Putting Solar Panels On The Moon

What are some of the problems with the way we use energy now.

Putting solar panels on the moon.

Putting giant solar panels on the moon or mirrors into lunar orbit would go a long way towards solving the earth s energy problems and climate crisis according to the former astronaut dr helen. This means that they would convert the sun s energy into electricity at a much more efficient rate than pv solar panels on earth. And they want to get the project dubbed luna. Building solar panels in space might be as easy as clicking print nasa.

The photovoltaic solar receptors on the moon would have the benefit of receiving longer hours of sunlight without the obstruction of the earth s atmosphere clouding or dust. Why can t the world s energy needs be met by existing technologies. What are some obstacles to implementing ambitious revolutionary energy technologies. Most people know what solar means but apparently some don t please note this test and article was first done in 2003 as a reply to a question on the motorhomes australia forum so if it reads a little strange well that s part of the reason.

Consider scientific social cultural political. The shimizu corporation wants to essentially build a ring of solar panels around the moon s equator and transmitted back to the earth via microwave. Scientists are testing a new durable recyclable and efficient material that could soon power habitats on the moon.