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The discussion on the use of Solar panels in our Edmonton homes is one that has been growing in popularity over the last few years. In Alberta we are starting to see the damage done by our current fuel sources and people have begun to look for safe alternative renewable energy. In discussing with fellow edmontonians a popular question that has come up is what are solar panels? and what exactly is solar energy? and more importantly how can it benefit me in my home and my everyday life?
To begin with Solar panels are arrays of photovoltaic cells which make use of renewable energy from the sun, and are a clean and environmentally friendly way of collecting solar energy. There are several small photovoltaic systems in our area already.
Solar energy is helping power residential homes, cabins at the lake, and some industrial equipment. Solar electric systems offer many advantages; they are quiet, virtually maintenance free and unobtrusive. Solar power comes from the solar energy which originates in the depths of our sun. The sun endures a continuous stream of thermonuclear explosions as hydrogen atoms are fused into helium atoms. We encounter the resultant energy as radiation that strikes the surface of the earth. Solar panels are then able to convert this solar radiation into useful electrical energy and store them in batteries.
Enough solar radiation strikes the earth every day to meet earth’s energy needs for an entire year. Solar panels help us harvest this energy and convert it into usable energy to meet the everyday needs of modern life. The advantage to using solar energy is not only in the huge benefits it brings to our environment but also to our pocket books.
One of the biggest benefits is it’s low cost! The sun is well known for providing it’s energy for free. Solar power is a renewable ressource and it has zero emissions so it does no contribute to global warming in any way. With solar lighting there is no risk of electrocution and the lights are cool to the touch, making them safe for children and pets. You can use solar lights at your cabing, lake lodge, or remote rv destination. Running power out to these locations can be quite expensive. Setting up a solar power system can be cheaper and a much more practical alternative.
Solar panels are very easy to install and require very little maintenance as they have few movable parts which means fewer parts exist that could break. Lastly the versatility of the solar lights makes it useful in almost any home. You can power many different lighting needs, including walkway lights, indoor lights, security lights, portable spotlight stands, and handheld lanterns and flashlights. These advantages extend to not only to our wallet but to the environment. In addition to all of these benefits solar energy is destined to increase as solar technology advances.
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