America has always questioned whether customers are interested in renewable sources of energy. The answer to this question is that utility companies and consumers are reworking the grid to include more renewable energy sources. Florida is known as “The Sunshine State,” installing panels in Orlando would be a reliable alternative energy source. Orlando Utilities Commission, Orlando’s utility company, has sold 400kW of renewable power in just six days. All forms of renewable energies, including solar, wind, and hydro, are becoming the logical choice for creating energy. The benefits of this progress are so evident that it seems unlikely to slow down anytime soon.
Benefits
Clean energy has several benefits for the environment and finances that informed consumers readily appreciate. As a country and individuals, we would benefit financially by reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, which are rapidly evaporating. We would be free from any price increases other oil-producing nations may implement. This new industry will also spur global investment and create new jobs. Clean energy is already responsible for creating 2.3 million jobs and $ 260 billion in global revenue.
According to some studies, wind power could account for 9% of the global electricity supply by 2030. Even though it may not sound like much, wind power provides almost 10% of all the world’s energy. Brazil is one country that has a natural penchant for pursuing clean energy—Brazil’s hydroelectric dams supply 83% of the country’s total electricity. You are not alone if the numbers above shock you. Even geothermal power could produce up to 15 times the energy the world requires. One must also remember that renewable energy is a multifaceted approach in which society must use all available options.
Positive Reception
As I mentioned earlier, Consumers have received OUC’s Solar Energy Program well. They have their wallets ready and open to buy. Their 400kW of clean and renewable energy has already sold out, and the other 300kW applications have led to more construction and investments in central Florida. No one, not even some managers at OUC, expected that this new energy source would sell out so fast. Jennifer Szaro, for example, reportedly said, “We never thought it would sell out within six days.”
The price of OUC’s solar rollout has been well received. Although 1-3 cents/kWh are slightly higher than the standard rate, this price will be locked in for 25 years. Orlando residents are going to be very happy with this. Florida should adopt similar renewable energy programs since Florida’s natural environment is one of its biggest attractions.
Byline: Eduardo Dieguez is a professional blogger for BobheinMillerSolar.com. He is an American-born Cuban pursuing his AA degree at Valencia.