FAQ

What is the average annual electricity consumption of a household in France? Environmental impact Does the manufacture of solar panels require large amounts of energy? Are solar panels recyclable? What contribution do solar arrays make to helping preserve the environment? What is meant by ‘ecological footprint’? What is renewable energy?

Renewable energy is energy derived from natural resources (sun, wind, waves, tides, wood…). Fossil fuel sources (oil, gas, coal, uranium) generate pollution which may have irreversible effects, unlike renewable energy sources. Renewable energy is mainly generated using solar, wind, hydro and geothermal power, as well as biomass.

What are the environmental advantages of installing a solar array?