Abstract
The 'photovoltaic promise' is that this solar technology is good for our nation's energy supply, good for our environment, good for our economy, and good for our future. This FAQ sheet briefly discusses details in each of these four areas. It also explains the federal role in solar electricity, specifically, the U.S. Department of Energy's PV Program, whose twofold purpose is to accelerate thedevelopment of PV as a global energy option and to assure U.S. technology and global market leadership.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Number of pages | 2 |
| State | Published - 1998 |
NREL Publication Number
- NREL/FS-520-24588
Keywords
- benefits
- DOE
- economy
- energy
- environment
- photovoltaics (PV)
- PV community
- technology leadership
