{"id":9600,"date":"2016-12-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-12-12T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"uncategorized\/making-solar-sleek-how-tesla-solar-panels-will-increase-the-use-of-renewable-energy-systems\/"},"modified":"2020-07-29T15:25:14","modified_gmt":"2020-07-29T15:25:14","slug":"tesla-solar-panels-increase-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"news\/tesla-solar-panels-increase-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Making Solar Sleek: How Tesla Solar Panels Will Increase the Use of Renewable Energy Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"

Earlier this year, Tesla CEO, Elon Musk formally submitted an offer to acquire SolarCity. Since then he has unveiled new renewable energy solutions and made a promise to \u201cmake solar sexy<\/a>.\u201d How? By creating a range of textured glass tiles that are nearly indistinguishable from conventional tiling, adding a more organic feel.<\/p>\n

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Tesla + SolarCity future: solar roofs + batteries + electric cars pic.twitter.com\/os26v4W62m<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Tesla (@TeslaMotors) October 29, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Irresistible Tesla Solar Panels<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"TeslaMusk\u2019s goal is to make every roof solar by making it irresistible. \u201cIt needs to be beautiful, affordable, and seamlessly integrated. If all of those things are true, why would you go any other direction?\u201d<\/p>\n

Each of the tiles is made from glass and is designed to be a ‘more attractive way’ to introduce solar panels to more homes and businesses. Buyers will have the option to customize the look of the tiles to blend in seamlessly with a neighborhood and match their specific building design. Options include: Tuscan Glass Tile, Slate Glass Tile, Textured Glass Tile and Smooth Glass Tile.<\/p>\n

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Close up of the solar roof pic.twitter.com\/kDsSqtTWK7<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Tesla (@TeslaMotors) October 29, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This is big for businesses who not only need to maximize sustainable building performance<\/a> and energy efficiency standards<\/a>, but need their roof to look aesthetically pleasingly as well. It could be the difference between a business owner adopting solar panels<\/a>, or passing on them in fear of how they may appear.<\/p>\n

Tesla plans to start production on the solar roof tiles in 2017.<\/p>\n

Powerwall for Tesla Solar Panels <\/strong><\/h2>\n

In addition to making Tesla solar panels sleek, they have also unveiled their new backup lithium-ion battery, Powerwall 2 for homes and small businesses. The Powerwall is able to store electricity that is generated by solar panels during the day to be used later at night. It can also serve as a backup power supply in case of a power outage.<\/p>\n

Just take a look at the full specs for the Powerwall 2 battery, they\u2019re impressive:<\/p>\n