MAX 1. What is solar energy?

CHI Solar energy is energy from the Sun. It can be harnessed in

several ways and it can be converted into thermal or
electrical energy.

MAX 2. Why does solar energy matter?

CHI Solar energy is important because it is the cleanest and
most abundant renewable energy source available.

MAX 3. What are the types of solar energy?

CHI The two types of solar energy are Thermal energy which
heats the earth and electric energy which produces
electricity.

MAX 4. What do we use to get solar energy?

CHI There are three main ways to harness solar energy:
photovoltaics, solar heating & cooling, and concentrating
solar power. Photovoltaics generate electricity directly from
sunlight via an electronic process and can be used to power
anything from small electronics such as calculators and
road signs up to homes and large commercial businesses.
Solar heating & cooling (SHC) and concentrating solar
power (CSP) applications both use the heat generated by
the sun to provide space or water heating in the case of
SHC systems, or to run traditional electricity-generating
turbines in the case of CSP power plants.

MAX 5. How do solar panels work?

CHI Solar panels use the photovoltaic effect to generate
electricity directly from sunlight.

MAX 6. How Does Solar Energy Work?

CHI Solar energy is produced by capturing radiant light and heat
from the sun and then converting it into energy. Solar power
generation is most effective in places that have a lot of
direct sunlight throughout the year. Electricity is generated
during peak periods such as summer or in the morning and
can be stored for later use such as during winter months or
at night.