Lower feed-in tariffs leave many wondering if solar panels are worth the cost

Cautious homeowner seeks advice after questioning the financial benefits of solar panels: 'Something's not adding up here'

A Redditor curious about solar panels sparked an earnest conversation about their value and cost-saving potential. The original poster asked about the cost and longevity of solar panels in the r/solar subreddit. They claimed to be interested in adding solar panels to their roof but assumed that the panels would last 20 years and that it would take 22 years for the monthly electric savings to offset the upfront costs. "Something's not adding up h…

Lower feed-in tariffs leave many wondering if solar panels are worth the cost

Discover if solar energy is still worth it with falling feed-in tariffs and evolving technology.

Photovoltaic solar energy is experiencing exponential growth at the global level, consolidating itself as a key element in the energy transition. The installation of solar panels is rapidly expanding in homes, businesses and industries, driven by lower costs and increasing environmental awareness. This boom translates into increased installed capacity, contributing to reducing dependence on fossil fuels and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. C…

Experts say you can save up to 90 percent on the YUSETT YÁÑEZ/PORTAVOZ light receipt fee PHOTO: ALEJANDRO LÓPEZ According to researchers and renewable energy specialists, natural resources are a source of energy that helps counteract the effects of non-renewable energies. Thus, solar panels are an alternative to harness the potential of solar energy. “We have to evaluate solar radiation, which is obviously clear land, the use of soil, the use of…