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Can solar be used to reduce land use change?

Like any other technological solution, solar has its issues especially regarding its impact on land use change. A recent study highlighted some promising alternatives for siting solar in areas that can spare prime agricultural land, thus reducing solar land footprint. Hoffacker, Madison K., Michael F. Allen, and Rebecca R. Hernandez.

Are solar energy uptake rates underestimated?

Historical projections of energy generation have consistently underestimated uptake rates of solar energy 16, 17. For example, only a year after the publication of the 2020 World Energy Outlook (WEO), the IEA’s “Stated policies scenario” has been revised strongly in favour of solar energy.

Why do people oppose solar projects?

Across the U.S., some opposition to larger solar projects comes from people who deny climate science. But some people opposing solar projects believe in climate change and are opposing solar on environmental and conservation grounds.

Is Citizens for responsible solar undermining public support for solar?

But her group's rhetoric points to a broader agenda of undermining public support for solar. Analysts who follow the industry say Citizens for Responsible Solar stokes opposition to solar projects by spreading misinformation online about health and environmental risks.

What are the barriers to achieving solar energy goals?

In a poll of 44 developers last year by clean energy marketplace LevelTen Energy, 52% said permitting challenges were among the top three barriers to achieving the nation's solar energy goals and nearly 20% called out land availability. Other challenges included access to transmission lines and supply-chain disruptions.

Should we put solar on rooftops?

Some environmentalists argue for putting solar on rooftops to reduce impacts on habitats and biodiversity. But energy experts say that while rooftop solar will be part of the solution, we will also need larger solar on the ground to meet climate goals. And rooftop solar often costs more than solar on the ground.