Solar Energy And Its Uses In Building Construction

We are so dependent on technology that electrical and electronic appliances have become an integral

part of our lives. Right from mobile phones, coolers, fans, electric lights, computers, machines, to

industrial instruments, everything requires an electric power supply for their operations, which are

extensively used. Though technology has made our lives easier, safer, and more comfortable, abundant

use has depleted the energy resource. We are in dire need to shift towards renewable sources of energy

like Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Thermal Energy, and Nuclear Energy to conserve power.

Let’s get to know about solar energy and its uses in the construction industry here. 

Solar power, a renewable source of energy, is the best way to conserve our energy resources. It is an

excellent alternate source of energy for residential and commercial buildings. As energy from the sun is

abundant in nature, we can use solar power for various uses in residential and commercial

establishments. Also, sunlight can be used and replenished whenever required, which makes the use of

solar power a smart and sustainable solution to suit all our electrical needs in homes or offices.

Moreover, it’s environment-friendly and cost-efficient.

Uses of Solar Energy 

To combat global climate change, homes and businesses across the world are transitioning from using

the fossil-fuel electricity grid to a clean energy economy with solar power panels. Solar energy can be

used in several ways, such as below.

  • Residential or commercial building purposes- hot water and electricity
  • Rooftop solar to save electricity and other utility bills
  • To operate gadgets, appliances, refrigerators, fans, air conditioners, TVs, music systems and
  • mixers, etc.
  • Hot water systems in a business or home by solar thermal panels- bathrooms, space heating,
  • and kitchens
  • Industrial applications- microwave, TV, radio, telemetry and radio telephones
  • In cooking with the use of solar cookers- solar heaters in place of other cooking fuels like coal or
  • gas
  • Electrification with solar energy in schools, community halls, hospitals, and clinics
  • Modern solar lighting to improve the outdoor decor of a property and more
Advantages of using Solar Energy 
Easy to install & low maintenance

After planning and necessary site visits, the home solar system is easy to install, and it will only take a

few days of work. It is effortless and quick after the decision process of the solar panel is complete. The

exact time, however, depends on many factors like setting up net metering and others. Once installed,

solar panels are easy to maintain at low costs. Only the initial phase of installation requires complete

attention to detail, and following that, almost no maintenance is required for the next 25-30 years.

You’ll only have to clean off the dust that gets accumulated on the surface of solar panels, about three

to four times a year.

Cost-effective

In recent years, the cost for solar panels has dramatically reduced, about 70% since the last decade as

the requirement for solar panel installations has increased over residential and commercial roofs. The

money on maintenance is saved along with the savings in cooling costs. The system works 100% of its

capacity than the traditional systems at fewer costs.

Eco-friendly & energy efficiency

Solar panels are environment-friendly as the main source of power here comes from the sun, which has

an abundant supply of clean energy. Solar energy can produce 50% of the power required to house by

installing the solar panels, which prove it is very energy efficient than the conventional resources.

Tax benefits & utility bills

Most governments provide several tax benefits and incentives upon choosing solar power like the

Government of India offers markdown of a fixed asset that is associated with the solar power plant to

boost solar energy in the commercial sector. Besides tax advantages, using rooftop solar system will also

drastically reduce your electricity bill with the solar panels generating more electricity than it is

consumed.

Safe environment & home value

The number of electrical wires that pose a serious threat to our lives around the building will be reduced

by installing a solar panel, thereby making the environment a safe place to live. Your property's value

goes up with the rooftop solar installation, as every potential buyer looks over to reduce long-term

recurring costs like electricity. 

Last Words

By choosing to opt for solar power, you are leaving a clean impact on the environment and keeping the

surroundings safe and creating a new market for it. The cost of its procurement is quickly superseded by

the number of benefits it has, so go solar today!

Call us for more information regarding solar panel installation.