Solar Power

What Is a Solar Carport and How Does It Work? 

Have you ever seen a solar carport and wondered what its purpose is and how it functions?  If so, you’re in the right place.  Solar carports can help you get the most out of a solar...

How to Convert Volts to Watts

Once you get into the basics of how electricity functions, it won’t be long until you need to understand volts and watts.  If you want to learn more about electricity besides just how to plug...

What Size Solar Battery Do I Need in the UK?

Several factors need to be considered to determine the right size for a solar battery in the UK, including your household's energy consumption patterns, the power output of your solar panels, and your specific...

What Are the Ideal Components of a 5kW Solar System?

Are you considering a switch to solar and need 5kW of AC (household) electricity output to run your appliances and HVAC systems simultaneously?  One of your first big decisions is whether an on-grid or off-grid...

What Is Battery Storage Capacity?

No matter whether it’s in your smartphone or your portable power station, batteries tend to come with heaps of technical specs and jargon.  Without some understanding of the basics, comparing and contrasting different models of...

EcoFlow RIVER 2 FAQs: Everything You Need to Know

The EcoFlow RIVER 2 is our most compact portable power station. It’s a lightweight solution, perfect for that hiking, backpacking trip, or off-grid camping trip you’re planning for.  Check out the answers to some of...

What Is the Solar Payback Period? Everything You Should Know

Switching to renewable energy is a no-brainer for the planet.  But if you’re a homeowner, investing in residential solar power isn’t necessarily a no-brainer for your bank account — at least not on the surface.  Look...

What Is Balance of System (BOS) in Solar Power?

Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are complex and require many components working in tandem to capture, convert, and store power from the sun as AC electricity.  Solar panels are an essential part of any grid-tied or...

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