Solar energy use in Vermont and Florida

The use of solar energy, a clean, renewable, and free energy source, is not widely used in areas where it would be ideal. For example, Vermont’s climate is cloudy and not particularly warm, whereas Florida has the nickname the Sunshine State. Research solar energy use in Vermont and Florida, or in other states in the U.S., and comment on the policy issues that are either promoting or discouraging the use of clean, renewable energy.