If you’re considering buying solar panels, also called photovoltaics, you may want to know what materials go into making them. Photovoltaic manufacturing is surprisingly not that complicated, and they’re made mostly with relatively simple...

If you’ve ever wondered if solar panels need direct sunlight or if they can work in the shade, you’ve come to the right place.  While the answer may seem like a simple yes or no,...

Photovoltaic panels are becoming increasingly popular as we work towards a greener and more sustainable future. Photovoltaics have reduced in price significantly in the last ten years, and surprisingly, their quality has increased exponentially....

If you’ve ever considered switching all or part of your home electricity generation to clean, renewable solar power, you’ve likely heard of the Feed-in Tariff (FiT) or its successor, the Smart Export Guarantee. Registration for...

Combining the words “solar panels” and “cloudy days” may induce minor anxiety in clean energy enthusiasts at first. But trust us, there’s nothing to fear.  As one of the most efficient (and affordable) ways to...

Many homeowners have sheds where they perform their workshop projects, repair household items, store power tools and other items, or shelter animals. If you're going off-grid with your shed, solar power is the most...

If you’re considering purchasing solar panels — or you already have — it’s a good idea to understand what maintenance they need and how much it costs.  Fortunately, maintaining photovoltaic (PV) modules is easy. You...

Quality solar panels are built to withstand heavy usage, weather, and storms without damage. Also, without moving parts, panels experience little wear and tear.  However, many things can happen over the lifetime of your photovoltaic...