Solar energy is energy that comes from the ______. Living things get light and _________ from the sun. The sun’s energy can ____________by the solar panels. Solar panels make up a large number of solar cells. The solar panels convert sunlight __________ usable energy for homes and buildings. Businesses and industries use solar technologies to diversify their energy sources, improve efficiency, and____ money. Solar energy is a renewable source of energy. That means it can be used again and again. __________, there are limits to solar energy. A limitation is ________ the sun is not out; energy cannot be collected.

The sun’s energy can ________ by the solar panels.