Question

While driving in the countryside, Kapil sees some panels attached on the street lights along the road. He finds out that these were photovoltaic solar panels which trap solar energy and converted it to electrical energy to make the streetlights function. He liked this idea so much that he got similar solar panels and installed at his residence also.
Answer the following questions based on the above information:
a). In what respects is the installation of solar panels useful to Kapil?
b). Which values is Kapil promoting by installing solar panels?

c). How can Kapil promote similar values to others in the neighbourhood?

Answer 1

a. By installing the solar panels at his residence Kapil will be able to generate his own electricity at a free cost in sunlight is available abundantly and is free. He can power many devices at home easily and will also save natural resources since he is not using electricity from thermal plants which use coal to generate power. Hence he is keeping in mind the sustainability of resources.

b. Awareness, concern for the environment, making better decisions, helping in proper distribution of resources, etc

c. He can impart similar values into others in the neighbourhood by making they are aware of the benefits of using solar panels as well as instilling the harmful effects of wasting electricity as well as depleting the natural resources for its production.