How long do solar panels work?
Solar panels are designed to operate for many years, and they can continue to generate electricity for a long time if they are properly maintained. In general, most solar panels are designed to last for 25 to 30 years, and they will continue to generate electricity throughout this time.
The exact lifespan of a solar panel will depend on several factors, including the quality of the panel, the amount of sunlight that it receives, and the conditions in which it is installed. High-quality solar panels that are installed in locations with plenty of sunlight and protected from extreme weather conditions will typically last longer than lower-quality panels that are installed in less favorable locations.
In addition, the performance of solar panels tends to decline over time, as the PV cells in the panels become less efficient at converting sunlight into electricity. Most solar panels will lose around 1% of their efficiency per year, which means that after 25 years, they will be generating around 75% of the electricity that they were generating when they were new.
Usually, the exact lifespan of a solar panel will depend on several factors, but most panels will continue to generate electricity for a long time.