The disadvantages of solar energy

I am not against the use of solar energy, but the use of solar energy has some disadvantages. My intention is to illustrate these disadvantages so that people can understand the other side of the coin in order to prepare them and not to dissuade them from using solar energy. I am for everything that can save the planet. See this article in the introduction where we can further improve current technologies using solar energy.

One of the first and main disadvantages of using solar energy is its cost. The expense is considerably higher than the conventional electrical installation. From purchase to initial installations of the solar panel unit, cost is an important factor to take into account. The high costs of solar panels depend on expensive semiconductor materials that convert sunlight into electricity.

However, as technology advances and demand increases slowly, solar panel costs are expected to decline, consistent with the level of competitiveness with other energy resources.

Another to consider is space. We are talking about installing a solar panel that is not small. This requires a lot of space, which also helps maximize the amount of sunlight it can collect and convert into electricity. Some households will have the panels installed on their roof, others will choose a place for the year or on a pole. The same space issues will need to be corrected once you decide to add panels when your current setup will no longer meet your family's needs.

Positioning is also vital. The solar panels should be oriented in the direction where they will receive the most sunlight of the day. However, there is always a solution. If space does not permit such installations, some supplements may help maximize sun exposure.

In addition to the location and position of the panels in relation to the sun, you may also want to consider the level of pollution in your areas. The degree of air pollution in the area could also be a factor of electricity production. Smog and clouds in the area can affect the amount of sunlight reaching the panels. One way to remedy this situation is to buy more panels to get enough sunlight to power your home.

At night, you may have trouble relying solely on solar energy. Although the solution here is to buy batteries that you can charge the day and use at night. You will need two batteries to be able to meet your electricity needs in cloudy, stormy, misty or foggy days during the day.

With regard to solar energy transport services, there are still some problems to be solved before starting mass production of such vehicles. The most notable difference is the speed. Cars powered by solar energy are much slower than their counterparts. But again, because of the rapid development of the solar car and the technologies that go with it, this disadvantage will soon disappear.