Solar power
All of our articles that can help you understand the benefits of running your home with solar power.
Andrew Sendy
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
Jamie Smith
September 20, 2023
Buying solar panels in Denver, Colorado: Is it worth the cost?
Are solar panels right for you in the Mile High City?
Ben Zientara
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.
Ben Zientara
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.
Andrew Sendy
July 6, 2023
Are solar panels in Florida worth it? Your expert savings guide for 2024
Get the most out of the Florida sunshine by installing solar panels to your home.
Jamie Smith
June 29, 2023
The truth about PACE financing
This program is no stranger to controversy – here’s the truth about PACE financing.
Andrew Sendy
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.
Ben Zientara
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.
Ana Almerini
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.
Cameron Bates
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.
Ana Almerini
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?
Michael Cheng
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?