Solar Power

Embarking on the journey toward energy security?  Depending on the size of your household, a 5-kilowatt solar system can be an excellent investment.  Navigating the panel selection process requires a deep dive into panel efficiency, space...

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...

After years of weathering the (seemingly endless) storm of discontent about load-shedding and Eskom’s ever-worsening capacity to provide reliable electricity, the ANC made some waves in early 2023 by making two significant announcements claiming...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...