In pursuit of the ambitious goal of reaching net-zero emissions, nations worldwide must expand their use of clean energy sources. In the case of solar energy, this change may already be upon us.

Solar power expected to dominate electricity generation by 2050—even without more ambitious climate policies::In pursuit of the ambitious goal of reaching net-zero emissions, nations worldwide must expand their use of clean energy sources. In the case of solar energy, this change may already be upon us.

  • Blackmist@feddit.ukEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Solar is pretty neat. Why aren’t all new housing developments done with the roofs optimally positioned for solar panel use?

    We could have big south facing (or north facing for those down under) sections instead of a traditional gable roof.

    • Chocrates@lemmy.worldEnglish
      1·
      11 months ago

      Money. Why spend x extra dollars when you don’t have to?

      I think California has a new law that mandates this, but until their is loud and constant consumer demand home builders are going to continue doing the bare minimum.