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Encouraging Solar Power

As oil prices rise, electricity produced from the sun's rays is becoming an economically attractive option, but its uptake in the country is still relatively low. Solar Days, held across Switzerland in May 2008, aimed to raise awareness of this alternative source of power.

Despite moves towards green energies, Switzerland, after being at the forefront of solar power 15 years ago, is now lagging behind its European counterparts in this area due to a lack of incentive by the government, as electricity production has never been a problem.

Some wonder if there is enough sun in Switzerland to sustain solar energy. However, with an annual average of between 1,000-1,500 KW/h (kilowatt hour) per square metre, in comparison to the Sahara’s 2,500, there is not a huge difference.