It is known that Germany has an explosive solar industry, only recently losing the top spot in solar production to China. Judging from the graph at right, if Germany can make the commitment to clean renewable energy so can we. Insolation is short for incoming solar radiation. Indiana receives double the insolation over the course of a year compared to Germany.
Imagine more than 1000 watts hitting every square meter of your roof, even in the winter. While solar panels harness a small fraction of this power, this still translates into large amounts of available energy for your home or business. |