Solar energy is provided by the sun. It is a renewable source. It’s a natural resource, and it could also be the major source of renewable energy because of all it’s potential and it’s long term advantages. Solar Energy has the advantage of getting rid of some greenhouse gases. Solar panels are one of the biggest ways to help protect the Earth from an extreme buildup of greenhouse gases. Solar panels are very expensive, but they would benefit the whole world.

The word “solar” comes from the Latin word sōlāris, which means "sun.” Solar energy is one of the cleanest ways to use renewable energy. The reason we use solar panels is because they provide a better, cleaner way to use renewable energy. Renewable energy is energy that can be reused, and it is made naturally. One of the biggest energy companies in Durham and North Carolina overall is Duke Energy. North Carolina used about 32.5% of solar power in 2016/2017 years.