Source: https://remoteenergy.org/blog/what-is-solar-energy
What is solar energy?
The sun is an incredible and renewable resource that has the power to fuel lifeThe period during which a system is capable of operating... on earth and provide clean, sustainable energy to all of its inhabitants. In fact, more energy from the sun reaches our planet in one hour than is used by the entire population of the world in one year. The sun’s energy can be converted into electricityEnergy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as... through solar photovoltaic (PVSee photovoltaic(s).) modules (photo = light, voltaic = electricityEnergy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as...).
How does solar energy work and why should we use solar energy?
PVSee photovoltaic(s). modules absorb sunlight and convert the energy into a usable form of electrical currentSee electric current.. The sun shines all over the world, making solar electricityEnergy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as... viable anywhere. Because solar can be paired with batteries for energy storage, solar electric systems can be independent of the utility gridSee electrical grid., making them cost-effective for remote locations. Solar modules have no moving parts making maintenance costs low, and they are highly reliable with a long service lifeThe period during which a system is capable of operating... of 25+ years of guaranteed electricityEnergy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as.... Solar electricityEnergy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as... relies on the sun as its fuel source, so there is no need to drill for petroleum-based fuels, refine them, or deliver them to the site. As you can see, there are a lot of advantages of solar energy.
The solar industry is growing
The design and installation of PVSee photovoltaic(s). systems on a large scale enable us to move away from other polluting and unsustainable energy sources. Since the solar industry is growing, that means that the need for skilled workers is also growing!
Remote Energy (RE) is a 501 (c)(3) for-impact organization that trains women and men worldwide to harness the power of the sun and develop the technical PVSee photovoltaic(s). design and installation skills required to bring clean power and positive change to their communities. Technician training programs provide the growing workforce with the practical skills needed to be competent and competitive. Solar educator training programs empower local trainers with curriculum, mentorship opportunities, and the skills needed to meet currentSee electric current., regional training requirements.
