Today’s solar cell technology has its roots in the early days of America’s space program, when in 1958, NASA launched the solar-powered Vanguard I satellite.
Solar power technology has become more efficient. But the cost is still two to four times more than other energy sources.
Like the space race did a half century ago, the international race for renewable energy technology has a similar sense of urgency. The winners will capture new technology, jobs, new manufacturing industry, and greater energy security.
But to cross the finish line, governments need to offer support and require that utilities buy solar power. A pricing structure called a feed-in tariff helps by establishing a fixed price guaranteed for a period of time.
Those countries still new to the solar power arena could do well to look at the success being achieved by countries already a long way down the solar road.
Here are ten countries, chosen because of how much electricity and other energy they produce from solar power, and for their existing government support, commitment to technology and success in developing a solar industry.
Today’s solar cell technology has its roots in the early days of America’s space program, when in 1958, NASA launched the solar-powered Vanguard I satellite.Solar power technology has become more efficient. But the cost is still two to four times more than other energy sources.Like the space race did a half century ago, the international race for renewable energy technology has a similar sense of urgency. The winners will capture new technology, jobs, new manufacturing industry, and greater energy security.But to cross the finish line, governments need to offer support and require that utilities buy solar power. A pricing structure called a feed-in tariff helps by establishing a fixed price guaranteed for a period of time.Those countries still new to the solar power arena could do well to look at the success being achieved by countries already a long way down the solar road.Here are ten countries, chosen because of how much electricity and other energy they produce from solar power, and for their existing government support, commitment to technology and success in developing a solar industry.
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