Solar Energy : The Ultimate Renewable Resource Manish Kumar

Solar energy is clean, eco-friendly and also sustainable. Due to the fact that the energy produced from the

Solar energy can save us. Solar energy can reduce pollution by burning fuels in extoridant

Solar power is not consistent or reliable enough to be the only option for power. This technology relies totally on the sun so certain days we will be able to produce more power than others and at night we might not be able to produce any. Which is why we will not be able to completely sever the tie to conventional power generation. There has to be a method available to generate enough power to meet demand without available sunlight. Although as technology progresses we may soon be able to generate power from solar sources 24 hours a day. Modern solar power towers are being designed to store excess heat transfer medium underground during the day as its heated and recycling it at night to continue to generate steam for power production (Mills, 2004). But even with this ability we will not be able to go solely to solar power but it can still supplement existing power and drastically reduce the country’s carbon

It is one of the cleanest sources without any emission of harmful gases and is in a great demand today. When these are converted to electricity for commercial as well as residential uses, there are no effects on the environment, no air pollution, noise pollution or any wastes. These can play a very important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by replacing coal-powered energy sources with clean, renewable solar technologies which improve air quality and lessen the harmful impacts that contribute to climate change. Residential solar gives the advantage of energy independence, fuel diversity, improved power reliability, increased price stability and reduced need to build more expensive and polluting electric power generation plants. The benefits of this are energy independence, protection against rising electrical rates, sound financial investment, reduce pollution and dependence on foreign oil. These benefits extend well and eliminate exposure to increasing energy costs and Solar power provides energy security. Photovoltaic (PV) power systems convert sunlight directly into electricity and enables homeowner to generate some or all of their daily electrical energy demand on their own roof, exchanging daytime excess power for future energy needs. It can plan an important role in providing an alternative source of electricity, energy, and back-up power for homes, offices, commercial and industrial buildings. Those who are putting solar on their homes, businesses or other buildings are making a

In addition, solar energy operational costs are manageable. It is free from monthly charges compared to conventional sources of energy. Solar energy does not require raw materials such as oil and coal, and once the panels are built, there will be no monthly charges. In addition, the prices of fossil fuels are increasing day by day, and this means conventional energy will be very expensive. Solar energy will remain the most capable world’s future power supply because, it is cost effective once the plants are built, and there will be no transport costs like for conventional energy sources. Therefore, solar energy is cost-effective, and will help in future energy supply, as the maintenance cost is affordable, as long as they are installed properly, and are working efficiently ( Hans, 2012). Furthermore, with the improvement and advancement of technology, it will increase its efficiency, and cost of production thus, making it more cost effective and the world’s best

Populations have increased and so have the energy demands. Various forms of pollution have increased as countries industrialized. Electricity generation by industries emits soot mass, sulphate aerosol and water vapor into the atmosphere thus contributing to the ever increasing pollution. Most counties rely of fossil fuels like oil and natural gas to sustain domestic energy needs. This trend is being reversed in both China and Saudi Arabia with both embracing solar energy. Solar energy has proved to be the best option for electricity generation and the best choice to replace the oil . Producing electricity from solar energy is cheaper as compared to conventional power production.Solar energy ensures both economic and environmental sustainability .However , is it possible for the solar energy to be the most reliable source of energy? , And if it is possible what is the best sloar panel?.

Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the Sun that is harnessed using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as solar heating, photovoltaics, solar thermal energy, solar architecture and artificial photosynthesis. The Solar energy as a kind of natural energy, with its abundant and no polluting shows its unique advantages, has been internationally recognized as one of the most competitive energy future. The application of solar energy has a hug impact on society.

If the current rate of consumption continues for oil, the planets entire oil supply is predicted to run out within the next 14 years. 21 years after that, our entire natural gas supply will run out. The reason is because the non-renewable resources we rely on are being used much faster then they can naturally be produced. As Peter Harper proposed, the problem of contemporary society can be stated succinctly: “We need to get (probably) 11 billion people through the transition complex to ‘Sustainia’, the sustainable state, before irreversible damage is done” (HARPER). The limited availability of non-renewable resources combined with the resulting pollution of obtaining and using non-renewable resources has sparked a movement towards renewable resources. These renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydropower, offer “green” alternatives to fossil fuels. The sun is our most powerful source of energy and can be used for a variety of processes. Even though solar technology only accounts for about 1% of the world’s energy consumption, solar technology has the potential to become a major contributor to the world’s energy consumption. Solar energy’s future importance can be found by the long-term threat of global climate change. Carbon dioxide emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels account for the largest amount of greenhouse gases that are causing our

Solar energy has been in existence for a longer than any of us will imagine. Of course the sun is the oldest and most basic source of energy. Solar technology has been in existence since the 7th century B.C. Solar energy is a clean and renewable energy that does not have most of the problems fossil fuels have. There are three types of solar technology that can be utilized in both our homes and businesses. The three types of solar energy are solar thermal and solar electric which can also be called photovoltaic (PV) and passive solar energy. Solar energy is developing and could be used as an alternative for fossil fuel which emits dangerous gasses into the atmosphere. I will be discussing about the benefits, problems and how solar energy can be improved in the United States.

Solar energy is the light and heat which are coming from the sun, and a human create them for his benefits since ancient time ago. Also, solar energy is the important kind of green energy. Moreover, humans have used them by using a range of modern technology that is constantly evolving. It includes harnessing solar energy technologies using thermal energy of the sun either directly heated or within converting mechanical movement or electric power, or to generate electricity through phenomena Photovoltaic (PV) using the panels of photovoltaic cells’ effort. In addition, a human has used solar energy architectural designs that rely on the exploitation of solar energy process, solar energy is a sustainable energy and is not implemented also it is a natural source of energy, and can be used to generate other forms of energy. As well, the great contribution is that solar energy will assure the other energy unsustainable sources such as oil and natural gas. According to Dickon and Matt “Coal, natural gas, and nuclear power, which today supply two-thirds or more of global power, are not about to disappear. But even at its currently low rates of market penetration, solar power has begun to shift the economics of electricity. This is the dawn of the solar age” (2015, para.28). Also, it will decrease using other sustainable

What is the point of the sun? What do we even use the sun for? Is it just a waste of space? The sun is actually one of the most important natural sources in our galaxy, the Milky Way. We use the sun's radiation and heat rays and we wallow in the heat and sunlight, and because of the sun, we live. The suns radiation helps trees grow because trees provide the oxygen we live. The sun is extremely important. The sun is ninety-two point ninety-six miles away from us, and yet it still benefits us! Besides being able to live because of the sun, is there anything else we can use the sun for? According to "That's Solar Power" there is, "The sun is a natural resource. The sun's energy can be used to power homes. That is good for the Earth. Fossil fuels are used to provide energy in most homes. But the use of fossil fuels for energy can poison the Earth". Just like Abdul Kalam said, "If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun."

Secondly, solar energy is renewable and a clean source of energy that will be around even when the world runs out of nonrenewable energy. Reality is that fossil fuels are a nonrenewable source of energy and the world’s supply of fossil fuels before long will run out and become too expensive to drill for. Geophysicist M. King Hubbert originally predicted that 90% of all gas and oil will be gone by 2035 and roughly 90% of all coal will have been used by 2300 (“Energy Crisis”). As one can see while the world still has large quantities of coal available for a few more centuries, gas and oil will be practically gone over the course of just a few more decades. Much of this has come from the world becoming globalized and a continual expansion of industrialized nations. As time has progressed the world has become far more reliant on energy sources. Luckily, solar energy is a solution to the world’s growing energy crisis. For instance, the sun is an almost infinite source of energy and is accessible on the planet without any drilling or mining (unlike fossil fuels). The energy comes directly from the electromagnetic waves from the sun through space. All that is needed is photovoltaic cells (solar panels) to harness the sun’s energy. The argument, however, arises that solar energy can only be created when the weather is sunny and there are not clouds covering solar panels. Despite that argument, solar panels can store power. Melford Ita explains this feature in solar

The energy availability plays a vital role in economic activity because production and manufacturing can be fulfilled by energy consumption only. Nowadays low cost energy is necessary for economical development of any country but because still the major energy extraction is possible using fossil fuels and those countries which have not sufficient amount of such fossil fuel facing lot many issues related unemployment; but the solution of this energy crisis is available from alternative energy sources like solar energy, wind energy and bio mass and bio fuel etc.

Solar energy and its use isn’t new to the world. It has been used by various societies beginning from 7thCentury B.C, when the sun’s heat was concentrated by glass and mirrors to light fires. Today, we have everything from solar-powered buildings to solar-powered vehicles. By and large solar technology has some environmental, economic, psychological and ethical implications for our society. Actions taken by companies and individuals to increase the use of solar technology will create good local jobs, improve our environment and reduce our dependence on foreign oil while doing what’s ethical and moral for our society.

Solar energy may define as the energy received by the earth from the sun. This solar energy is in the form of solar radiation. With the help of solar cells, solar radiation can convert into electricity. Sun is a highly powerful energy source, humans and natures are directly depending on the sun. For example in hydro-electricity the solar energy needed for the evaporation of water after that it returns to earth as rain and provides water in dams. In biomass, the solar energy used that process. Solar cells directly converted solar radiation into electricity, during the process time there is no noise or pollution are there. These cells made with some semiconducting materials. If use solar cells in our home it will help to reduce the greenhouse gas emission, minimise the percentage of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere and mainly reduce the necessity of fossil fuels and natural gas use to produce electricity. According to the Ben Sorensen, solar energy is one of a good source of substitute energy, for the reason that it is renewable, economical and does not pollute our environment. Thus, this essay will be divided into three parts. Firstly, we will talk about fossil fuels and its demerits. Secondly, we will look at the issues and implications of solar energy. Finally, we will focus on the advantageous and disadvantageous of solar energy respectively.