Solar power is energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy. Solar energy is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source available.Solar technologies can harness this energy for a variety of uses, including generating electricity, providing light or a comfortable interior environment, and heating water for domestic, commercial, or industrial use.
►Reasons for using Solar energy:-
Solar energy is a major renewable energy source with the potential to meet many of the challenges facing the world.
1) Solar Power Is Good for the Environment
2) Combats Climate change
3)Solar Power Causes Less Electricity Loss
►Advantages of Using Solar Energy:-
• Renewable energy source available free of cost
• Clean and pollution free
• The source does not deplete with use
• Available naturally in every consumer’s premises
►APPLICATIONS OF SOLAR ENERGY:-
1) Solar domestic heating purposes.
2) Solar cooking.
3) Electricity generation.
4) Solar thermal power production.
5) Solar furnaces.
6) Solar green houses.
7) Driving force for batteries
