- Production: Solar energy is derived from sunlight and can meet global power demands if harnessed effectively.
- Applications: Include drying clothes, photosynthesis, heating homes, and power generation.
- Types of Solar Power Production
- Solar Thermal Power: Converts solar energy into electricity via thermal energy, using heat to drive turbines.
- Photovoltaic (PV) Cells: Convert sunlight directly into electricity through silicon-based cells.
- Advantages
- Renewable and inexhaustible energy source.
- Pollution-free and reduces greenhouse gas emissions after installation.
- Low running costs and high infrastructure security.
- Provides energy independence with potential for off-grid living.
- Disadvantages
- High Storage Costs: Batteries for storing solar energy are expensive.
- Space Requirements: Large areas are needed for solar panels.
- Associated Pollution: Manufacturing and installation processes produce emissions and hazardous waste.
