Solar panels
Solar panels generate electricity to power your home. Our solar panel resources tell you everything you need to know about installing solar panels.
Catherine Lane
December 1, 2022
Do solar panels really save you money?
Solar panels can potentially eliminate your entire electricity bill. Learn more about how solar saves money and if it’s right for you!
Catherine Lane
November 28, 2022
2022 Expert review of Solarever USA solar panels
Review of Mexican solar panel manufacturer Solarever’s residential solar products.
Joe Roberts
November 16, 2022
Are solar panels a good investment for you?
Want to go solar and save money on your utilities? Read our guide to learn if solar panels are a good investment for you.
Joe Roberts
November 7, 2022
Can solar panels power a whole house?
Wondering if solar panels can keep up with your energy consumption and eliminate your electric bill? Read our guide to find out.
Catherine Lane
October 25, 2022
Going solar in North Carolina: net metering, incentives, and battery storage
North Carolina homeowners can save thousands of dollars by installing solar panels thanks to the state’s net metering policy.
Ben Zientara
October 11, 2022
How the U.S. electrical grid works
Every time you flip a switch or press a power button, the electrical grid reacts. Find out how and why here.
Ben Zientara
September 15, 2022
SunPower monitoring system review and comparison
If you’re considering going solar with SunPower, read this to learn how their solar monitoring solution stacks up against the competition.
Ana Almerini
September 8, 2022
Greenwashing: what it is and how to spot it
Greenwashing is a disingenuous form of marketing that companies engage in to deceive consumers into thinking that the company is more sustainable than it actually is.
Ben Zientara
August 16, 2022
Pink Energy files lawsuit against Generac, says faulty equipment led to millions in damages
In August 2022, Pink Energy (aka Power Home Solar) filed suit against Generac Power Systems. Here’s a rundown of the claims and evidence.
Zeeshan Hyder
August 5, 2022
All about Solar Roadways: the promise versus the reality
We were promised cost-effective smart roads that could light up, melt snow, and produce immense amounts of solar power. Was it all too good to be true?
Ben Zientara
August 3, 2022
How many solar panels are needed for a 2,000-square-foot home?
To make the average amount of energy used by a home in America, a 2,000 sq. ft. home would need between 16 and 21 solar panels.
Ana Almerini
July 5, 2022
Why is biodiversity important?
Biodiversity is necessary for our existence by protecting our communities from storms, our food supply, and our economy in general. Learn why it's important today.