Residential solar power is accessible to more people than ever. Increasingly generous government incentives, rapidly improving technology, rising demand, and falling prices have created an extremely favorable environment for switching at least part of your...

With the shift towards sustainable energy now a global imperative, terms once reserved for textbooks have infiltrated everyday discussions.  One such term is the "photovoltaic effect."  Photovoltaic is often shortened to PV — as in PV...

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...

Are you thinking about going solar in Texas? The benefits include a reliable source of grid-independent renewable electricity for your home, a reduced carbon footprint, lower (or no) electricity bills, and so much more.  In...

Our modern lifestyles and unsustainable habits have put the world in a precarious state. Climate change looms large, ecosystems are under stress, resources are being depleted, and communities face mounting pollution. It's clear our...

When the summer heat wave hits, many people turn to window AC units to find relief. But as these units hum away, how much energy are they consuming?  On average, traditional window AC units guzzle...

As climate change speeds up, switching to renewable energy sources has become critical. Solar and tidal power have emerged as two promising renewable techs. Both offer sustainable power generation, but differ in how they...

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...