Solar 101
03/18/2019
One of the best options in Massachusetts to save even more on energy is going solar, especially now that the new SMART solar incentive program is in effect. That program builds on Massachusetts’ previous successes with solar incentives and has helped cre
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03/17/2019
In the future homes and electric vehicles will become more seamlessly integrated and companies are developing integrated solutions. Last week, for instance, Mitsubishi introduced the Dendo Drive House concept. The concept would partner a home solar array
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03/03/2019
It’s not hard to reduce your energy usage. This practical guide shows you which steps will lower your power bills the most.
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02/25/2019
A solar home can mean passive solar design, a home with solar hot water or a house with pv solar panels. Solar powered homes are most common and can be grid-tied, hybrid (including a solar battery for backup power) or off grid.
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02/14/2019
Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) are an excellent incentive for homeowners. See how they work and how to get the best price for them in your state.
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02/13/2019
All the info you need about solar panels: how they work, what solar arrays & solar panel systems are, whether you should get them for your home.
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02/05/2019
Looking for a solar panel mount? We look at the pros and cons of different mounting options as well as the top brands in 2019.
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01/30/2019
Should you buy cheap solar panels for your home? Check out this expert savings guide to home solar with cheap solar panels.
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01/24/2019
We explain in simple English how solar panels work, how well they work on cloudy days and climates, and whether they work at night.
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01/23/2019
Are you thinking about going solar but still have some unanswered questions? We provide the answers in this article.
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01/22/2019
Greater action on climate change is coming. Solar panels will play a key role in the shift away from fossil fuels along with these emerging trends: electric vehicles, solar roofs and solar shingles, and solar batteries.
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01/21/2019
Advantages and disadvantages of installing solar panels on your home for American homeowners.
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01/20/2019
Know someone who has bought solar panels through a PACE financing program and wondering how it works? Read this guide to understand how Property Assessed Clean Energy works.
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01/16/2019
Find out how much you can save from installing solar panels in Florida with this expert guide to Florida solar incentives. See if you qualify for the Florida PACE program?
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01/04/2019
Their products have taken the solar, energy and auto sectors by storm. But are Tesla prices competitive in each of these product categories? We take a look.
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01/03/2019
Finally an electric car to challenge Tesla! Check out its take-home price, cost to charge, charge time, types of chargers and whether you should buy it.
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01/02/2019
Electricity are up almost 70% since 2000. But you can pay less by choosing the right rate plan and installing solar panels.
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01/01/2019
The average price for solar panels in Salt Lake City is $3.34 – $4.31 per watt. A typical 5 kWh solar installation would cost between $16,700 and $21,550.
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12/20/2018
Tesla Powerwall rules the US market—but is another brand better for your needs? Here are the reviews and pros & cons for the Sonnen Eco, LG Chem Resu and BYD B-Box. All have some great features that make them worth a closer look...
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12/18/2018
The cost varies depending on if its Model X or Model S, where you charge the battery, and if you use a solar-powered or Level 2 charging stations. Which is cheapest overall?
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12/16/2018
Looking for ways to reduce your electricity bill? Cut My Bill shows you how—and how much—you can save by switching plans or installing solar panels.
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12/13/2018
Here’s a guide to the 30% solar investment tax credit (ITC). Learn the requirements, how it works, when you claim it, which forms to submit, and how it affects your taxes.
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12/06/2018
With many new solar panel technologies in coming out in 2019, homeowners have more choices than ever when going solar. There's never been a better time to find the right solar power solution for your home.
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11/21/2018
Whether going solar is worth it is a decision every individual must make for themselves, but comparing investment versus payback periods is a great way to help you make this decision. While residential PV systems could cost more than $50,000 a decade ago,
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11/18/2018
Over the last year battery storage options such as the Tesla PowerWall or the LG Chem have received increasing media attention. Utility rates that keep rising has only increased motivation for home and business owners to become independent from the grid.
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11/06/2018
As one of the sunniest and most progressive states in the country, California is a leader in solar panel adoption. State-wide changes are underway that are bringing solar tech further into the mainstream, making it the perfect time to consider a solar pan
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10/29/2018
The new Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program offers some great benefits to Massachusetts residents and their solar installations. As the program is relatively new, let’s review its features, how it differs from the old programs, and how i
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10/19/2018
Homeowners around the country are discovering the cost-effective, environmentally-friendly benefits of solar power for homes. Between 2006 and 2016, residential solar power installations in the United States increased by an average rate of 59% each year.
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10/18/2018
For most homeowners, reasons to install a solar system in Denver Colorado break down into personal priorities. Many people are motivated by environmental concerns. Others are driven by the idea of being more self-reliant. One thing they all have in common
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10/17/2018
Orlando has been the powerhouse of residential solar panel installations for homes in Florida but more recently installations have picked up in the Miami area.
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10/15/2018
When an installer connects your solar panels in a series, he is wiring each panel to the next. When an installer connects your solar panels in parallel, there is one wire for connecting the wires from all the positive terminals and one wire for the wires
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09/18/2018
A new website CutMyBill.com shows you which of your utility rate plans are cheapest for your power use pattern. Early results show the average household can save $17.80 per month just by swapping rate plans.
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09/12/2018
The sun shines on solar panels and creates direct current electricity. This flows into a inverter and converted into alternating current power, ready for use in your house.
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09/05/2018
Our solar savings estimator show show much solar panels will save for your home. (and averages for typical homes in each state)
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08/26/2018
A 6,000 watt (6kW) solar system produces enough energy to cover the monthly electric bill of almost half of American households.
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08/15/2018
Many homeowners looked at solar when it was more expensive are not aware of how price reductions in recent years have improved the the return on investment from solar.
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07/27/2018
That means solar power consumers can pay up to 84% less for their electricity than their neighbors
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07/13/2018
Read the latest Grape Solar reputation reviews. How to Grape solar compare to other solar panels on the market: efficiency, power output, temp coefficient and more.
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07/12/2018
The answer we’ve heard for years is to turn to renewable types of energy because fossil fuels are being depleted and a danger to the environment. Make a conscious effort to reduce their carbon footprints.
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07/02/2018
Canadian solar panels are one of the best tier 1 brands on the market. I tend to prefer them over the other leading tier one brands because they can be significantly cheaper whilst producing a similar amount of power per watt.
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06/24/2018
Despite what seems on the surface to be a chaotic time for the solar industry, for solar consumers, it might be the best time in U.S. history to install solar panels on your home, particularly given the 30% federal solar tax credit is still available for
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06/20/2018
10kW solar systems are now more common because the cost per watt of solar reduces as the size of the system increases. Find out how many panels are in a 10kW system
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06/19/2018
If I was looking for a premium solar system and cost wasn’t my primary concern, the use of SunPower modules would be my first choice. SunPower panels allow homeowners to make the most of their roofing area. They offer the comfort of extended warranties,
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06/18/2018
Although the LG solar panels have very attractive features, in the premium range of panels available on the US solar market I would suggest to stick with the soon to be US manufactured SunPower panels (currently Philippines, Mexico or China) or slightly c
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06/13/2018
Which batteries are better for home energy storage, lead-acid or lithium ion? This article answers the question.
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06/11/2018
California is definitely ahead at present with this new legislation, but it’s not likely to hold the lead position for long. Wherever you live, you can be a leader in your community by installing a solar system and reaping all the benefits of early adopti
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05/27/2018
Around the globe, more homeowners are electing to install solar power systems. Their motivation is to reduce long-term energy costs while minimizing their carbon footprint. Clean, renewable, and affordable, solar energy is clearly the energy of the future
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05/21/2018
This article explain how many solar panels a house hold will need.
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05/19/2018
How much power does a 300 watt solar panel produce?
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05/15/2018
Solar energy and how to store it have always been natural partners for homeowners interested in reducing their carbon footprint. But the idea of residential solar storage made little sense due to the cost of solar batteries vs. options to export electrici
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05/04/2018
This is another question that depends on the average amount of kWh produced by a one-kilowatt solar power system per day. Solar savings is often called an avoided cost. The initial cost of installation is pricey, but you start saving money on your electri
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05/03/2018
Most DIY projects have their pros and cons, but solar systems deliver electricity to your home and outbuildings. Very often such projects come down to cost vs. security and safety.
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04/29/2018
The only people that are capable of providing accurate solar savings estimates for homeowners in California at the moment are solar companies because they have specialist software that can help them model your electricity usage profile. However, this requ
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04/28/2018
The intensity of the sun controls the current and power output of photovoltaic solar panels. The amount of electricity produced by a solar panel can vary due to the amount of sunlight it absorbs.
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04/27/2018
Solar shingles are one of the newest ways to introduce your home to renewable energy. Solar shingles are small solar panels that replace your roof’s asphalt tiles to give your home the benefits of solar power.
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04/10/2018
With Solar-estimate.org’s calculator, you are able to put in your home’s address, roof type, and a few more details for a very specific and accurate estimate of the cost of your solar energy system. After you fill out the form, the system recommends the t
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03/27/2018
Ground and roof-mounted solar trackers are rising in popularity, but like many technologies, there are both benefits and potential drawbacks to making the switch to axis trackers. These solar solutions are currently the most advanced technology for mounti
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03/22/2018
Over the useful life of such a system, a Boston solar homeowner can expect to save a net of around $72,557. You can obtain your own live price quote from a local installer in minutes simply be keying in some basic location information and a few details re
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03/21/2018
Orange County, California, registers more than 280 sunny days a year, so you probably want to know whether solar panels are worth it in the third-largest county in California. Specifically, you want to know how much electricity savings you will realize ov
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03/14/2018
Generally speaking solar panels can only be installed on single family homes. Solar panels produce their most power output when they are installed on a tilted, south facing roof, that is unshaded
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02/27/2018
A Guide to Residential Solar Panel Installation. Things to know before you sign of the dotted line.
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02/27/2018
Part Two - A guide to residential solar panel installation
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02/21/2018
How much energy does a solar panel produce and how much does an array of solar panels produce
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11/06/2017
Case studies of savings from both buying solar panels or leasing solar panels and links to the best solar panel savings calculator.
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08/31/2017
It sounds reasonable that a solar panel with a higher efficiency should be more expensive than a system using less efficient solar panels but is it really worth paying more for panels with higher efficiency?
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08/31/2017
How to select the best type of solar panels. Thin-film, crystalline-based, poly-crystalline or mono-crystalline solar panels.
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08/31/2017
Learn more about how solar power works and find out interesting solar power facts. how does solar panels work in the rain and snow.
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08/23/2017
What is a tier 1 and tier 2 solar panel? What efficiency do I get from a solar panels. Solar panel warranties.
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08/23/2017
To get the best solar panel installation learn the requirements for solar panel installation, see reviews of your local solar installers and prices from recent solar panel installations in your area.
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08/23/2017
There are 3 types of technology utilized in the solar panels available on the market today, these are monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin film amorphous.
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04/29/2017
The choice now is not usually one of technology but a choice of reputation In comparing the reputation of different solar panel brands there are two things to consider.
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04/23/2017
Installing DIY solar panels yourself undoubtedly offers you the ability to save money but regulatory and safety issues make it much more complex than most other DIY projects.
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01/23/2017
Compares the economic benefits of zero down or free solar panels offerings against the greater savings available when a home owners buys their solar panels outright.
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12/27/2016
Learn more about different types of solar inverters and steps to choose the right one for your home.
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12/15/2016
Take advantage of local and federal solar incentives. Save thousands of dollars on your solar panel system.
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12/12/2016
Find information on solar financing and solar leasing to determine if these options are right for you.
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12/08/2016
What size will wipe out your electricity bills? Use the solar calculator to work out what your solar savings.
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08/21/2016
Choosing the right solar installers can be the difference between having a great solar experience or an awful one. Here are some tips to help.
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08/21/2016
Learn about solar license requirements that a solar installer must have in your state, county and utility level.
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08/12/2016
Learn the key differences between a normal grid connect solar power system and a stand alone system.
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08/12/2016
Learn more about the amount of solar electricity that can be produced by each kilowatt of solar installed on your home or business.
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08/12/2016
What is the difference between a grid connect solar power system and a stand alone solar power system.
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06/29/2016
Tells you what solar energy is, and how to buy the best solar energy system for your home.
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06/27/2016
Not everyone gets the best solar quotes. You need to be armed with the right information to get the best deals on solar panels. Here is the top 10 things you need to know.
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06/15/2016
How does a solar power system for your home work? The basics of installing a solar power system for home.
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04/29/2016
If you look at your utility bill you should be able to calculate the total number of kilowatt hours (kwh's) of power that you use in the period of the bill .
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04/29/2016
Solar panels usually come with a 25 year warranty but usually they are only warranted to produce at 80% of their maximum rated output after 10 years.
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04/29/2016
Explains the differences between solar panels for homes and solar panels used in other applications.
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04/26/2016
The residential solar industry in America is characterized by a very high saturation of financed solutions and the much advertised “zero down solar systems”. However, there are many that argue that a consumer if better off to purchase their solar system o
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04/08/2016
A solar generator is a compact electronic box which has three components integrated together. There is the charge controller, batteries and an inverter.
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01/22/2016
The top 10 solar states in 2017 are California, Arizona, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, Massachusetts, New York, Hawaii, Colorado, Texas.
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