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Transmission losses might only be 5%. You can make up for that by putting panels in sunnier locations (Mojave desert vs SF) at better angles and with economies
by dehrmann 4y ago
Transmission losses might only be 5%. You can make up for that by putting panels in sunnier locations (Mojave desert vs SF) at better angles and with economies of scale. A homeowner with rooftop solar will spend more servicing panels than a large scale operator.
- ncmncm 4y agoDesert is a dumb place for a solar farm. Far from users, damn hot, and collect dust. Farm fields, pastures, canals, lakes, and reservoirs are smart places for solar.