Question

Solar energy is renewable. What could be an economic factor that prevents the maximum exploitation of this resource?

Answer 1

An economic factor could be the cost associated with generating energy from sunlight. The main cost factor is related to the power-generating equipment, such as solar panels or solar heat exchangers, as these technologies are still relatively new and have not reached a stage of economical mass production. Transmission of energy to households is not a major cost and power grids already exist within most regions.  

Answer 2

Answer:

Solar energy is not always available and needs to be stored.

Explanation:

Though solar energy is a renewable, clean source of energy, it is not available at all times and needs to be stored. This is an economic factor that could prevent the maximum exploitation of this resource.