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title: Can I install solar panels on the ground?
description: "Solar panels can be installed on the ground, but it is not recommended. Solar panels are more efficient when they are installed on a roof in order to receive the maximum amount of direct sunlight. Ground-mounted solar panels also require…"
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updated: "2024-01-29"
category: General
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# Can I install solar panels on the ground?

Solar panels can be installed on the ground, but it is not recommended. Solar panels are more efficient when they are installed on a roof in order to receive the maximum amount of direct sunlight. Ground-mounted solar panels also require more maintenance than roof-mounted panels.