Mariann - Solar

How to solar panels work?

Solar panels work by collecting the sun from throughout the day and uses it for electricity. This happens when particles of light and knock them free of atoms creating electricity.

What are some examples of where solar energy is used?

Many large and well known cities uses solar energy such as

-Honolulu- More than 41,000 people have rooftop solar panels on their homes

-San Diego-In San Diego they produce enough energy to power 76,000 homes

-Los Angeles-In Los Angeles the average home saves $6000

In my opinion do the pros outweigh the cons?

I do think that the pros over weigh the cons because there are may more long term benefits to solar energy. For example, although the solar panels might be expensive now in the future the bill for your electric will be reduced.

What to learn more?(Click the links below)

Solar energy pros and cons

Department of Energy(Solar)

Solar Energy Basics