If you are like many consumers today, you are trying to be conscious about how much energy you and your family consume. Whether you’re motivated to lower your total energy costs or reduce your carbon footprint (or both), here are some steps to get started. Step 1: Know Your Numbers You can figure out how […]
If you have a solar system or are planning to install one, you’ll need to decide whether you want a backup solar battery, and if yes, which one to buy. For many solar homes today, the clear choice is the Tesla Powerwall. Here are just a few of the reasons it tops the list […]
It’s the time of year when many people hope for more sunlight (and warmer weather), but just because the sun doesn’t shine as long or the temperature outside is near or below freezing doesn’t mean your solar panels will not work. That’s just one of the misconceptions about solar panels in winter, so here is […]
If you already have a solar system or you are considering getting one installed, there are a few things you should know about basic solar panel maintenance in the winter to keep your system running efficiently and producing energy all year long. Tip: Make Sure Panels are Installed to Avoid Snow Buildup This is less […]
It’s no secret that the air in Utah can get pretty nasty, especially during the winter months. In fact, Salt Lake City ranks 8th in the nation for cities that experience the most days with short-term particle pollution, and Logan is number 11 on the same list. Unfortunately, despite some progress made toward reducing pollution, […]
Going “off the grid” with your power system and not being tied to a local power utility company has a lot of benefits. Whether your decision to go off-grid is out of necessity (building a home in a place where it’s difficult or prohibitively expensive to get power lines) or out of desire (wanting to […]
It’s easy to think about solar energy and the benefits during the summer months when the sun is shining from the early morning to late evening hours, and you see energy usage peak with appliances like your air conditioner running all the time. But winter months are actually a great time to make the switch […]
You probably know that solar energy is an environmentally friendly alternative to other common fossil fuel options such as coal, and you have heard that getting solar panels installed on your home can help save you money every month on your power bill. What many people don’t know, though, is just how much you are […]
Whether you are thinking about a solar system because you want to reduce your personal carbon footprint as an environmentally-friendly step, or you are in the market because you’re tired of paying the high (and ever-changing) rates for electricity from your local power company, solar systems have become a popular choice. The biggest question most […]
You have probably seen “wind farms” with giant turbines at the mouth of a canyon or out on the plains, and perhaps wondered if wind energy would be a better investment than solar to power your home. While both offer renewable energy for residential areas, they’re not exactly created equal. It’s important to understand the […]
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