MYTH: Solar panels contain harmful chemicals, have toxic runoff and poison the soil. FACT: Solar panels are not toxic and do not pose risks to the surrounding environment during operations or during removal and disposal. The primary material in the solar panels used...
Q: How do solar panels generate energy? A: Solar panels are comprised of many solar photovoltaic, or PV cells. PV cells can produce an electric current when exposed to light. When the sun shines onto a solar panel, energy from the sunlight is absorbed by these PV...
Every year, our teams are proud to support county fairs across Michigan and engage with the communities where we live and serve. In particular, our renewable energy team members are thrilled to use these opportunities to educate on the benefits of renewable energy,...
With the school year well under way, it’s time to find out how much you know about renewable energy! See if you can answer the questions below, and when you’re done, check out the answer key at the bottom of the page. No peeking! Question 1: What element are solar...
This week is Clean Energy Week across the country and right here in Michigan, which means if you’re looking for ways to reduce your environmental impact, now is the perfect time to do so. As part of DTE’s CleanVision for a healthier, brighter, cleaner future for all,...
