Second, we need lots of clean power ASAP. There are greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production of renewable energy, mining for minerals, construction, etc. Similarly, there are greenhouse gas emissions associate with nuclear power. Nuclear plants must be built from concrete and steel, which all comes from somewhere. The uranium must be mined refined and enriched.
Third, other countries are deploying renewables. The EIA believes that renewables are the primary driver of any effort to decarbonize our energy systems.
Fourth, and perhaps most importantly the “decision makers” don’t give a damn what you or I think. So, your incessant harping regarding any advance in renewable energy accomplishes absolutely nothing other than annoying people in this discussion.
Photovoltaic cells predate nuclear power
https://www.solarfeeds.com/mag/fritts-legacy-unveiling-the-first-solar-cell/
Decoding the 1883 Photovoltaic Cell: A Technical Perspective
The 1883 photovoltaic cell, Fritts’ brainchild, was a marvel of its time. Constructed using selenium and coated with a thin layer of gold, this early solar cell was the first to convert sunlight into electricity, albeit at a low efficiency. The technical specifications of this cell, from its material composition to its operational principles, are not just historical footnotes but are crucial in understanding the evolution of solar panels. This analysis provides an in-depth look at the cell’s design, the choice of materials, and its functionality, offering a glimpse into the early challenges and triumphs in solar cell technology.
Fritts’ selenium solar cell, though primitive by today’s standards, was a monumental step in photovoltaic technology. It laid the foundational principles that would guide future generations of solar technology development. This section, by dissecting the technicalities of the first solar cell, serves as a bridge connecting the past and present of solar technology, underscoring the remarkable journey from Fritts’ rudimentary cell to the sophisticated solar panels of today.
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Here are panels installed on a New York City rooftop by Fritts in 1884:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/sponsored/brief-history-solar-panels-180972006/
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