Solar Appreciation Day

From chasing cheaper electric bills to reducing environmental impact, solar power is one of the most effective forms of clean and renewable energy.

National Solar Appreciation Day is here to increase public awareness and encourage more people – across the street and around the world – to use solar power!

History of National Solar Appreciation Day

The background of solar energy can be traced back thousands of years! The first incidences are recorded as having taken place in the 7th century when humans used magnifying glasses to pinpoint solar energy with the purpose of starting fires.

By Ancient Egyptian times, people were able to harness the warmth of the sun to heat their houses and cool them by using the sun to evaporate water.

By the late 19th century, scientists discovered that solar power could be converted to an electrical current that could be used to sent meet the power needs of individual homes and, eventually, entire communities.

Advancements in technology, along with the crisis surrounding fossil fuels, have brought solar power forward as a way to meet energy needs while fighting against climate change.

National Solar Appreciation Day got its start in 2009 with the idea of recognizing the various benefits that can be reaped from the use of sustainable and clean solar energy.

How to Celebrate National Solar Appreciation Day

Let the sun shine in and spend some time paying heed to National Solar Appreciation Day! Check out some of these ideas to get started with celebrating:

Convert to Solar Power

Individual homes, apartment buildings, businesses, farms and more are all viable candidates for installing equipment to harness renewable energy straight from the sun.

The US government offers online resources for those interested in participating in the Solar Panel Program, complete with a homeowner’s guide. Check it out in honor of National Solar Appreciation Day!

Advocate for Clean Energy

An excellent way to get involved with National Solar Appreciation Day might be to connect with other like-minded individuals and groups in the local area or online.

Sign petitions, write letters to government representatives, fight for clean energy legislation, and more.

Host a Solar Themed Event

Folks who are interested in sharing their interest in solar access can invite friends, colleagues, and neighbors to a gathering that encourages participation in National Solar Appreciation Day.

Show off by using solar-powered outdoor lights, solar cookers, solar-powered charging stations for electric vehicles and solar energy to heat a swimming pool. It’s a fun way to give a nod to sustainable energy, as well as a great excuse to throw a party!

For other events at Days of the Year that run along the same theme of sustainability and environmental care, check out a few of these: Global Energy Independence Day in July, the International Day of Clean Energy in late January, or National Cut Your Energy Costs Day on January 10.