Latest Solar 101 articles

Just starting out in your search for solar? Look no further! We cover all the basics of what you need to know when going solar.

Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?

Minnesota’s Value of Solar tariff has come under fire by Xcel Energy. The utility is seeking changes that could lower customers’ savings.

Written by Catherine Lane

Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?
What is California’s Solar Consumer Protection Guide?

Legislation requires California solar installers to provide new customers the guide to ensure that they're making an educated decision about solar.

Written by Catherine Lane

What is California’s Solar Consumer Protection Guide?
Solar paint: The next big thing in renewable energy?

Solar paint actually refers to 3 different exciting technologies: hydrogen-producing paint, quantum dots and perovskites. We explain them all in this blog.

Written by Aditya Gautam

Solar paint: The next big thing in renewable energy?
What is a peak sun hour? What are peak sun hour numbers for your state?

One peak sun hour = 1000 W/m2 of solar irradiation. The states with the highest avg. peak sun hours are AZ, NV, NM, and CA.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

What is a peak sun hour? What are peak sun hour numbers for your state?
Solar system types compared: Grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid

Are grid-tied better than off-grid or hybrid solar systems? What are the differences? Read this article to find out what solar system system type is best for you.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Solar system types compared: Grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid
What Are The Benefits of Solar Power for Churches?

A growing number of churches, synagogues and temples are successfully going solar. Find out how and why solar benefits these houses of worship.

Written by Jagpreet Sandhu

What Are The Benefits of Solar Power for Churches?
Solar water heaters: Are they worth the cost?

Everything you need to know about solar water heaters, including how they work, and how much they can cut down your utility bill.

Written by Deana Barbaro

Solar water heaters: Are they worth the cost?
Solar panel maintenance: Everything you need to know

Solar panel maintenance is easy. We tell you what you need to do and how often to keep your solar panels in top shape.

Written by Andy Sendy

Solar panel maintenance: Everything you need to know