Types of Solar energy

Some information on types of solar energy are given below. You might also like information on advantages and disadvantages to know more about solar energy. Based on its use solar energy is classified. The types of solar energy are listed below.

Types of solar energy are:

Classification of solar energy according to its basic use

1. Passive solar energy 

2. Active solar energy

Classification of solar energy, how it is transformed and used

1. Photovoltaic solar power

2. Solar thermal energy

3. Concentrated solar energy