# Solar Power and Solar Panels: Technology Advancements Unveiled - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/01/solar-power-and-solar-panels-technology-advancements-unveiled/ - Published: 2020-01-02T22:46:07-05:00 - Author: greenlivingguy Over the years, [solar power](https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/02/solar-power-basics-and-to-be-demystified/) and [solar panels ](https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/01/solar-panels-how-work-can-use-their-power/) have continued to advance in technology. It used to seem like an optimistic view of the future. Yet now it’s the viable energy option. Listen folks, as the number of people interested and the number of [houses with solar power](https://greenlivingguy.com/books-services-prices/solar-power-4-your-home/) and solar panels increases, prices come down. I mean moreover even more. Yet really it’s also about reducing you carbon footprint. Because it grows folks; yet so does energy efficiency. Finally and also the cost effectiveness of solar power. ### Price of Solar Materials In addition, the price of materials and installation is at an all time low. I got mine for a third of the price from Tesla solar. You can too as a homeowner! Certainly then, choosing solar panels with energy storage is advantageous. First of all, solar panels require minimal maintenance. It will also save people money on their electric bills. Financing options are also making it easier for homeowners to choose solar. ### Energy Storage Yet I must add folks! Please add energy storage!  It saves and throws more energy onto the grid for you!  In summer it costs next to nothing for electricity! Who says that?! Not to mention, the large scale benefits it provides the economy and the natural environment. For the economy it means the creation of new jobs. Also, for our environment it means having a healthier planet. Especially as the [dependency of fossil fuels](https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/04/climate-change-the-time-for-action-is-now/) drops. #### Get the facts on going solar at home: So as I’ve written before, The world is facing an energy crisis. Therefore a solution to save our planet must be found. Renewable Energy is an important part of the solution. Moreover and particularly, so is solar energy. ⌊vibrant infographic displaying diverse solar energy adoption methods including rooftop panels community solar gardens solar farms and portable solar devices illustrating the many accessible pathways for homeowners and businesses to embrace renewable solar power⌉⌊vibrant infographic displaying diverse solar energy adoption methods including rooftop panels community solar gardens solar farms and portable solar devices illustrating the many accessible pathways for homeowners and businesses to embrace renewable solar power⌉ So a new Alison course in Solar Energy is called [Solar Technology and Its Use Worldwide](https://alison.com/course/solar-energy-solar-technology-and-its-use-worldwide). It will be of interest to learners and professionals. All consequently with curiousity about sustainability and energy saving for the environment. [Source: Alison, August 20th, 2017](https://i1.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com//srv/htdocs/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/img_2597.jpg?ssl=1) The above graphic was compiled and designed by Renewable Energy Corporation, Maryland’s leading solar panel installer. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df91669667126e1290c21ee0342c386e2da19d588d4d9ca6560bd82ed59a9641? s=300&d=monsterid&r=g) greenlivingguy The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author, Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides and more. Seth's books range from: # Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Bob Brant and Seth Leitman (2nd and 3rd editions) # Build Your Own Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle by Seth Leitman # Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle by Carl Vogel # Green Lighting by Seth Leitman, Brian Clark Howard and Bill Brinsky # Solar Power For Your Home by David Findley # Renewable Energies For Your Home by Russel Gehrke # Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audits by David Findley # Build Your Own Small Wind Power System by Brian Clark Howard and Kevin Shea # and more green living books to follow. [See Full Bio](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/) [ ](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/)