Why Isn't Solar Power More Mainstream?

The video discusses the significance of solar energy, highlighting its potential to power the Earth multiple times over. It traces the history of solar technology from its inception in 1883 to modern advancements, including solar shingles and high-efficiency panels. The video also explores innovative applications of solar power, such as in farm equipment and floating panels. Despite the plummeting costs of solar energy, transitioning the US to solar power by 2050 is projected to be expensive. The video concludes by comparing these costs to past energy expenditures during crises.

What advancements have been made in solar panel efficiency since the installation of the solar water heating system on the White House roof in 1979?

What is the estimated cost to transition the entire US to net zero energy by 2050?