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Frequently Asked Questions

There are many resources on the web which provide answers to frequently asked questions.  Here is one which often requires a response, together with a link so that you can look for questions which are of particular interest to you:
"What about the energy it takes to produce a solar power system?"

"Although solar electricity is pollution-free, PV systems require a certain amount of energy, which must be ‘reimbursed’ before they can be considered as renewable and clean. This is known as “embodied energy”. An assessment from the International Energy Agency concluded in mid 2006 that roof-top solar PV systems recover their energy content (from manufacturing and recycling) within 1.6 to 1.8 years in Australia. That figure has since improved.
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Once they have reimbursed their initial energy input, roof-top PV systems can avoid the emission of 40 tonnes of CO2, depending on their location and on the local electricity mix available. Roof-top PV systems in Australia during their 30 year lifespan are expected to produce around 17 times the amount of energy needed for manufacture, installation and dismantling."
Energy Matters Website - ​https://www.energymatters.com.au/residential-solar/home-solar-faqs/
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