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Separating Solar Energy Truths from Falsehoods

Separating Solar Energy Truths from Falsehoods

Separating Solar Energy Truths from Falsehoods Monday, October 1st 2012 3:54 PM By GetSolar Staff. When it comes to solar energy, be it photovoltaic panels or solar water heating , there are a lot of myths. Considering how many stories, speeches and articles there are on the energy source, it can be hard to discern what is true and what is not. Here are the real facts behind some of the biggest myths regarding solar power. Myth #1: Most places in the United States are too far north for solar energy to be effective Truth: This myth could not be further from the truth, as just about any location in the United States can effectively generate solar energy. Yes, California and Arizona are among the top states in the nation for PV power, but New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts also have the ability to produce high amounts of energy from the sun. The classic example dispelling...

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