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When discussing the subject of alterative energy it usually the topic of solar power that first springs to people’s minds.
The simplest explanation of solar power is that it’s a form of energy derived form the sun that is then converted into heat or electricity.
In the past solar power has suffered from an image problem which it has just recently recovered from.
Solar power, although not as efficient as photosynthesis also draws energy from what is an essentially inexhaustible source.
There are many lighted highway signs that are solar powered. This eliminates the need for diesel generators.
It’s only recently we’ve become aware of the potential of solar power, it’s likely that in the future it will become a very important source of energy.
Solar power is starting to break out of its stereotype as panels of silicon mounted on a roof.
Solar power is often used in consumer products that require small amounts of energy such as calculators and digital watches.
In the UK Solar Power is usually only available for the purpose of low powered devices.
Although at present solar power is more expensive that electricity the promise of concentrator technology is set to change this.
Imagine if the heat from the Sahara Desert – one of the hottest and emptiest places in the world – could somehow be used to provide solar energy for much of Europe.
21st September, 2008
A maverick California firm is suggesting inexpensive balloons may be the true future of energy.
3rd October, 2008
Researchers in both the UK and US have been looking into the potential – with promising results.
2nd September, 2008
Shadows have been the nemesis of solar power for about as long as it has been around. Moving shadows can eat into the generated energy of solar cells, causing a decrease in output.
22nd October, 2008
By the year 2020 France would enact an ambitious plan to capture more than 400 times the solar energy it collects today.
27th November, 2008