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Created with Fabric.js 1.4.5 Solar Energy Solar Energy The definition of solar energy is radiant energy emitted from the sun The definition of solar energy is radiant energy emitted from the sun When solar power is stored it can be useful in may ways to create power. It is used as direct, indirect, active or passive. We can harness the energy in two ways as follows:During this process the solar energy is produced directly to generate heat.The solar panels keep in the heat from the sun and heat up the water in the glass panels.Through this method the suns energy is directly being converted into electrical energy. The most used method and efficient method used are Photovoltaic cells.This is a popular way to convert solar energy into electric energy. When solar power is stored it can be useful in may ways to create power. It is used as direct, indirect, active or passive. We can harness the energy in two ways as follows:During this process the solar energy is produced directly to generate heat.The solar panels keep in the heat from the sun and heat up the water in the glass panels.Through this method the suns energy is directly being converted into electrical energy. The most used method and efficient method used are Photovoltaic cells.This is a popular way to convert solar energy into electric energy. Process of Energy Production Process of Energy Production Solar Thermal Solar Thermal Photoelectric Cells Environmental Issues Environmental Issues Some environmental concerns associated with solar energy are land use, water use, and hazardous materials.Some locations of solar energy facilities are degrading land and effecting habitats. Resulting in habitat loss and less use of land.All solar energy plants needs water for cooling.Depending on the plant design, plant location,and the type of cooling system, it may differ between facilities. Trying to save the water consumption is initially very high in priceand low in efficiency.These solar energy plants contain many unsafe and hazardousmaterials.Toxic materials can be very concerning to public health.If these dangerous materials are not disposed properly it could become a huge problem. Land Use Water Use Hazardous Materials Solar energy is a renewable resource because it never runs out. We will always have the sun's energy avaliable to us. Solar energy is a renewable resource because it never runs out. We will always have the sun's energy avaliable to us. The most extensive Solar Energy plants are found in southernBritish Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and the Prairies.Located in these places because they have a higherpotential and less direct sunlight because of their higher altitude. Where in Canada Where in Canada Advantages Advantages Solar energy does not cause any pollution Solar energy will never run out it will always be available to us Everyday items that are used by us are powered through solar energy.(e.g.. calculators,) Disadvantages Disadvantages Solar energy can only be powered during the day and when it is sunny The building process can be initially very expensive The solar batteries take up a lot of space when stored and need to be replaced every so often F U N F A C T S Solar panels are mostly made of silicon Solar energy can only be converted when it is daytime Solar energy is the primary resource It is measured in kilowatt-hours % in Ontario
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