Solar panel orientation to east and west could save homeowners and the grid, SA researcher says – ABC News

Facing rooftop solar panels east and west instead of north may save homeowners money and help with electricity grid stability, new research suggests.
Key points:

• Kirrilie Rowe is not the first person to think of pointing panels more east and west, but she has quantified the benefit
• The University of South Australia scientist says the orientation change would help capture morning and afternoon sun
• AEMO is seeking solutions to better integrate rooftop solar with the elec…

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