1.Solar energy is free although there is a cost in the building of collectors and other equipment required to convert solar energy into electricity or hot water.
2. Solar energy does not cause pollution. However, solar collectors and other associated equipment / machines are manufactured in factories that in turn cause some pollution.
3. Solar energy can be used in remote areas where it is too expensive to extend the electricity power grid.
4. Many everyday items such as calculators and other low power consuming devices can be powered by solar energy effectively.
5. It is estimated that the world’s oil reserves will last for 30 to 40 years. On the other hand, solar energy is infinite (forever).
6. Solar energy is not only sustainable, it is renewable and this means that we will never run out of it. It is about as natural a source of power it is possible to generate electricity.
7. They are a silent producer of energy. There is absolutely no noise made from photovoltaic panels as they convert sunlight into usable electricity.
8. During operation solar electricity power plants produce zero emissions.
9. The creation of solar energy requires little maintenance. Once the solar plants have been installed and are working at maximum efficiency there is only a small amount of maintenance required each year to ensure they are in working order.
10. there are continual advancements is solar panel technology which are increasing the efficiency and lowering the cost of production, thus making it even more cost effective.