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...

Whether camping off-grid in your motorhome or enjoying the open seas on your boat, you probably can’t do without a 12V battery. Heading off-grid for any substantial period while still having enough electricity to...

Investing in solar power requires more than a cost assessment. Before setting up rooftop solar panels for your home electricity generation needs, you should also ensure your roof can support the weight. The total weight-bearing...

When you build out a solar power array, you want to find the right balance between voltage and amperage to meet your household power needs. You want to create enough voltage to connect your...

There’s never been a better time to explore solar energy, whether you’re heading out for life on the open road or trying to ride out an outage.  Two of the most common solutions are flexible...

There are many reasons to switch from traditional on-grid electric consumption to solar. Whether you want to reduce dependence on the electric company or reduce your carbon footprint, it’s a move that makes sense.  When...