PV Gap

Jared Said:

What is the effects of Solar Energy on the environment?

We Answered:

Actually it depends on the type of Solar Energy.

Generally speaking, there are two type of Solar Energy.

1. Solar Panel (Solar to electric). It doesn't generate any pollution. However the manufacturing process of making Solar Panel generates a lot of pollution and takes a lot of energy to clean it up.

2. Solar Thermal. The thermal energy are used. Large mirrors are built and solar energy are being focused on a steam tower where water are heated up to 1000 degree and boils to steam. The steam then turns the steam turbine and generates electricity. It is clean. However, it uses a large amount of water.


But in comparison with other forms of energy generation, it uses far less resources.

Bernice Said:

What are the effects of solar energy to the environment?

We Answered:

Wind and Solar energy is one of the next big moves that will be seen in the next ten years, Just think Clean solar power no engine noise, no smoke, no mess.
The enviroment is in a bind right now and needs the change tomorrow.

Ida Said:

How does solar energy affect the environment? (In a good way)?

We Answered:

Solar energy heats the earth, is the creator of wind currents thus spreading the air around, heats water in the oceans (evaporation) to provide rain (precipitation) without which life on earth would stop.

Creates photosynthesis without which all life on earth would, again, stop.

Our only problem is that life on this planet has started and evolved to suit a fairly narrow band of temperatures, and a fairly low level of radiation. We can wobble only a few degrees before life just falls apart.

Irma Said:

What are some impacts on the environment solar energy has?

We Answered:

Solar panels can block out habitat. So we have to force companies that put these in to study it so they dont hurt tortoises or plants.

Erika Said:

how does solar energy effect the environment in las Vegas?

We Answered:

Las Vegas is taking steps to be more energy conscience.
http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/…

The perfect solar project is a thermosiphon solar hot water system because it's basicly in a desert. It requires no electricity or moving parts. http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles/ha…

Gilbert Said:

What Impact Does Solar Energy Have On The Environment?

We Answered:

It warms our environment every day when the sun rises.