It’s a known fact that solar energy helps the environment, but not everyone understands exactly how solar helps protect our planet. That is, what does solar do that other energy sources don’t? We won’t go full science on you, but hope to briefly explain how solar works and why it plays such a big role in the world’s future conservation efforts. What Is Solar Energy? Solar energy is a type of renewable energy generated by solar panels , which are mostly made from silicon, the

Once you’ve decided to go solar, another decision awaits: determining the type of solar system that best suits your needs. With countless options on the market, knowing what to choose can feel overwhelming. Plug It In Solar is here to help. There are many practical considerations in selecting a residential solar system. These include: How much energy does your household use? (Keep in mind the average household consumes about 11,000 kilowatt-hours of energy a year). Do you nee

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Solar Roadways, a Path to the Future? Several years ago, a novel idea was proposed. What if we replace roadways with ​solar panels​? With the rise in ​solar technology​, several nations decided to undergo this experiment to increase ​renewable energy​. The United States, China, France and the Netherlands all have installed panels on roadways to see if these installations would develop new usable energy. The ​benefits of solar ​energy on roadways are simple; harness the power