The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that in 2020, solar energy will be used in almost 1 million American homes. I can’t tell you what’s going to happen in the future, but as of the first half of 2014, solar energy was responsible for 50% of all new U.S. power generation. With this power source on the rise (Get it? Sunrise?) it’s important to know some of the biggest benefits of solar energy. So here they are!
It’s Renewable
So long as the sun has not literally burnt out, we can be sure that the source of our energy will be in place for at least the next 5 billion years. After that, it’s a bit of a crap-shoot, but something tells me that solar renewable energy is here to stay for at least a little while.
It’s Crazy Powerful
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the earth’s surface picks up 120,000 terawatts of solar radiation (sunlight), which is 20,000 times more power than it would take to power the whole world. That’s a pretty promising power supply.
It’s Good For The Environment
One of the best benefits of solar energy is its lack of pollution. With the global climate crisis reaching an ultimate high, it’s more important than ever to keep things clean and green. Using solar panels is the first step to making that a reality.
It’ll Save You Money
By switching to solar energy for your home, you can save up to $100 a month on energy costs. That’s over $64,000 over the course of 20 years. That’s a lot of money going to waste from your traditional power sources.
Smart, cheap, and clean, solar energy really is a no-brainer. Check out what options you have to start your solar-powered life today.
