Solar Energy

First up in our energy series: solar! How do we harness the energy from the sun to produce electricity? Why should we? What are the environmental impacts?

 

Resources for this episode:

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

How Does Solar Work (energy.gov)

End of Life Solar Panels: Regulations and Management

How to Have Your Solar Farm and Keep Your Regular Farm Too (NPR)

Solar Panels are Starting to Die (Grist)

Life Cycle Assessment Harmonization

Land Use Requirements of Solar