MagnetoMancerMy own thoughts regarding Solar Panel efficiency: We are talking about an infinite energy resource. We are not happy we can not yet capture 100% of what we know is there. But this should push us to innovate our PV technology, not abandon it, for the electric light it brings during the night when stored; #hydrogen , #GravityWells, etc.
But regarding all those energy resources that are infinite, perhaps not so much insistence on efficiency should be made. This value of efficiency must be a carry over from when we were dealing with oil or coal, whose availability became less every time we use it. But there is no less of Sun no matter how efficiently we are utilizing its powers.
I can see the value of "efficiency" becoming just one factor when comparing which infinite energy converting technology is the one we will sink our time and effort in. For a better world, the other decision factors must now include which infinite conversion technology is the most durable, safest and which requires the least resources to build and maintain.
#solar #solarpunk #energy #energyefficiency
But regarding all those energy resources that are infinite, perhaps not so much insistence on efficiency should be made. This value of efficiency must be a carry over from when we were dealing with oil or coal, whose availability became less every time we use it. But there is no less of Sun no matter how efficiently we are utilizing its powers.
I can see the value of "efficiency" becoming just one factor when comparing which infinite energy converting technology is the one we will sink our time and effort in. For a better world, the other decision factors must now include which infinite conversion technology is the most durable, safest and which requires the least resources to build and maintain.
#solar #solarpunk #energy #energyefficiency
Jim Donegan 🎵 ✅