TED-Ed: Are solar panels worth it? | Shannon Odell

The video explores the evolution of solar energy from its expensive beginnings in 1954 to its current status as a cost-effective energy source. It highlights Germany's Renewable Energy Sources Act as a pivotal moment in making solar affordable. The video discusses the economic benefits of solar energy, challenges in adoption, and community-based solutions. It emphasizes solar's role in energy independence and environmental sustainability.

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