The positives of Solar energy are that it is clean energy (good for the environment; it's renewable as long continues to shine; little maintenance is required for the solar panels can run up to 1000 hours before the need to replace; there is no noise in collecting energy; self-sufficiency as you are not required to be plugged into a grid; government tax credits. There are also disadvantages you'll see with the link I've attached.
Advantages of Solar Energy, A Detailed Look
- after initial investment, all the electricity you produce is free
- incentives and rebates from governments and utility companies offset the initial investment
- new financing vehicles such as leasing and Pace offset the initial investment while preserving the incentives and rebates
- net metering gives you the opportunity of selling your excess electricity or getting a credit from the utility company
- reduce or completely eliminate your electric bill
- cost of solar panels are decreasing while efficiency is increasing
- numerous solar solutions are being developed that are less obtrusive and easier to install
- clean, renewable energy source
- no transmission costs, your energy is produced where it is consumed
- all or some of your electric needs can be supplied by solar energy, it's up to you and your budget
- you can be totally independent of the electric company by using batteries to store your excess energy or you can remain tied to the grid and use net metering
- solar systems are long lasting systems with warranties that are 20-30 years
- virtually no maintenance and no recurring costs
- ideal for remote locations that cannot be tied to the grid
- no noise or smells, solar operates totally silent
- reduce dependence on foreign oil
- do-it-yourself options in the forms of kits are available and installation is easy
SOURCE: http://www.solar-energy-advantages-blog.com/
You may also take a look this article for more information.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Solar-Energy-Advantages---Practical-Strategies-For-Making-the-Transition&id=4039051
