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Solar Energy
The Bright Future of Solar Power
The solar power industry has grown significantly over the years, changing from a small energy source to a major part of the global shift towards renewable energy. As countries around the world work hard to lower carbon emissions and tackle climate change, solar energy has become a key solution thanks to its sustainability and viability. This growth is driven by new technologies, supportive government policies, and changing economic conditions, making solar energy a leading choice in the renewable sector.
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Solar energy started with the creation of photovoltaic (PV) cells, which initially were not very efficient and quite expensive. Thanks to ongoing improvements, these cells have become much more efficient and more affordable. Nowadays, we have high-efficiency solar panels that don't cost as much, thanks to better materials and manufacturing techniques. New developments like bifacial solar panels, which capture sunlight from both sides, and thin-film technology, are improving how effective and flexible solar installations can be.
Economically, solar energy is becoming very competitive with traditional energy sources like coal and gas. The cost of generating solar electricity has dropped significantly, making it one of the cheapest options available. This cost advantage, along with government support, has led to big investments in solar projects, ranging from huge solar farms to small rooftop setups.
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After the Fukushima disaster, Japan has shifted its focus towards renewable energy, especially solar, to reduce its reliance on nuclear power. The Japanese government has introduced various incentives, such as generous tariffs, which have quickly increased the number of solar installations across the country.
Japanese tech companies are leading in solar PV technology, with breakthroughs in making solar cells more efficient and less noticeable. Companies like Panasonic and Sharp are key players, working on making solar panels more effective and long-lasting. Also, Japan's limited space and dense cities have led to creative solutions like floating solar farms. These not only save space but also help reduce water evaporation from reservoirs.
As technology continues to improve and costs go down, solar power is set to become even more important in our global energy supply. Japan's focus on innovative solar solutions shows its commitment to renewable energy and positions it as a leader in the shift towards sustainable energy. With the world moving towards greener energy sources, the future of solar power looks not only bright but essential.
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Quality Used Goods
Beyond Solar Panels, Japan is famous for the general very high quality of the used goods available. As with used cars, machinery and other items used solar panels from Japan are usually in much better condition and have been maintained to a higher standard than those of a similar age in other countries.
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Quantity & Variety Available
With the ever increasing expansion of solar power production in Japan, over the last 10-15 years there has been a great increase in the number of solar farms. As these farms periodically refresh their panel stock there is is a regular supply of a wide variety of used panels of various sizes from many different makers.
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Export Culture
As a country with a strong export sector and thriving industry exporting used goods, Japan is an easy country to buy from. There are good transport links around the world from ports all over the country, and even smaller local ports can handle customs clearance. We have experience exporting container loads of used solar panels from ports all over Japan.