Put simply, photovoltaics (PV) are the direct conversion of sunlight into electrical power.

It’s a process that involves the release of positive and negative particles as a result of the introduction of light into solar cells.

The electrical circuit is created by many solar cells connected in series within special PV modules.

The consequent physical reaction in the solar cells generates direct current, which can be converted to alternating current, depending on requirements.

  

As the PV modules that perform this function have no moving parts, the system requires only minimal maintenance, and is silent in operation. Best of all, they generate electricity – without generating any of the harmful emissions currently threatening our environment and climate.

Sharp is the world’s leading manufacturer of photovoltaic technology, producing different types of modules to suit every purpose.

Through a programme of research and development, we are continuously enhancing the efficiency and potential of these and future products.

The sun delivers 219,000 billion kilowatt hours of energy every year to the earth – more than 2,500 times more than the total world population currently uses.

Our aim is to take an ever-increasing share of this clean, green power.