Thesis Question

The benefits that solar power can have on an average family home compared to another one without

Project Outline

Project: To research solar energy and how we can use it to power our houses by use of solar panels or solar windows.

Method: I will determine the benefits of solar panels/solar windows in the following ways.
1. Comparison: I will compare having a solar panel or window to not having one installed.
2. Costs: Determine the costs of the installation and monthly cost of hydro bill before and after installation.
3. Research: Use academic sources to research different types of solar panels or windows.

Questions/Problems:
How much energy is able to be absorbed from sunlight?

Will energy still be able to be absorbed on cloudy days or during the winter months?

How readily available are solar panels or windows?

Also:
Are solar panels/windows 100% green (is there anything about them that DOES hurt the environment)?

How can people be urged to install a solar panel/window?