The sun is one of the most powerful energy sources on our planet. It is even the main energy source of all living beings. Throughout the history of mankind, we have used solar energy in multiple ways, from the simplest way to dry clothes and food in the sun, to creating solar ovens, but it is only during the last century that we have managed to produce electricity from the solar energy and this has brought benefits for everyone. Here is a list of 10 benefits of solar energy.
The sun shines for the planet. Therefore, once you have what it takes to use that energy, the energy costs you nothing. The sun is free.
Unlike the electrical energy produced by burning fossil fuels, a photovoltaic plate system does not emit carbon footprints.
The sun shines every day and will shine for millions of years more. It is somehow almost infinite. Fossil fuels are not renewable and will eventually run out, which will increase their price over time.
Since the cost of producing solar panels has reduced and the effectiveness has increased, investing in a solar system yields long-term money savings, since as we said in point 1, solar energy is free.
With a solar panel system, you are not subject to power outages and the possible effects of a storm.
When you invest in a modern solar system, the system measures your consumption and production. You can see how much energy the washer, dryer, and other household items consume. Raising awareness about consumption usually makes you reduce it.
It is expected that the solar market will continue to increase over the next few years while the systems will be increasingly economical and efficient.
By adding solar panels, you are adding a “bonus” to your property that automatically increases its value.
You can even use the sun for many things without having solar panels.
Basically, they look cool!
These are just some of the benefits of using solar energy. There are many ways to use the sun for our daily lives and a solar panel system is one of the most useful and economical today.
Since 2002, WindMar Group has been a leading solar installer in the Caribbean, and more recently Florida. Currently supplying over 58 megawatts of power from the Sun.