A grid-connected solar system, also known as an on-grid or grid-tied system, is a type of solar power setup that is directly connected to the utility grid. Unlike off-grid systems that rely solely on solar energy stored in batteries, grid-connected systems utilize the utility grid as a backup power source, ensuring continuous electricity supply even when solar energy production is insufficient. These systems consist of solar panels, inverters, and electrical wiring that connect the solar array to the existing grid infrastructure. When the sun is shining, the solar panels generate electricity, which is converted from direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) by the inverter for use in homes or businesses. Any excess electricity generated can be fed back into the grid, often through net metering arrangements, allowing users to earn credits or even receive payments from the utility company. Grid-connected solar systems offer a reliable and cost-effective way to generate clean electricity while maintaining connectivity to the existing utility infrastructure, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
Elliot's partner was his whole world, but after Allan's death, his ghost haunts Elliot's dreams. Everyone tells Elliot to move on, but he isn't sure he can.
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It's been a year since the love of Elliot's life, Allan, passed away. Everyone thinks he should have recovered after that much time, but Allan still haunts Elliot every night. He struggles to maintain relationships with his family, and despite a coworkers interest he can't summon up the courage to date. Elliot is living for the past, because to live for the present means he'll have to live with a hole in his heart. But the question Elliot has to face chases him through his monotonous days: is mourning Allan with everything he has truly living?
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