A home solar system uses photovoltaic (PV) panels to capture sunlight and convert it into direct current (DC) electricity. This DC is then transformed into alternating current (AC) by an inverter, making it suitable for household use. When production exceeds consumption, excess electricity can either be stored in optional batteries for later use or sent back to the local electricity grid through net metering, allowing homeowners to potentially earn credits. The system's efficiency varies based on factors like location, orientation, and weather.

A home solar system primarily consists of photovoltaic (PV) panels to capture sunlight, an inverter to convert the direct current (DC) produced by the panels into alternating current (AC) for household use, mounting hardware for panel installation, electrical wiring to connect components, a metering system for monitoring production and consumption, and optionally, battery storage for saving excess electricity for later use. Some systems also include solar charge controllers to regulate the power going to the batteries.

Brightbox is a solar battery storage service offered by Sunrun, a major provider of residential solar systems in the U.S. Brightbox allows homeowners to store electricity generated by their solar panels during the day for use during the evening or during power outages. The battery storage system can provide backup power, enabling homeowners to have a more consistent power source, independent of the grid. With the rise of interest in renewable energy and home energy resilience, services like Brightbox have gained traction among homeowners who want to maximize the benefits of their solar installations.

Yes, Brightbox is designed to work in conjunction with solar panels. The primary purpose of Brightbox is to store the excess electricity generated by the solar panels during the day so it can be used during the evening, cloudy days, or during grid outages. Without solar panels, there wouldn't be a renewable source of electricity to charge the Brightbox battery. In the context of Sunrun's offering, the Brightbox battery storage system is typically paired with a Sunrun solar panel installation to ensure a seamless integration of solar energy generation and storage.