In this day and age, opting for a clean, renewable source of energy seems like an easy decision. However, installing a solar power system can be an extremely stressful process. You have to consider the cost, financing, the type of panels you want, and finding the best solar installation company. Depending on where you live,…
The Dos and Don’ts of Buying a Solar System Switching to solar power plays a vital role in trying to reduce your carbon footprint and save money. However, always be wary of smooth-talking salespersons and clever advertising schemes. Because you’re making a big investment, you should know what to look for when you’re buying a…
There are currently over 1.3 million solar panels installed across the US, and this number will likely keep growing. Solar power is one of the most popular clean energy sources, especially in the Sunshine State. Because we get so many sunny days during the year, you can truly take advantage of residential solar panels if…
Only a few decades ago, the idea that we could create electricity and heat using nothing but the sunlight was just a dream. Sometime later, engineers actually thought of viable solar power systems. Still, this option was reserved only for the well off and those committed to environmental activism. But, the world started feeling the…
Lightsail 2, the First Spacecraft Powered by the Sun, Has Been Successfully Launched Reaching the stars has always been humankind’s dream. Unfortunately, even with the recent technological breakthroughs, our spacecraft still can’t carry enough fuel to travel across the galaxy and explore the space. Moreover, space launches entail burning solid rocket fuel, which is detrimental…
In recent years, more and more companies have been trying to reduce their carbon footprint and switch from non-renewable energy sources to renewable ones. Disney has always been one of those companies that focus on saving the environment as much as they can. Now, they’ve managed to push their own boundaries and create the largest…
All businesses, big or small, can benefit from installing commercial solar panels. Because electricity costs keep rising, and commercial properties usually have vast roof space, solar power systems make for a good investment. They also help reduce your carbon footprint, secure energy supplies, and increase the value of your property. Also, an increasing number of…
Until recently, six cities in California were the only places in the United States that had made solar panel installations on the roofs of all new houses mandatory. But Florida now has its own solar advocate. In 2017, the South Miami City Commission managed to approve a law that mandates solar panels for new homes.…
The reason why solar panels are so popular in Florida is that you can produce more energy for less money, than in the rest of the US. For example, a 10kW system in the US costs almost $22,000 on average, and only around $18,000 in Florida. However, it can be difficult to find a system…
The number of people switching to the Sun’s clean energy is increasing, but it’s not always easy to find the best solar installers. Even though solar panels have been around since 1839, they are still a somewhat new concept to many of us. That’s why many of us don’t know what goes into solar installation…
