Why is solar energy good for the environment?

Climate change is a reality that cannot be ignored any longer. The earth has another half-century of fossil fuels remaining. After that, the world will be forced to adopt alternative energy strategies. However, before then, it’s imperative that we develop renewable sources of energy. Greenhouse emissions are causing health problems for people all over the globe. Solar panels are the leading source of renewable energy for our homes and businesses, with more and more individuals and companies opting to have them installed. We are also experiencing an increase in the number of solar farms that are being constructed, all of which is good news for the environment. However, it is important to understand why solar panels are good for the environment, as well as a few of the issues they may currently produce and how we can remedy that. 
 

The benefits of solar for the environment

Solar panels have several benefits for the environment due to their green energy and lack of emissions when operating. Utilizing solar energy reduces the energy you use from the electrical grid. Of course, solar power doesn’t work at night, so for those who don’t have solar batteries installed, they still need to be connected to the national grid if they don’t have enough energy to run the home at night. However, it is still massively reducing their dependence on the national electrical grid.

No greenhouse gases are emitted with solar

As solar energy relies entirely on gathering energy from the sun and converting it into electricity (or hot water) for use in our homes and businesses. Using solar power means that you are not producing any greenhouse gases or contributing to global warming. It can reduce the carbon footprint of your home by 80% in one year.

Solar power has an almost infinite capacity

Solar energy is a form of renewable energy. This means that there is plenty of it to go around because it is an energy source that won’t run out (not for another few billion years anyway). Fossil fuels are a finite source of power and one that we damage the planet with when we mine and distribute it. By relying on solar panels, you are one less household that is relying on fossil fuels, and it can make a bigger impact than you might think.

They last a long time and require little maintenance

The manufacturing process for solar panels is not perfect, but the fact that they last so long and don’t need much maintenance is a hugely favorable fact. Conventional heating methods require relatively regular replacement and maintenance, which can cause a lot of environmentally unfriendly waste, as well as increase the need for more units to be made. Solar panels last about 50 years, so you shouldn’t need to replace them for a long time.

Make the switch to solar today!

Solar power is here to stay, and the sooner you explore how much you can save, the sooner you can enjoy the benefits of residential solar power. Go to HahaSmart.com and try our price checker tool. It tells you how much solar power you need, and how much you can save.

Please visit our solar blog to find out more about the benefits of going solar.