You will find a number of pages on this site dedicated to various aspects of solar power including solar electric power and solar power heating systems, but this page is simply an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of solar energy. The information on advantages and disadvantages of solar energy also contains links to other relevant pages for further information.
ADVANTAGES OF SOLAR ENERGY
DISADVANTAGES OF SOLAR ENERGY
- Solar photovoltaic systems in particular are relatively expensive to purchase and install resulting in a long payback period
- Solar photovoltaic systems require a relatively large area to make the installation worthwhile
- Solar energy cannot be produced at night, although the panels are effective in overcast conditions
- Panels ideally need to be able to face a south west to south east direction and should not be overshadowed by trees or other obstructions
Visit our main solar power page and the other pages listed there for more information to add to these advantages and disadvantages of solar energy.