The concept of solar power has been around for some time, but it’s
never been considered a practical means for satisfying the world’s
energy needs. But as better methods for capturing and converting the
sun’s rays into usable energy are developed, solar power is becoming
widely adopted across many countries. Here’s a look at a few countries
making the most use of solar power.
Germany: The World Leader in Solar Energy
Germany is considered the world leader in solar energy, as the
country currently uses vastly more solar power than any other country.
In fact, in 2009, Germany installed 3,806 megawatts of solar energy
capacity—nearly eight times the amount installed by the U.S. in the same
year. In 2010, Germany remained the leader...