Community solar power projects offer a viable interim solution to those for whom solar power remains inaccessible. Despite the availability of federal and state tax credits and incentives, many people find it difficult to afford their own PV systems. Still others can’t install a system because their rooftops are shaded or otherwise unsuitable for solar […]
The PV solar power industry and online music service Napster have a lot in common: Both took on a sacred cow and changed our world in a profound way. Industry experts have observed that recent changes in the music recording industry are amazingly similar to the inevitable changes that utility companies face, thanks to the […]
Solar energy solutions are no longer economically out of reach; in fact, this newly affordable technology is quickly gaining popularity among the middle class. The falling photovoltaic panel and equipment prices and the availability of federal and state incentives and rebates means a surprising number of U.S. residents now can afford to make the move […]
Grid parity — or the point at which photovoltaic solar power costs are the same or lower than the costs of traditional energy — is the goal of every solar power system owner. This goal is entirely reachable now. In fact, recent research suggests that solar power is now the cheapest form of energy. Dramatic […]
As the cost of photovoltaic or PV solar power has plunged over the last few years, municipal and private power utility companies have watched their customer base begin a steady decline. According to many sources, grid parity — the point at which solar energy costs are less than or equal to those of grid electricity […]
The single most effective way to reduce your electric bill is to adopt an alternative energy generating system. Today, solar is the most effective and affordable means to achieve this end. Even when your solar power system remains tied to the traditional power grid, using the sun’s energy is certain to reduce your electric bills. […]
Net metering for alternative energy customers is not new; however, it can be confusing for those customers considering adopting solar power. Solar energy systems inevitably result in reduced (or eliminated) electric bills, but this isn’t just because the sun’s energy is free. It’s also due in part to a process called net metering. So, how […]
Many of the specific terms used to explain on-grid solar energy may seem complicated and confusing, so to help make solar energy a bit more understandable for everyone, we offer this brief explanation of some of the most widely used industry terminology. Grid-Tied versus Off-Grid Systems An off-grid solar system is one that has no […]
If you’ve wondered when the best time to invest in solar energy is, it’s now. With prices for photovoltaic panel systems at historically low levels, many people have begun to seriously consider adding solar energy to their homes and businesses. While photovoltaic panel costs may continue to decrease over the next few years, a key […]
Photovoltaic solar energy, despite its increasing level of popularity, remains a bit of a mystery to many people. This is especially true with regard to the science of transforming the sun’s energy to usable electric power. In this version of our ongoing Solar Glossary, we explain the fascinating phenomenon of solar insolation. To understand this […]
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