Electric current flows in two ways as an Alternating Current (AC) or Direct Current (DC). The difference is in the direction of the flow of electrons. In DC, the electrons flow steadily in a single direction, while electrons keep switching directions, going forward and then backwards in AC.

National power grids send AC electricity to your homes, the AC is then converted into DC by your appliance or converter which causes energy loss on your end.

The reason for this messy conversion is because AC used to be better at sending electricity across vast distances to reach homes. That is no longer the case today as DC high tension transmission through pylons is more efficient than AC high tension transmission.

Solar power DC is a viable alternative to AC. When used directly on your roof, there is almost no loss in transmission. Excess electricity generated can be stored in batteries while low-power appliances will never be disrupted.

DC motors are also 60% more efficient than AC motors, meaning you’ll be saving even more when your appliances are solar compliant.