There’s no doubt about it, the home solar market is growing at a rapid rate. With the increased risk of power outages due to extreme weather and high demand, more and more homeowners are looking to take control of their electricity. But for many, the burning question seems to be how much will energy independence … Continue reading What Factors into the Cost of a Solar System? →

People have always been raving about the significant savings solar energy can give. Because of this, many people are enticed to shift from using coal and other fossil fuels to using solar power. However, new users often find themselves surprised by how much it costs to get a functional solar power system. From costly solar … Continue reading Is solar power cheaper than coal and other fossil fuels? →

Solar energy is one of the most economically viable alternative sources of electricity–even for domestic or personal use. This is why it’s not surprising that you can easily see them on various houses in your neighborhood or even on vehicles on public roads! But how does solar energy work? How to convert solar power to … Continue reading How to convert solar power to electricity? →

One of the most common questions about solar energy is this– is it possible to power a household entirely by solar power? The answer to this question is, in fact, yes.  You can indeed power your entire household solely by solar power. However, it will not be an easy task. Many people have already tried … Continue reading Is it possible to power a household entirely by solar power? →

Instead of transferring the excess solar energy generated by your panels throughout the day to the grid, solar batteries store it for later use. If your utility provider employs time-of-use pricing, where power is more costly during periods of high demand, this can help you save more money on your electricity bills. You would use … Continue reading Is Storing Solar Power Worth It? →

Getting a residential solar project can give you big savings. However, not all homeowners understand how to measure the ROI of their solar panels. Do you still have to pay for electricity if you have solar panels? Even if you have solar, you will probably still have to pay for power. This is due to … Continue reading Understanding Residential Solar Project ROI →

Solar panels are undoubtedly starting to appear on an increasing number of your neighbors' rooftops. And you've surely wondered, "Do such actions result in cost savings for them?" It's a legitimate inquiry! Since going solar requires a significant financial outlay, you want to be sure it's beneficial.  Each individual's power bill savings from solar panels … Continue reading How You Can Save Money with Solar Power →

Solar photovoltaic and concentrated solar energy are the two primary methods solar energy systems use to generate electricity.   PV from solar energy  The type of solar energy that is most frequently employed is photovoltaic (PV) technology. They are the default choice for most commercial installations and rooftop solar systems.  Silicon photovoltaic cells found in … Continue reading Two Types of Solar Energy Systems →

In a nutshell, solar power is a renewable resource. You must be able to use the energy source without depleting it for it to be categorized as renewable energy.  Solar panels, for instance, use sunshine to generate power. However, utilizing that sunshine does not reduce the quantity of solar energy that the sun sends our … Continue reading Is Solar Power Really Renewable? →

Even if you don't build a solar battery, your solar panels can completely eliminate your monthly power expenditures if your local utility provider allows net metering.  Understanding Grid-tied Solar Projects You will continue to be linked to the local electricity grid when you install a grid-tied solar system. The middle of the day, when your … Continue reading Can You Really Eliminate Your Electric Bill with Solar Power? →