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Solar Energy is Good for the Environment

"Green" solar energy can combat global warming and reduce your carbon footprint. A typical solar energy system installed in the home can prevent around 33,000kg of carbon dioxide (greenhouse gas) from entering the atmosphere over a ten year period.

Due to the majority of energy production depending mainly on coal, oil, and gas, if we use alternative energies, such as solar energy, we can help conserve these fossil fuels that are producing greenhouse gas and also pollute the atmosphere. Green solar energy is a clean source of energy, there is no pollution, and no contribution to global warming.

Unlike the fossil fuels, green solar energy is a renewable energy that doesn't have any waste products. The sun, which is the source of all life and the fuel of solar energy, provides a limitless supply of free heat and light that can be utilized by the use of solar panels.

There are two types of solar energy technologies used to capture the heat and light emanating from the sun. They are thermal and photovoltaic. Thermal panels use the heating effect of the sun to heat water for a hot water supply and central heating. Light-sensitive photoelectric cells produce electricity from sunlight, which is used to power electrical appliances in the home.

Although the initial investment is high, a solar energy system pays for itself in a few years. Costs can be lowered by making your own panels, and selling unused electricity to the power company. Green solar energy can eventually save you money, lowering the cost of your electricity supply as a supplementary system, or even being totally free, supplying all of your energy requirements.

However, the greatest use of green solar energy is environmental. Global warming and climate change are altering the weather patterns worldwide. If you want to help contribute to a cleaner environment, and also have cheaper electricity, then making use of solar energy is for you.

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