Solar Energy

Solar energy means using the energy of sunlight to provide electricity, to heat water, and to heat or cool homes, businesses or industry. The energy transmitted from the sun in the form of electromagnetic radiation. Sunlight is a clean, renewable source of energy. It is a sustainable resource, meaning it doesn't run out, but can be maintained. There are two types of solar energy: Thermal Energy & Electric Energy. Thermal Energy is everywhere. It’s lights up our days. It heats the earth, our bodies and our homes. It dries our clothes and gives us produce like sun-dried tomatoes. All for free! Electric Energy uses the power of the sun to produce electricity through solar cells, otherwise known as photovoltaics (PV).