Solar technologies and their implementations: A review

Abstract

The world is facing energy crisis and critical environmental issues such as the greenhouse effect, global warming, pollution, etc. The significant contribution is due to the use of traditional energy sources (like fossil fuels), so it is essential to use alternate /renewable energy sources. Green energy sources and environment-friendly methods of energy generation are in the realm of the current scenario of development in energy generation. Solar power is one of the biggest, efficient, and cleanest sources of renewable energy used for electricity production. This article highlights the revolution of solar energy and its application as a renewable energy source. It starts with the introduction, describing solar power, energy types, energy scenario, current status, solar energy with their advantages, solar technologies (traditional, present, and future) with the application of these technologies and its future scope. Currently, for countries like India, this solar power energy generation is a boon in terms of energy requirements and tackling environmental problems. The other benefits of reduction in energy dependency, energy security, job creation, and healthy economic growth in the country can also be seen with such technologies when implemented.