How Long is the Optimal Life of Solar Panels?

Solar panels have become an increasingly popular solution for providing renewable energy for residential, industrial and even remote installations. However, when considering investing in solar panels, one question that often arises is How Long is the Optimal Life of Solar Panels?

Optimal Life of Solar Panels

The optimal life of solar panels before they need significant replacement or repair refers to the period of time during which the panels can produce energy efficiently and their operational costs are paid for. In general, solar panels are designed to last a long time, with an optimal operational life span of around 25 years.

However, certain factors can affect the optimal life span. Here are the factors that affect the optimal life span of solar panels:

1. Material Quality:

The quality of the materials used in the manufacture of solar panels can affect their operational life. High-quality solar panels tend to be more durable and maintain their energy efficiency for longer.

2. Maintenance:

Proper maintenance can extend the operational life of solar panels. This includes regular cleaning of the panels and monitoring to ensure there is no significant damage or wear.

3. Location and Environment:

The environment around the solar panels can also affect their operational life. For example, solar panels that are exposed to direct sunlight will tend to have a longer operational life than those that are frequently exposed to extreme weather or pollution.

4. Latest Technology:

Advances in solar panel technology can extend the operational life and increase their efficiency. Newer solar panels often have features that improve their durability and performance over time.

Economic Considerations

Although solar panels are designed to last a long time, owners must consider the economic aspects of the investment. The initial cost of purchasing and installing solar panels must be compared to the potential energy savings that will be generated over the operational life of the panels. In many cases, the initial investment costs can be paid off in the first few years, and solar panels can continue to produce energy with minimal operational costs thereafter. Indirectly, installing solar panels can save users up to 30% of their electricity consumption.

So it can be concluded that …

The optimal life of solar panels is an important factor to consider when deciding to install a solar panel system. With proper maintenance, solar panels can last a long time and provide sustainable renewable energy benefits for years to come. With technology continuing to advance, the operational life of solar panels can be extended even further in the future, making them an attractive investment for the future.

Successfully Applying Entrepreneurial Marketing, SEI is Ready to Face Global Competition

Jakarta (05/15/24), As an effort to answer the challenges and roles of companies in ensuring long-term sustainability that focuses on economic and social value for Indonesia, SEI was selected as the recipient of the "The Most Promoting Company In Marketing 3.0" Award at the 2024 BUMN Entrepreneurial Marketing Awards event in the BUMN subsidiary category.

Present to receive the award, the Director of Marketing and Business Development, Ridwan Kurnia, who had the opportunity to receive the award directly from one of Indonesia's Marketing Experts, Hermawan Kartajaya, who was accompanied by the Chairperson of the Indonesian Marketing Association Central Senate, Yaya W. Junardy. Hermawan Kartajaya expressed his appreciation for SEI as a BUMN subsidiary that has superior competitiveness that has successfully applied Entrepreneurial Marketing in running the company's business.

Before SEI was determined as the winner in this event, SEI had passed the judging stage consisting of a presentation and question and answer session last March. The material submitted by SEI is considered to be in line with the message of the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, who stated that efforts are needed to win global competition with Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship. "By winning this award, it is a real manifestation of how companies not only pay attention to products and consumers, but are also aware of the problem of human and technological involvement to support impact towards sustainability. The company's business activities are carried out not only focusing on profit but also encouraging other values; people, planet, partnership and peace so that encouraging public behavior and awareness, especially in the use of new renewable energy, also helps boost public welfare. SEI will continue to contribute to the progress of Indonesia," said Ridwan Kurnia, Director of Marketing and Business Development of SEI. **

“Jupiter Rahayu” Food Garden, a Manifestation of Sei’s Commitment to the Environment

As a form of corporate responsibility towards society and the environment, SEI supports the urban farming movement, this is the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden which is a form of integrated urban farming.

Transforming one of the empty lands into a productive land that is able to answer the challenges related to food security which is also able to increase the welfare of the surrounding community. Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden not only focuses on plantation businesses but also explores livestock businesses such as catfish and laying hens. As an effort to maintain the environmental ecosystem, the surrounding community is also equipped with the ability to manage household waste through Lodong Sesa Dapur (Loseda) and compost bin facilities which will then change household waste into compost fertilizer used in the Food Garden area.

In line with the company's business, Kebun Pangan Jupiter Rahayu is also equipped with a "Saung Tenaga Surya" facility which is often used as a gathering area for residents. With Saung Tenaga Surya, Kebun Pangan Jupiter Rahayu has quite complete lighting with charging facilities in its Saung.

The development of the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden is considered significant, especially by the SEI Corporate Communication Team, which always accompanies the process of change. The program, which is a special concern of SEI's President Director, I Made Sandika Dwiantara, is one of SEI's leading CSR programs in 2024.

The enthusiasm and perseverance of the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden activist community finally bore sweet fruit. Recently, the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden has entered the harvest period and has succeeded in collecting 30 kg of red onions and 36.5 kg of corn…WOW!!

Starting from the success of the harvest period, the SEI Corporate Communication Team strives to support the big dream of the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden to be better known by the wider community, not only by name but also by the harvest results that can be felt by other communities outside the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden Area. So the Workshop and Sharing Session activity was initiated with the theme "Digital Branding to Support Urban Farming Business Activities" which on that occasion all the people who attended received brief knowledge about the SEI Solar Panel such as its benefits, how it works and maintenance efforts.

The enthusiasm of the community is what will make the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden even more "fragrant", the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden can be a comprehensive educational medium that will support learning in schools. Hopefully the presence of SEI in the Jupiter Rahayu Food Garden program can provide maximum benefits and can motivate its activists to always be active and productive in its management. **

GAS KEEP GOING, SEI Chosen as Pioneer Solar Energy Company

Jakarta (02/05/24), PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI) successfully received an award as A Pioneer Company in Solar Energy Industry in the EPC Company category. SEI successfully received the award based on the assessment results of national electricity and energy experts by considering the company's role in terms of reputation, dedication and professionalism in running its business.

The award ceremony given to figures and companies engaged in the electricity and energy sector was held at the Ballroom of the Mulia Hotel in the Senayan area and was attended by the Director General of EBTKE, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Prof. Dr. Eng. Eniya Listiani Dewi, B.Eng, M.Eng., IPU who in her speech expressed her appreciation to the 45 award-winning companies while also giving her challenge to meet the target of new renewable energy in 2025 which is currently still short of 7 GW and invited all companies present to work together to overcome global problems that occur in Indonesia.

Welcoming it positively, SEI President Director, I Made Sandika Dwiantara expressed his readiness to help expand the company's role so that the target of new renewable energy can be met, "this award is a new spirit for SEI to continue to develop in responding to the challenges of energy problems that occur. SEI's contribution will be real evidence in realizing better and more sustainable energy," said Made.

Congratulations on the award received by SEI were also conveyed by Dr. Ir Herman Darnel Ibrahim, M.Sc., IPU who is the Chairman of the Indonesian Electricity Expert Council. It is hoped that SEI and all stakeholders in the national electricity and energy sector will be able to collaborate in order to form a stronger electricity and energy ecosystem to continue to drive the wheels of the national economy while still paying attention to the environment.**

SEI Wins Award for Media Relations with TVRI West Java

Bandung (27/4/24), coincided with the peak night of the 37th Anniversary of TVRI West Java, which was held at the Ballroom of the Horison Hotel. The President Director of PT Surya Energi Indotama, I Made Sandika Dwiantara was appointed as one of the recipients of the award for the Company's dedication in building Media Relations with Press partners, especially in the TVRI environment.

The celebration of TVRI's 37th Anniversary carries the theme "Sauyunan Ngawangun Nagari" as a step in line with the company's role. On the other hand, the award presented directly by the Head of TVRI West Java Station, Akbar Sahidi, is proof of the company's commitment to maintaining good relations with partners and stakeholders, as well as being an encouragement to continue to improve the quality of cooperation in the future, creating solid and sustainable relationships.

In his speech, Akbar Sahidi gave his appreciation to SEI as one of the companies that is always connected with media partners and contributes to providing accurate and precise information to be conveyed to the entire community.

Responding to what Akbar said in his speech, the President Director of SEI also gave his response that SEI will be consistent in providing added value to its business partners, providing services and being responsive. Not only that, SEI's active role in various social and environmental activities is an added value for the company, SEI actively contributes to community development and maintaining environmental sustainability, no wonder SEI is seen as a company that is successful in business and also socially responsible. **

Maximizing Renewable Energy Potential: Ridwan Kurnia Becomes a Resource Person for LPDP Community of Practice

Jakarta (25/04/24) - In the last decade, Renewable Energy has become a hot topic in the world, including Indonesia. Various solutions, strategies, regulations and actions continue to be implemented to suppress the rate of global warming which is a real threat in front of our eyes. Concerned about this, Director of Marketing and Business Development Ridwan Kurnia was present as a resource person at an event entitled "Community Of Practice: Renewable Energy" in collaboration with the Education Fund Management Institute (LPDP).

Taking place at the Main Auditorium, PLN Headquarters located in South Jakarta, this event was attended by a number of other speakers, namely Edo Mahendra, Expert Staff in the Green Economy Sector of the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Buntoro Setiomulyo Founder of PT Mega Andalan Kalasan, Nurlely Aman Senior Executive Vice President of Law at PLN and M. Syahman Samhan who is an alumnus of LPDP PK-181, a graduate of The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Australia and is the founder of Solarin which operates in the field of Solar Power Plants (PLTS).

Raising discussions related to best practices for reducing emissions in various sectors to achieve the net zero emission goal in line with the Indonesian government, this forum received enthusiasm and positive responses from all participants who were LPDP alumni, as evidenced by the many questions and discussions between participants and speakers that needed comprehensive explanation.

In his presentation, Ridwan explained the potential of various sectors in the renewable energy sector. "Indonesia has quite a large solar potential, and this is a gift that is given. Moreover, SEI has had experience since 2007 in the field of Renewable Energy, this is SEI's capital to continue to contribute to Indonesia in the future," he said.

Ridwan also gave his tips on the challenges currently being faced, one of which is the production capacity of solar panels owned by Indonesia and abroad is considered quite different, in Indonesia the capacity that can be produced is only around 330 - 400Wp while abroad the capacity that can be produced has reached 700Wp with a fairly long TKDN process.

SEI's presence in the forum is a form of recognition of SEI's dedication and existence which continues to be committed to contributing to various forums that will enrich understanding, experience and discussion of important issues that are currently happening. Hopefully, with the existence of the Community Of Practice Renewable Energy, it can provide the right solution to these problems.

Town Hall Meeting Vol 1 2024: Performance Achievements in 2024 and New Formation of SEI 1 Trillion

In an atmosphere full of emotion and enthusiasm, the Town Hall Meeting Vol 1 of 2024 which was held in the SEI lounge witnessed an important moment of farewell to one of the pioneer founders of SEI, Mr. Ir. Petrus Tri Bakti Nurharyadi or often known as Tri Bakti who has entered retirement.

In his long journey, Tri Bakti has made a great contribution to advancing the company. Not to forget, the gratitude was conveyed by SEI employees by giving respect in the form of flowers as a sign of farewell. Also attending were President Director I Made Sandika Dwiantara and other directors who gave awards and souvenirs as a sign of gratitude for his dedication so far.

After the farewell moment, the Town Hall Meeting entered the core session with a presentation of the 2023 achievements and strategic plans for 2024. A series of presentations from all levels of directors provided a comprehensive overview of the company's performance achievements and detailed the leading programs that will be implemented in an effort to achieve the big goal.

In one of his remarks, President Director I Made Sandika Dwiantara expressed his hopes for 2024, namely that 2024 would be a brilliant year for SEI. "Active involvement, loyalty, and cooperation from all employees are expected to be the main keys to the company's success." In the same session, great hopes were embedded in the minds of all Town Hall Meeting participants by giving enthusiastic applause.

The series of events then ended with a question and answer session and prayer. Hoping that all the hard work that we have done in the previous year will be a blessing and become a self-reflection so that in 2024 SEI can achieve maximum performance.

As a form of enthusiasm and shared commitment to achieve great success in the future, the event was closed with the echoing of the cheer, namely "SEI 1 Trillion? Gaspool!"

Hopefully this will be a motivator for all SEI employees to face the coming year 2024.