Solar Energy

It doesn’t matter whether you install an on-grid, off-grid, or hybrid residential solar power system.  You need at least one solar inverter. Depending on the size and type of solar panel array you choose, you may...

Exploring renewable energy solutions unveils various systems designed to harness the sun's power, one of the most abundant natural resources in South Africa. Among these, grid-tied solar systems stand out for their financial benefits,...

2023 was the worst year for load-shedding yet. Things might get better — but even the government admits load-shedding isn’t going away anytime soon. Why wait for Eskom to sort things out? With a 5-kilowatt solar panel...

With all the load-shedding in South Africa—the worst year on record in 2023 with 332 days of rolling blackouts—it’s no wonder off-grid solar systems are becoming increasingly popular. On-grid systems are designed to shut...

An inverter is an indispensable device in a home energy system, transforming direct current (DC) from batteries or solar panels into alternating current (AC), the standard form of electricity for household appliances. Selecting the...

Sustainable power solutions are more in demand in 2024 than ever, with battery-operated generators becoming an increasingly popular choice. In this article, we’ll highlight the top four battery-operated generators, each tailored to different needs. From...

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...

Whether you’re looking to power an off-grid adventure or provide energy security for your home, there’s a generator that’s right for you. Up until recently, traditional fossil fuel portable and standby generators were the only...