Benefits Of Solar Energy

In the last few years, the cost of a solar system has reduced significantly. This has helped many home owners make the switch to solar power. This article highlights the benefits of using solar renewable energy instead of nonrenewable energy.

1. RENEWABLE SOURCE OF ENERGY

Unlike coal, oil, or gasoline energy resources, solar energy is a renewable source of energy. The sun is a consistent energy resource, and we don't have to worry about ever running out of it.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 173,000 terawatts of solar energy continuously strike the Earth. That exceeds the amount of energy needed to supply electricity to the world.

2. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Other resources of energy require mining or drilling. Solar panels don't produce carbon, methane, or particulate emissions. The installation of the solar panels doesn't require any mining or drilling either. The use of a solar system ultimately helps reduce air pollutants that have a devastating effect on the environment.

3. REDUCE ELECTRICITY BILL

One of the aspects of solar power systems that attract home owners is the reduction to their electricity bill. By choosing Clean Power Engineering's solar system solution, the electricity bill can be cut up to 90%.

In some cities, if the solar system produces more power than required, utility companies will pay for it at a fluctuating rate. This gives homeowners the opportunity to make money.

4. FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR SWITCHING TO SOLAR ENERGY

Many states offer incentives to homeowners who made the switch to solar power. These incentives often include rebate and discount programs to homeowners who are purchasing a new solar system. Along with state agencies, the federal government offers tax incentives to homeowners who switch to eligible solar systems. Photovoltaics (PV) and solar hot water (solar thermal) systems are eligible for the federal tax incentive.

The future of solar energy looks bright!

SOURCES

U.S. Department of Energy, 2012. http://www.energy.gov/articles/top-6-things-you-didnt-know-about-solar-energy

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