Why aren t we only using solar power

Why don't we use solar energy more?

The primary reason we don't use more solar energy is that the technology took time to develop to produce large amounts of clean energy. Additionally, most of our engines and systems were designed to run off fossil fuels. While solar power is healthier for the planet, it may not be entirely reliable.

What would happen if people knew more about solar energy?

If people were more educated about solar energy, their mindset might change from “That’s cool” or “That’s interesting” to “I want that” and, more importantly: “I need that”. People would start thinking that solar panels were just what they needed to lower their electric bills.

Why is solar power not entirely reliable?

Solar power may be healthier for the planet, but that doesn’t mean it is entirely reliable. This is primarily because the technology has taken time to develop in order to produce large amounts of clean energy, and most of our engines and systems were developed to run off of fossil fuels.

Do solar panels need sunlight?

As we all know, solar panels require sunlight to generate power. Like wind turbines, solar generators are a variable, or intermittent, energy source – their output is dependent on the weather.

What happens if solar energy is too much?

Additionally, local network distribution lines can only carry so much energy, so when too much solar energy is fed into the grid at the same time, the lines can become congested and the local grid can become overloaded, leading to disruptions and localised blackouts.

What can solar energy do for You?

At times of low demand, solar energy can also be used to power the production of renewable hydrogen, which can be stored for long periods of time and converted back into electricity to be dispatched when the market needs it.