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	<title>Comments on: Economics of Solar Energy – price parity and efficiency: Are we there yet?</title>
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		<title>By: Peter Inselseth Jørgensen</title>
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		<description>Hi there,

I would like to make a comment in this forum and point out that there are several disadvantages to Solar Energy.

The initial cost is the main disadvantage of installing a solar energy system, largelybecause of the high cost of the semi-conducting materials used in building one. 

The cost of solar energy is also high compared to non-renewable such as wind enrgy. Investing in solar panels requires quite a large area for installation to achieve a good level of efficiency.

As you mention in the article, the efficiency of the system also relies on the location of the sun, although this problem can be overcome with the installation of certain components. The production of solar energy is influenced by the presence of clouds or pollution in the air. 

But I am a strong fan of renewable energy, and think that the mere fact that we are moving to a more carbon neutral environment is only good.

My Best

Peter Inselseth Jørgensen
Student - Kenan-Flagler Business School</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi there,</p>
<p>I would like to make a comment in this forum and point out that there are several disadvantages to Solar Energy.</p>
<p>The initial cost is the main disadvantage of installing a solar energy system, largelybecause of the high cost of the semi-conducting materials used in building one. </p>
<p>The cost of solar energy is also high compared to non-renewable such as wind enrgy. Investing in solar panels requires quite a large area for installation to achieve a good level of efficiency.</p>
<p>As you mention in the article, the efficiency of the system also relies on the location of the sun, although this problem can be overcome with the installation of certain components. The production of solar energy is influenced by the presence of clouds or pollution in the air. </p>
<p>But I am a strong fan of renewable energy, and think that the mere fact that we are moving to a more carbon neutral environment is only good.</p>
<p>My Best</p>
<p>Peter Inselseth Jørgensen<br />
Student &#8211; Kenan-Flagler Business School</p>
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