Solar Energy Disadvantages - Check Out Both Sides
Before You Invest.
Let's look at solar energy disadvantages. Hopefully, you have learned all the advantages of running solar energy in both active and passive systems. If not, please go to
http://alternative-energy-resources.net/solarenergyadvantages.html
to learn more about this great alternative energy resource. But you need to also know the negative side of the equation - the solar energy disadvantages. 1. You need sunlight. That's a no-brainer. solar energy comes from the sun. No sun - No energy. So you will not get solar energy at night. You will also get limited energy when it is cloudy or you live in a geographical area where the Sun is limited. Some of these problems can be overcome by the use of battery storage and/or backup resources such as diesel generators or wind turbines. To check out how much solar energy is available in your region, check out the Solar energy world map below.
You should note that you will not get as much "bang for the buck" in the far Northern and Southern Hemisphere. Pollution is also another factor that can diminish the effectiveness of gathering solar energy.If you are in a good area that gives you plenty of "solar energy days", you now need to look at the location where you will install your solar panels or collectors. 2.You will need adequate space and location. At least two factors need to be considered here. Do you have enough room to install solar panels and is the area of installation facing towards the South to gain enough energy? Will you have a good rooftop facing the south to install some panels? Are there any buildings or trees that might obstruct the sun for a good part of the day? Do you have enough room to even place solar panels on your roof or yard? Remember, solar panels do not have to be installed on the roof. they may also be place on brackets or towers in your backyard or nearby fields.
3. Solar Energy is Expensive. When looking at solar energy disadvantages, this is the one that holds me back. They are expensive. To get my home on a grid where I am generating electricity to be self-sustaining and actually be able to sell some of my power back to the utility company, it will cost me almost $42,000.
That is a little out of my budget at the moment. However, it must be said that the addition of solar panels does increase the value of the house and there are certain tax breaks and credits available to you through Federal and State programs.DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Learn all about it at
http://www.dsireusa.org.
You can also learn a lot about tax breaks at the United States Department of Energy website:
http://www.energy.gov/taxbreaks.htm.
Be sure to check out what each state requires for their tax breaks and rebates. Some states only allow you to purchase products from state authorized dealers and might also require you to have the equipment installed by licensed installers to qualify. To learn more about solar energy and
solar energy disadvantages, click here.
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