WRAP - Solar Energy

Hi Sun IALs,
Thank you to Sofia and Maricela for arranging our visit with Sigora Solar's Allen McCown and Shawn Cooke.  They discussed several revealing issues related to energy production and solar energy in particular.  Please use the Department of Energy web site, and two other web resources to research and help you answer the following questions.  List your three (or more) resources at the top of your blog and be prepared to discuss in class Number 7.  Thanks again Sofia and Maricela!

1.  Why does Germany, a country in Europe the size of Montana which has fewer solar energy production days than most parts of the US, produce more energy by solar than the US?  What did they do to make this possible?  Did the government help out through incentives or grants?
Maybe there's more people there?

2.  Based on your personal energy consumption, where could you save some money?
Probably electricity.. I always leave my stuff on.

3.  Does solar energy make sense for your home?  Why or why not?
I dunno.. It might save momma some money.

4.  Would you be more likely to purchase a home that had solar energy installed?  Why or why not? Yeah, you could save money in the long run.

5.  What is the likely path that the United States will take with respect to solar energy production?
I hope they pursue it. I think it's a great idea.

6.  What would have to happen before you would make an investment in solar energy for your energy consumption? Look at the cost and stuff.

7.  Brainstorm:  Describe a technology or new idea that could make use of or improve what is currently happening with solar energy.  Solar energy powered cars ?