Solar Panels Cost Price: Solar Panel Latest Price per watt

So far, we've been talking about Solar Energy Trading and investments. We also touched upon the topics like Low cost PV Solar Cells & Solar Panels: High Efficiency of 40%, Solar Energy Storage: in batteries, PV Solar Cells & Solar Panels. We also touched upon the topic of Solar Panels: Sources, Installation, Technology Introduction.
In this article, we will aim to cover the pricing & cost factors of installing solar panels. Though utmost care has been taken to ensure that prices reflect the latest information, but it is quite possible that prices may change by the time you read this article and decide to buy. So Here are the Solar Panel Price or Solar Panel Cost for various brands, wattage and types of Solar Panels available.

Solar Panel Brand	Watt	Min. Quantity*	US$/Unit	US$/ Watt
Aten Solar	50	368	$92.50	$1.85
Aten Solar	56	368	$103.60	$1.85
Aten Solar	42	184	$90.30	$2.15
Aten Solar	42	96	$94.50	$2.25
Aten Solar	42	138	$94.50	$2.25
Evergreen	190	56	$530.97	$2.79
Evergreen	190	28	$541.97	$2.85
Evergreen	195	56	$555.97	$2.85
BrightWatts	120	2	$348.00	$2.90
BrightWatts	200	4	$596.00	$2.98
BrightWatts	220	100	$655.60	$2.98
BrightWatts	155	4	$461.90	$2.98
BrightWatts	100	10	$298.00	$2.98
BP Solar	175	40	$532.97	$3.05
BP Solar	190	40	$578.97	$3.05
BP Solar	190	40	$589.00	$3.10
BP Solar	190	20	$598.50	$3.15
Evergreen	180	30	$565.20	$3.14
Evergreen	190	30	$596.60	$3.14
Kyocera	135	20	$431.00	$3.19
Kyocera	180	20	$575.00	$3.19
Kyocera	205	20	$654.00	$3.19
Kyocera	135	20	$438.60	$3.25
Kyocera	180	20	$584.80	$3.25
Kyocera	205	20	$666.00	$3.25
Kyocera	135	20	$445.45	$3.30
Kyocera	180	20	$593.95	$3.30
Kyocera	205	20	$676.50	$3.30
Kyocera	210	20	$694.25	$3.31
BP Solar	190	10	$636.50	$3.35
BP Solar	175	20	$586.25	$3.35
Kyocera	210	20	$705.55	$3.36
BP Solar	175	2	$603.75	$3.45
Kaneka	60	25	$211.96	$3.53
Sharp	208	22	$765.00
Sharp	208	16	$775.00
Evergreen	200	20	$750.00	$3.75
Sharp	208	12	$785.00	$3.77
Sharp	216	24	$850.00	$3.94
Sharp	175	24	$696.50	$3.98
Sharp	170	20	$690.00	$4.06
Sharp	170	10	$700.00	$4.12
Sharp	170	1	$710.14	$4.18
Mitsubishi	175	1	$731.03	$4.18
Sharp	175	1	$731.03	$4.18
Sunwize	175	1	$731.03	$4.18
Mitsubishi	180	1	$753.04	$4.18
Mitsubishi	125	4	$525.00	$4.20
Sharp	175	8	$750.00	$4.29
Mitsubishi	125	1	$550.00	$4.40
XC3i	85	1	$396.00	$4.66

Some of the common brands of Solar Panels are Aten Solar, Evergreen, BrightWatts, BP Solar, Kyocera, Sharp and Mitsubishi

Solar Energy Storage: in batteries, PV Solar Cells & Solar Panels

One of the major benefits of Solar Energy is its free availability and high level of abundance. That is what makes it one of the most attractive sources for energy.

What are the benefits of using Solar Energy?
Here are the benefits for using Solar Energy:

1) Solar Energy is free of cost: You dont need to pay a penny for Solar Energy. That's why countries like Spain, US are using it in an efficient manner.

2) Solar Energy is abundant: Despite being freely available, Solar energy is available in abundance and will continue to do so for billions of years. Dont worry, Sun will not die till we die :-)

3) Solar Energy can be Collected and stored: Any energy collecting device like a battery can collect and hold solar energy. That makes it efficient for use of solar energy in multiple forms. Gone are the days when solar power used to be available only till sunset. With Soalr Storage devices, we can now have energy from Solar sources available 24*7. The application is usually integrated into solar photovoltaic system where energy collected and stored almost instantaneously.

Here is a demonstration of the setup that can be used to store solar energy in a battery: (Image Courtesy SunEnrgyFacts)


In a typical photovoltaic system, sunlight shines upon the photovoltaic modules. Next, solar cells convert light energy into electrical energy producing direct current (DC). This current is stored directly into a battery. Since our home use Alternating Current (AC), an inverter is connected to the battery to convert from DC to AC. With this typical arrangement, solar energy can be effectively used to power our home.

Transformation of Solar Energy:
As per the laws of Energy, any energy form can be easily transformed. Same goes with Solar Energy as well. So what we have here is a system which absorns the solar energy (like a photovoltaic system) and then convert or transform it into a storable form of energy. However, the problem is that photovoltaic cells are not that efficient and the apparatus costs a big sum of money. Although research is going on for improving the efficieny of the cells. Here is an article about Low cost PV Solar Cells & Solar Panels: High Efficiency of 40%

Transmission of Solar Energy
As with any other energy form, the solar energy once stored can be easily transmitted.

Solar Energy: Introduction, Trading, Investment, Risk & Example

In this article, we will talk about the concept of Solar Energy. Topics covered will include Types of Solar Energy, Sectors of Solar Energy, Solar Energy Companies, Investments in Solar Energy and what the various countries across the globe are doing for Solar Energy.
Let's start with the basics.

What is Solar Energy?
Energy itself can never be considered Solar. What it refers to is the source of the energy. Hence, when we talk about Solar Energy, we emphasize the fact that the energy has been sourced from the Sun or the centerpoint of the solar system. However, it does not mean that equipments like Solar Heaters and others are the only instruments to use solar energy. The benefit of Solar Energy is that it is portable, hence the power or energy generated from Solar Energy can be stored in batteries and can be used later. It may be used in car batteries, for illumination purposes, for heating, etc.
Now here is an interesting fact - only a minute amount of Solar Energy actually available is used by us. Rest all is actually not used, i.e. a source which is wasted.

What are the various types of Solar Energy?
Solar Energy can be of various type, depending on the source. Geothermal energy, Wind energy, Solar energy, Nuclear Power energy, and Hydroelectric energy are some of the examples of various types of Solar energy. Though some people may differ on the inclusion of nuclear energy because it is harmful to individual if it goes uncontrolled. However, when used with the right precaution, Nuclear energy is one of the most environment friendly sources. So it is generally considered as a Solar Energy.
Then, taking a step further, some also consider Anaerobic Digestion & Incineration Of Waste also as a form of Solar Energy.

Where is Solar Energy used?
As like any other form of energy, since Solar energy can be stored, it can be used for multiple forms whichever may require energy. Common examples include heating, electric power supply, light energy, and so on. Not only that, effective use of Solar Energy has found usage in Agriculture, Horticulture and even Greenhouse effects. Water Treatment (to make sea water potable) and cooking (Solar Cooker) are other usage of Solar energy. Solar chemical processes use solar energy to drive chemical reactions. Solar energy is also used to run solar vehicles.

Related: Solar Panels: Sources, Installation, Technology Introduction

What are the different types of Solar Techniques?
As per Wikipedia, "Solar technologies are broadly characterized as either passive or active depending on the way they capture, convert and distribute sunlight. Active solar techniques use photovoltaic panels, pumps, and fans to convert sunlight into useful outputs. Passive solar techniques include selecting materials with favorable thermal properties, designing spaces that naturally circulate air, and referencing the position of a building to the Sun."

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Which countries are actively using Solar Energy?
Solar Energy is being used across the globe. obviously the countries which receive a lot of sunlight would benefit from the solar energy, provided they have proper infrastructure to tap that energy. That's why, though African countries receive a lot of sunlight, the usage is low there. US is a big user of solar energy, and so are some of the European countries like Spain and Portugal