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The two can't be compared. If you use solar energy, you'll also be using electricity - the electricity from the solar panels (unless you are talking about the other type of solar panel: the one used to directly heat water).

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How efficient is solar power of energy?

Solar power is a highly efficient form of renewable energy. Solar panels can convert sunlight into electricity with an average efficiency of around 15-20%, with more advanced panels reaching up to 22-24%. Additionally, solar energy systems have minimal maintenance requirements and can produce electricity for 25 years or more.


Is solar energy powerful?

Yes, solar energy is a powerful source of renewable energy. The energy from the sun is abundant and can be harnessed using solar panels to generate electricity for various applications. Additionally, advancements in solar technology have made it more efficient and cost-effective over time.


If sunlight is free why is generating electrical energy from solar cells expensive?

The cost is in manufacturing the solar cells. It takes people, materials such as pure silicon and expensive machines to manufacture the solar cells. As researchers find cheaper materials and more efficient ways to make the cells, and the manufacturing volume goes up, solar cells will become cheaper.


Is solar energy more efficient than nuclear energy?

Solar energy and nuclear energy are both efficient in their own ways. Solar energy is renewable and non-polluting, but it is dependent on weather conditions and location. Nuclear energy is a reliable source of power, but it produces radioactive waste and has associated safety concerns. The efficiency of each depends on factors such as cost, environmental impact, and energy output.


Why is Silicon used in solar cell?

silicon(crystalline) is a semiconducting material that enables photoelectric effect to occur within the cell.it converts solar energy to electricity at a high speed.hence it is more efficient than any other material and produces large amount of electrical energy.

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Which is efficient amorphous or crystalline solar cell?

As of 2007,* commercial amorphous Si solar cells convert about 8% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy.* multicrystalline Si solar cells convert around 16% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy* commercial single crystal Si solar cells convert about 22% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy.So single crystal Si solar cells have the highest energy conversion efficiency.However, amorphous Si solar cells require less energy to produce and are less expensive than multicrystalline Si solar cells, which in turn require less energy to produce and are less expensive than single crystal Si solar cells.In some cases amorphous Si solar cells are more economically efficient (produce more power for the same initial price or initial investment in energy to produce).


What is better solar energy or hydropower?

depends on how you look at it solar energy is more highly developed but hydro electric is more efficient when it is used


What are some improvements since solar energy was formed?

Solar panels are becoming cheaper and more efficient.


Why would solar energy be more efficient on the moon?

due to the lack of atmosphere blocking the solar rays.


Is solar or plug-in patio lighting more energy efficient?

Solar lighting is more energy efficient because it uses the light from the sun to power itself rather than use the energy from an outlet in your home to gather enough energy to create an illuminating light source


What alternative energy source is more efficient and sustainable than solar power?

Geothermal energy is considered more efficient and sustainable than solar power as it provides a consistent source of power without being dependent on weather conditions.


What type of energy is more efficient than fossil fuel energy?

renewable energy, for example solar energy, hydroelectric energy and Wind Energy.


How efficient is solar power of energy?

Solar power is a highly efficient form of renewable energy. Solar panels can convert sunlight into electricity with an average efficiency of around 15-20%, with more advanced panels reaching up to 22-24%. Additionally, solar energy systems have minimal maintenance requirements and can produce electricity for 25 years or more.


Has there been any real evidence that solar energy systems are effective?

It is a proven fact that solar energy is more efficient and cost effective over the long run.


Conducts a program to promote more efficient use of energy including solar wind tidal and other renewable resources?

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How can you use solar panels as a renewable recource?

Solar panels are not a renewable resource, unless you recycle them. Solar panels make electrical power from solar energy, but it in no way replenishes the Sun to make more solar energy in the future. However, the Sun does rise every day, and when it's not cloudy the electrical energy produced by the panels is reinstated.


What ways are used to produce electrical energy?

Ways you can produce electric energy: Solar Panels Wind Turbines Nuclear Fission Microwave Pure Solar (uses mirrors focused on a water tower) Geothermal Tidal Energy Wave Energy Hydroelectric (Uses dams) Biofuels (Algae) And many more ways are being created and studied including the much more efficient Nuclear Fusion.