Devices and smart home
PV
Abbreviation for photovoltaics
In short and in plain language
PV stands for photovoltaics. Solar modules turn sunlight into power.
At home it may be a system on the roof. It may also be a small unit on a balcony.
The power can run household appliances. It can also charge an electric car.
Definition
PV stands for photovoltaics, the generation of electricity from sunlight using solar modules. At home you meet it as a system on the roof or as a small balcony solar unit. The power can be used for household appliances or for charging an electric car.