The Earth is at a stage where climate change is no longer an apocalyptic situation that is one or two centuries away – it is a problem of the present, and it is affecting the planet and its inhabitants in ways that cannot be ignored anymore. The Earth is seeing the impact of climate change in the form of the last decade being the hottest on record, carbon dioxide levels reaching an all-time high in 2020, and the rapid loss of ice at the poles driving devastating natural disasters. At this point, it may seem like a miracle is what the planet needs to be saved from the current situation. However, even the smallest of contributions from people can help drive change forward, and the good news is this need not even require people to choose the health of the planet over financial loss!
Solar energy, arguably the renewable energy source that can most easily be taken advantage of by anyone, anywhere, could help in taking a step toward fending off global disaster. And the economy had certainly realized this – in Australia, solar power is a fast-growing industry with over 2.66 million solar PV (Photovoltaic) installations as of December 2020. However, there is certainly room for improvement as solar energy still only accounts for a very small percentage of the country’s total primary energy consumption. But with no shortage of ways to utilize solar power in the home, in residential communities, and commercial sectors, and with companies like Hitech Solar providing installation services so that you can get the most benefit from the energy source, there is hardly a reason to not convert to using solar power.
Solar Energy at Home
Solar Water Heaters
Solar water heaters using solar panels that are installed in the home to convert energy from sunlight into heat that they use to heat water. There are two main types of solar water heaters: active and passive, and there are other specifications under these two categories as well. Each type has its benefits and drawbacks, so please make sure to discuss with the dealer to pick one that is most suitable. As with all the other solar-power appliances that are about to be introduced, while the solar-powered water heaters may seem expensive in the short term, they are sure to help cut down costs in the long term. Some households entirely run on solar power and don’t even need to pay electricity bills as a result!
Solar Energy in the Neighbourhood
Solar-Powered Street Lights
These are a great environment-friendly option to keep neighbourhoods well-lit and bright at night. Moreover, many of the solar-powered lamps come with a feature that allows them to automatically turn on after it begins getting dark, so one can even avoid the hassle of having to manually operate the lights.
Solar Energy in Industries
Solar energy has a broad range of uses in commercial industries. For instance, thermal energy generated from solar power can be used in dairy industries for pasteurization, and textile industries for heating water. It is important to note, however, that industries require a very large number of solar panels to be installed to be able to generate enough energy to power their processes, and with this comes the consideration of making the best use of the space that is available to install these panels. Services such as those offered by Hitech Solar can come in handy in these situations, as they can help assist businesses with the most effective installation of the panels.
