Division of Economics and Business Visiting Professor Seth Wiggins, who specializes in resource economics, contributed to the WalletHub.com story, “Are Solar Panels Worth It? Experts Pick Sides.” From the story: "Yes, solar panels are worth it. They save money on electricity bills while cutting back on emissions harmful to both humans and the environment. And lest you think your climate is not sunny enough, remember Germany, with a climate similar to Seattle or Anchorage, leads the world in installed solar capacity. We’d all be better off if individuals would take this opportunity to save more ....