Solar Energy Doesn’t Harm the Power Grid, Despite Utility Claims

Utility companies would have you believe solar energy will harm or overwhelm the power grid, while also making power too expensive for most people to afford. Power companies often claim net metering results in higher rates for regular customers, but this simply isn’t true! What the Heck Is This “Net Metering” Anyway? Net metering is […]

In 2012, solar energy experts predicted that by 2021, solar energy would cost the same or less than power from the utility companies. That equality of price between solar power and traditional electricity supplied by the grid is known as grid parity. Parity is coming sooner than you may think. In fact, we predict that […]

Off-grid solar power systems run independently of the municipal power grid and utility companies. One of the most common questions people have about photovoltaic power is whether grid-tied systems cost less than the off-grid versions, and if one is better than the other. To determine which of these options may be best for your home […]

Financing solar energy systems can be challenging if you don’t know where to look for help. If you have considered installing your own photovoltaic solar system, you may already have explored potential financing options. If so, you may find yourself a bit confused. Well, never fear, IWS is here! Here’s a quick rundown of just […]

Rooftop solar power has grown exponentially in the United States over the past several years. In fact, from 2010 to 2014, U.S. solar energy capacity grew by a whopping 418 percent! Casual observers may notice that more rooftop solar panels are popping up on both homes and businesses every day in cities and neighborhoods all […]

The sun, like a giant furnace in the sky, provides rooftop solar panel systems with the limitless fuel they need to produce power. Humans, ingenious species that we are, have developed the technology to harness this immense energy source from millions of miles away, and use it to power the world. What’s great about solar […]

Solar power isn’t just good for your bank account — it’s good for the job market, too. In fact, solar power is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. Not only has the equipment and technology become truly affordable, but consumers everywhere are saying goodbye to the municipal and private utility companies’ constant […]

If you’re considering the switch to solar, cost savings is probably one of your biggest motivations. But how do you know what your savings might be, over time? Choosing to install a solar panel system on your home or business is big decision, but one that can provide significant benefits down the road. Energy independence […]

The adoption of solar energy systems is on the rise, with over 135,000 new U.S. installations in the just the first half of 2015, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. As the number of households and businesses using photovoltaic power continues to rise, the electric utility companies are becoming increasingly concerned about lost business, […]

If you are considering a rooftop solar power system, you’re probably curious about the payback period. In other words, how long will it be before you reach the point when your system has paid for itself? Several factors affect the payback time, and the answer is different for every customer. Consider the following information to […]