Solar power

All of our articles that can help you understand the benefits of running your home with solar power.

Are residential solar panels worth it in 2024?

Teddy Theil

October 4, 2023

Are residential solar panels worth it in 2024?

Calculate if solar panels are worth it for your home based on your location, electric rates, roof type, electric use, rebates and tax credits, and the prices of local solar companies

Tested: The best solar generators of 2023

Thi Deremer

September 12, 2023

Tested: The best solar generators of 2023

We tested a dozen of the top portable solar generators on the market and uncovered the 5 best options for the varying needs of different kinds of people.

Virtual power plants: how they work and how homeowners can benefit

Thi Deremer

July 25, 2023

Virtual power plants: how they work and how homeowners can benefit

Virtual power plants are networks of connected devices that can be selectively activated and deactivated to respond to changes in power demand on the grid.

The truth about PACE financing

Essie Magierski

June 29, 2023

The truth about PACE financing

This program is no stranger to controversy – here’s the truth about PACE financing.

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

Teddy Theil

June 21, 2023

The cost of charging a Tesla—and how it compares to gas vehicles

The average cost to fully charge a Tesla at home is between $13 and $18. But, total charging costs vary with the car model, electricity prices, and the charger you use.

Solar loans: Everything you need to know

Thi Deremer

May 18, 2023

Solar loans: Everything you need to know

Solar panels are a great way to cut down on your power bills but the initial cost can be off putting. Explore the pros and cons of financing your solar system.

Illuminate your yard with the top 5 solar string lights

Heide Pfeiffenberge

September 6, 2022

Illuminate your yard with the top 5 solar string lights

Solar string lights are a great way to add ambiance to your outside space. Charged up by the sun, they can last for up to 8 hours at night.

Best solar flood lights of 2024

Chiquita Keil

August 29, 2022

Best solar flood lights of 2024

Solar flood lights are a great way to illuminate your garden, driveway, or sidewalk. Here are the best lights on the market and how to choose the right one.

Proposed plan to dim the sun: is it sci-fi or solar geoengineering?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 4, 2022

Proposed plan to dim the sun: is it sci-fi or solar geoengineering?

A plan has been proposed that will intentionally release pollution in order to thwart the threat of climate change. What will it mean for solar power generation?

Should you install fiber optic solar lights instead of solar panels?

Karisa Gilman

April 8, 2022

Should you install fiber optic solar lights instead of solar panels?

Fiber optic solar lighting uses natural sunlight to illuminate homes and cuts energy costs. Should you consider installing these instead of solar panels?