SolarReviews Blog
Heide Pfeiffenberge
April 8, 2019
Top 10 pros and cons of electric cars
Costs, range, maintenance, emissions... If you're comparing electric cars to gas-powered vehicle, these are the key facts you need to know.
Ralph Baruth
April 6, 2019
3 ways to calculate solar system size for your home
A guide to sizing a solar panel system that can offset your electric bill and, when needed, provide backup power for your home.
Teddy Theil
April 5, 2019
Solar water heaters: Are they worth the cost?
Everything you need to know about solar water heaters, including how they work, and how much they can cut down your utility bill.
Teddy Theil
April 4, 2019
Tesla Solar Roof review: is it worth the hype?
A Tesla Solar Roof review including how much it costs, how to install, and how solar shingles compare to traditional solar panels.
Thi Deremer
April 3, 2019
kW vs. kWh: Watts, kilowatts, and kilowatt-hours explained
Watts and kilowatts (kW) are measures of power, or ability to do work, while kilowatt-hours (kWh) are measures of energy, which is power used over time.
Clint Quercioli
March 31, 2019
Best Electric Lawn Mowers. Cut Lawns and Costs With Battery-Powered Mowers
A guide to battery-powered and robotic lawn mowers that help you get charged for mowing, or sometimes letting them do all the work, while you enjoy some tea—or other beverages.
Jen Merithew
March 20, 2019
ecobee vs. Nest: Which is the best smart thermostat?
Both ecobee and Nest have some of the best smart thermostats on the market. But when it comes to ecobee vs. Nest, who will come out on top?
Chiquita Keil
March 18, 2019
How Mass Save can help cut your energy costs
Mass Save’s incentives and rebates can help just about everyone in Massachusetts save money on energy bills. But how do you know if you’re eligible?
Jen Merithew
March 17, 2019
Amorphous Silicon Solar Panels
Amorphous silicon (a-Si or a-Si:H) solar cells belong to the category of silicon thin-film, where one or several layers of photovoltaic material are deposited onto a substrate. Some types of thin-film solar cells have a huge potential. These technologies