Solar energy is energy of mother Earth. Produced by the light –energy-photovoltaic - or the heat of the sun –solar thermal - for the generation of electricity or the production of heat. Inexhaustible and renewable because it comes from the sun, is obtained by means of panels and mirrors.
Solar energy is one of the sources of renewable energy easier to produce, especially solar photovoltaics (pv), what you are doing is extending its use in climatic zones with the most hours of sun. And Spain is not an exception.
What are the benefits?
GENERATES WEALTH AND EMPLOYMENT FOR LOCAL
In addition, the solar energy is an energy native, available in the practical totality of the planet, which contributes to reducing energy imports and to create wealth and jobs locally. Therefore, the production of electricity using solar energy and its use to efficiently contribute to the sustainable development
IT IS INEXHAUSTIBLE AND RENEWED
Unlike traditional sources of energy such as coal, gas, oil, or nuclear energy, whose reserves are finite, the sun's energy is available all over the world and adapts to the natural cycles (that's why we call renewable). This is why they are an essential element of a sustainable energy system that allows the development present without compromising that of future generations.
NON-POLLUTING
Of all these advantages, it is important to note that solar energy does not emit toxic substances or pollutants in the air, which can be very harmful to the environment and the human being. The toxic substances can acidify the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and erode buildings. The air pollutants can trigger heart disease, cancer, and respiratory diseases such as asthma. Solar energy does not generate waste or contamination of the water, a very important factor, taking into account the scarcity of water.
INCREASINGLY COMPETITIVE
Today, renewable energy, specifically wind and photovoltaics, are cheaper than conventional energy sources in many parts of the world. The main renewable technologies are dramatically reducing their costs so that they are fully competitive with the conventional in a growing number of sites. The economies of scale and innovation are already getting renewable energy to become the most sustainable solution, not just the environment but also financially, to move the world.
AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
Solar energy does not emit greenhouse gases, and therefore does not contribute to global warming. In fact, it is shown as one of the renewable technologies that are more efficient in the fight against climate change.
