Solar energy is growing and photovoltaic installations are expected to register a year-on-year growth of 27% in 2021. This will set a new record with 181 GW new installed. It’s not a surprise that it became so popular with homeowners, businesses, and even governments who are recognizing its great value.
However, even with this growing demand, many people still wonder why solar energy is becoming so important and if it is really worth making an investment in a photovoltaic solar panel installation.
Without a doubt, the answer is yes, but it’s worth explaining a little bit more about this technology and to find out the advantages and disadvantages of solar energy.
Advantages of solar energy
1. Reduction of the cost of electrical energy
The most well-known advantage of solar panels is their great reduction in the cost of the electric power bill. This is possible thanks to the self-production of energy through the sun, which is renewable and free and allows you to save much more money on this service.
2. Renewable energy source
As is known, solar energy cannot be depleted. In particular, the sun generates a massive amount of energy all the time, so the installed solar panels can take advantage of this production without fear of running out.
This also means that renewable solar energy is clean energy, which it can be translates as energy that does not produce greenhouse gas emissions.
3. Wide range of solar products
Due to the increase in the demand for solar energy, this has allowed the creation of a wide variety of products available. For example, there are solar panels designed for the performance of those who require a high-end system to operate for a long time, such a factory could be.
Disadvantages of solar energy
1. Requires a considerable space to be installed
Whether you are looking for solar energy for a home, business or factory, in order the production can be carried out without complications, it’s required to built large installations.
Therefore, if a house with a small space is looking to be equipped with solar energy, the photovoltaic system may not be installed correctly.
2. Requires an initial investment
Although solar energy reduces the electricity bill by a maximum, its installation requires an initial investment that may not be affordable for all users.
Remember that solar energy needs solar panels installed in order to function. Although, due to competition, you can find more affordable costs between different providers.
3. Climate dependence
Solar photovoltaic systems reach maximum efficiency when it is sunny. And while they can still generate power on cloudy days, this can affect its efficiency.
However, as we mentioned in previous points, there are systems with batteries that allow you to store the energy of the day to use it at night.
As you can see, solar energy both in housing or in business and industrial sectors, can bring great benefits such as low costs, greater use of renewable energies and be recognized for being friendly with the environment.
If you are interested in solar energy, at P4Q we specialize in customized electronic solutions for the solar sector, for photovoltaic installations through our Suntrack monitoring system.
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