Solar charge controllers, also known as solar regulators, convert the raw power delivered from a PV solar panel into a usable charge for the battery. Charge controllers sit between the panels and the batteries,...

In a solar power system, you collect solar energy through panels capable of generating high voltages. The batteries in which you store energy, though, have lower capacities. To regulate the flow through this system,...

Off-grid solar power systems collect the sun’s energy, convert it into electricity, and then store it in batteries so the user can draw power from it as needed. To run efficiently, you need to...

You've taken the leap and decided to go solar. With solar panels and a solar power system, it's time to start harvesting some rays. But do you know how to connect your solar panels...

Many homeowners are switching to solar energy to save on electricity bills and lower their carbon footprint. However, the initial outlay can be high, and professional installation costs may be a dealbreaker for many...

Solar power provides an excellent path to becoming energy-independent. With a grid-tied solar power system, you can supply electricity to your home through the local utility infrastructure. In some cases, you can even generate...

Solar power is becoming increasingly popular as a clean, renewable, and reliable energy source, but many of us want to know what we're getting from our investment. A significant part of that calculation comes...

If you’re like most people switching to clean, renewable, residential solar power, you know you’re making a smart investment. But what kind of returns can you expect? One way to measure the value of an...