Source of energy

Source of energy

Using any source of energy, discuss in 500 words, the following aspects:

1.       Accessibility in the United States
2.       Initial and long-term costs
3.       Pros and cons of use
4.       Impact on the environment

Also, what advice would you give, if asked by the U.S. President, on the following question: How can the U.S. be fully self-sufficient in terms of energy needs (i.e., zero imports)?

ALWAYS cite your sources in MLA or APA format.

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Source of Energy

Accessibility in the United States

            Solar energy is obtained by converting the energy from the sun into electricity through the use of photovoltaic or concentrated solar power (Kalogirou, 2009). In some instances, the two methods are used to generate the energy. This source of energy is easily accessible in the United States because of the ease in which Americans can acquire solar panels. The accessibility is being enhanced by innovations, which are making solar panels more efficient. For instance, fixed-tilt systems have been developed to track the movement of the sun, hence optimizing the absorption angles of the energy. Consequently, many Americans have installed solar panels in their homes and rely on them for their energy needs.

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