Save Energy And Money Through A Solar Pressure Pump

We are in an urgent crisis where sea level rise due to global warming could displace millions of people in a few decades. If we want to save the planet we must switch to cleaner sources of energy quickly so that we can reduce our carbon emissions. Now we know that a pump is a very useful machine that can be used to transport water in an efficient and quick manner. However, traditional pumps require grid electricity (which is produced from coal in most cases) or some type of fuel like diesel to work. Let’s learn about a solar powered pump that can use the energy from sunlight to do the same job.

What is a Solar Powered Pump?

These devices are just like ordinary pumps with two more added components. The main difference is that instead of using fossil fuels all the energy required to run the pump comes directly from the sun. Photovoltaic panels are set up that absorb the sunlight and convert it into electrical energy which can then be used to run the pump.

These solar panels are quite expensive and will cost almost 80% of the budget when buying a Solar Pump. Care also must be taken that the size of the panels has to be considered while keeping in mind the amount of water that needs to be pumped.

Working:-

Besides having the solar panels and the pump, another essential part of the system is the controller that is essential for its working. The controller makes sure that the output power of the pump is the same as the input power of the solar panels, which is necessary for smooth functioning of the system. Another role of the controller is to immediately turn of the power in case the voltage is too high or too low. This makes sure that the pump is not affected in any way and ensures a long lifetime with less maintenance costs.

Advantages:-

Solar powered pumps are not only good for the environment but also for your wallet. This is because these systems have very low maintenance costs and negligible operational costs. There is no hefty electric bill because all the energy is being produced by the sun in case of a Solar Pressure Pump. Now, the environmental impact is that you are pumping less carbon into the atmosphere by using a device that does not use electricity of the grid.