Solar Energy Advantages[edit | edit source]
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Advantages of Solar Energy, A Detailed [Look]
* after initial investment, all the electricity you produce is free * incentives and rebates from governments and utility companies offset the initial investment * new financing vehicles such as leasing and Pace offset the initial investment while preserving the incentives and rebates * net metering gives you the opportunity of selling your excess electricity or getting a credit from the utility company * reduce or completely eliminate your electric bill * cost of solar panels are decreasing while efficiency is increasing * numerous solar solutions are being developed that are less obtrusive and easier to install * clean, renewable energy source * no transmission costs, your energy is produced where it is consumed * all or some of your electric needs can be supplied by solar energy, it’s up to you and your budget * you can be totally independent of the electric company by using batteries to store your excess energy or you can remain tied to the grid and use net metering * solar systems are long lasting systems with warranties that are 20-30 years * virtually no maintenance and no recurring costs * ideal for remote locations that cannot be tied to the grid * no noise or smells, solar operates totally silent * reduce dependence on foreign oil * do-it-yourself options in the forms of kits are available and installation is easy
Solar Energy Disadvantages
* high initial cost to purchase solar panel system * a relatively large area is required to install a solar system * the highest efficiency is dependent on full sun exposure * no electricity can be produced at night, and reduced production on cloudy/rainy days
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