Why You Should Assess Solar Panel Degradation Rates
Solar panels are designed to generate electricity for decades. They typically have a useful life of 25 to 30 years, but panels often continue to produce energy far beyond that timespan. As time goes by, however, solar panels become less efficient due to degradation. What Causes Solar Panels To Degrade? Solar panels are exposed to […]
New Energy Storage Incentives In CT
If you’ve been looking into solar power and the ways you can save money on your utility costs, then you’ve also likely heard of solar battery storage. These are added to a home or business’s solar panels and it means you can enjoy the benefits of solar power even after the sun has gone down […]
Energy Savings Tips For The Holidays
With the holiday season here and more people taking the opportunity to gather this year, you may be planning for an extra special meal with your loved ones. Many people are decorating their homes and getting in the holiday spirit this year. Sales are up on decor and gift-buying and a quick drive down the […]
Do Solar Panels Have To Face A Certain Direction To Work?
The placement of solar panels is important since it affects the amount of sunlight that can be converted to electricity. In the Northern Hemisphere, it’s generally best for solar panels to face south. Since the sun shines directly over the equator most of the time, solar panels oriented to the south can collect more sunlight […]
Solar Market Continues Rising In 2021, Outlook Bright For 2022
In 2021, more people are making the switch to solar power than ever before. As this happens, solar power is now on pace to become the fastest-growing electricity source in the U.S. In fact, even despite the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, the nation still saw shipments of solar panels reaching a record high of 21.8 […]
Solar Power Vs. Traditional Electric Power
Traditional electric power is still the main source of energy for homes and businesses around the world, but more and more homeowners and business leaders are recognizing the benefits of solar energy and investing in solar technology. If you’re not sure if you should make the switch to solar power, here are some important differences […]
Clean Electricity Standard Makes Promising Strides Forward
The benefits of clean energy have long been touted here in the U.S. – from reduced dependence on fossil fuel to the environmental benefits of decreased pollution and carbon emissions – When it comes to clean electricity, renewable energy resources for electrical power offer plenty of benefits. First – it’s virtually an inexhaustible resource. Using […]
How Solar Storage Could Help You During A Blackout
Power outages have been a growing concern, especially here in New England where violent hurricanes and summer storms over the last few years have literally knocked electricity out for several weeks. For utilities and power generators struggling to keep up with demands on infrastructure and other problems like system overload, the likelihood of these blackouts […]
4 Facts About Solar Power In 2021
Homeowners across the United States are embracing solar energy to keep their utility costs down and to protect the environment. Even though solar is becoming increasingly popular, many people still don’t realize just how far the technology has come and all the benefits it has to offer. Here are a few important things you should […]
3 Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Solar Installer
More people are making the move to solar today as traditional utility generation costs are skyrocketing and as ROI for the systems increases. With new clean, pure energy from the sun coming into your home you’re not only reducing your monthly bills but you’re doing your part to reduce carbon emissions and protect the planet. […]