An Evaluation of the Advantages for Solar Energy Systems for the Consumers
A lot has been said concerning the many advantages of solar energy specifically in the areas of saving money for the consumer and the environment. This article looks at the areas in detail and suggests ways on how to maximize the advantages that can be gained if one decides to use the solar energy system.Let me first point out the many advantages of solar energy systems. I have listed the many advantages so that you can understand it. I will elaborate a little about these points so that you can understand it a lot better.I. Advantages of Solar energy Systemsa) It cuts on your electric bill. Since the output of the solar panel system is free energy, your cost is zero. Unlike oil, coal and other forms of conventional energy requires the purchase of raw materials that are expensive, your utilities company charges you for their supply of your energy. The cost of this power continues to be driven by demand and supply and is expected to rise in the future.However, since your raw material comes from the sun, which is converted through the use of your solar panels, it will remain free. And that energy is not going to be affected by the law of demand and supply, and consequently the energy is going to be free for a long time unless somebody comes up a package to sell sunlight.b) It is good for the environment and does not pollute the air by releasing toxic chemicals like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide,mercury and sulfur dioxide like many of the conventional energy systems that we used daily to provide us power.Solar Energy is in fact renewable energy. It does not contribute to global warming but rather decreases the dangerous green house emissions that causes so much damage to the environment. Nor does it causes acid rain and smog. It is generally generated where the use for it is immediate. What I mean, the energy that solar energy system generates does not need to be transported and stored. The problems associated with transportation of oil, gasoline and the traditional sources of energy is totally removed as well as the storage of radioactive waste is gone.c) Solar energy system is not tied up to any off power or gas grid system. However, it can be used in conjunction to a utility supplied system for system optimization. During night time and during periods when the sun is not shining, it makes sense to make use of both systems. It can be used in places where there is no or minimal energy and it makes sense to install it rather than wait for the utility company to make a grid and provide power.The use of Solar energy systems would enable us to be free from dependence on foreign oil which is good for the economy and it creates a sustainable future not only for us but as well as future generations.d) No moving parts and it requires little maintenanceThe use of solar energy system has no recurring costs and it will provide power for decades. It has no moving parts and it does not generate any noise and does not generate any offensive smells and it does not require you to add any fuel for its operation. When you need additional energy, you can make it modular,meaning you can add solar panels as the need arises.e) Solar panel technology is changing in its efficiency to deliver more energy and its cost is rapidly decreasing as more demand by consumers wants it. In order for the government to influence the public to switch to solar, many governments around the globe have started giving incentives like Tax Breaks and Financing in order that a lot of people will be able to use and enjoy the many advantages.
