If they say that the sky is the limit of solar energy, they’re not hyperbolic.

In recent years, the cost of installing solar equipment has dramatically decreased, while the energy provided by these solar thermal panels has increased. Going green is not just an investment in the future of the world, but also a wise financial decision. As the environmental impact of our fossil fuel economy makes the need for renewable energy sources so strong, solar energy in the 21st century is becoming the cleanest, most efficient and cost-effective way to not only live but thrive.

 

“If you’re trying to save the world and your wallet, switching to solar energy is your best option.“

 

BENEFITS OF SOLAR UV RADIATION?

Like all good things, moderate solar UV radiation is great. Exposure to a small amount of UV radiation can help human beings to promote vitamin D, but doctors often advise that direct exposure is limited to just minutes per day.

Many solar panels do not actually use this source of radiation to a large extent. Most panels transform the majority of their energy to the visible light spectrum, which makes up about 43% of the total sunlight entering the planet. At present, UV radiation accounts for only 4% of our planet’s sunlight.

COST BENEFITS OF SOLAR ENERGY?

Depending on the specific state you live in, tax incentives, rebates for the energy company and other special programs can reduce your energy bill by more than 30 percent or in some cases it can go free after installing solar panels. The savings are expected to only grow in the coming years, as installation costs continue to plummet while the panels ‘ total watts output is climbing. Homeowners investing now will reap the benefit of technology developed and refined over several decades. The prevalence of such panels in residential neighborhoods helps drive down costs across the board.

Homeowners note the greatest savings during seasonal peak energy usage. For example, on especially hot summer days a home with solar panels has all the energy it needs to stay cool comfortably. On the other hand, those homes which are solely on the electrical grid can experience power outages or exceedingly high charges. Solar panels equip homeowners to weather virtually any power situation without worrying about the expensive supply and demand realities.

WHAT ARE SOLAR PANELS HEALTH BENEFITS?

The turn to solar energy has a number of health benefits in addition to helping the atmosphere and the household budget. Unlike petroleum-based energy sources which contribute to greenhouse gases, solar panels provide energy without substantial pollution. For everyone, this translates into improved air and water quality.

Imagine this: if every Indian  household converted to solar thermal panels and started driving electric cars, the smog that often clouds the city would dissipate quickly. Every person could breathe literally easier knowing that the toxic particles of petroleum from heavy traffic congestion were disappearing from their environment.

The wide range of health benefits from solar panels applies also to other forms of solar equipment. Solar shades and solar screens, for example, which are usually made from a polyurethane mesh and can be easily installed in individual windows, can transform an overheated home into a cool, energy efficient dwelling. So what are the particular benefits of sun panels and light shades?

 

Solar screens:

·      Heat reduction

·      Reduce bills for air conditioning to provide visual privacy

Sun shades:

·      Capture sunlight elegantly

·      Provide variety of aesthetics

·      Reduce thermal and Ultraviolet radiation.

Most homeowners who consider buying a form of renewable energy also ask: What are the advantages of using passive solar power? Passive solar energy can be defined in several ways, but the most common use of this term refers to structural design so that the actual physical building uses sunlight efficiently to keep the occupants cool or warm without the need for additional electronics or equipment.

Those who are considering using passive solar energy should talk to an architect or designer to see what existing modifications can be made to their home or building in order to take full advantage of the sun without the need for changes. Often the addition of insulation, the placing of screens over windows and the elimination of drafty or “inefficient” spaces can dramatically improve a home’s energy use.

WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO HELP PREVENT CLIMATE CHANGE?

Most scientists agree that climate change is driven primarily by greenhouse gases that increase the atmospheric heat trapped in it. Such gases, which include carbon dioxide and methane, are often produced while burning certain sources of fuel, such as coal. Solar panels provide one of the best ways to save energy and avoid climate change, because solar panel manufacturing and deployment emit very little, if any, greenhouse gases.

Another way to conserve coal is to build homes that have plenty of insulation and do not require excessive cooling or heating during the year-round seasonal shifts. For example, triple-paneled windows can retain heat during the winter, preventing cool air from escaping within the house during the summer. A poorly built house that actually doesn’t make good use of the system costs much more to heat and cool than one with proper energy-conscious design.

 

 

HOW CAN WE PROTECT AND RESTORE SOLAR ENERGY?

Who among us wouldn’t go green? Anyone reading news reports about rising sea levels, wildfires, extensive droughts and flooding knows the need for a healthier energy infrastructure is crucial. Not only is the environmental impact of oil drilling, burning coal, and adjusting to the resulting catastrophic climate change ruinous for the world, but it is also expensive for every person on earth. Building a sustainable solar energy community requires far less money, hazard and pollution.

The best news is that our planet is continuously producing solar energy, and will definitely be for several billion years to come. Unlike any other earthly energy resource, solar energy is endlessly regenerable. All we need to do to conserve and preserve solar energy is learn how to properly harness it. As time goes on, we’re learning how to best meet that objective.

There are numerous products available to help homeowners, business operators and concerned citizens make the most of solar energy everywhere. The industry has developed a range of easy but incredibly efficient devices, from displays to shades to panels, which rapidly reduces the cost of living while providing a healthy and green way of life.

To join a thriving solar energy community enthusiasts need only ask practical questions: do they have a roof, how many windows are in their homes, and what are each measurements? The cost is minimal, and the savings are large. Installation can be completed quickly, and the savings will start immediately.

The reality is that solar energy also accumulates over a period of time, much like a bank account, supplying a homeowner with a surplus of power that they can use to fulfill all their energy needs. Except for occasional light maintenance, solar power demands very little from the homeowner after the panels are installed except the ability to enjoy saving money and generating clean energy with minimal effort.

Instead of being part of the climate change problem, responsible citizens with solar energy can become part of the solution.

~Team Visol