Leanna Garfield
The average US home needs between 13-19 solar panels to fully offset how much electricity it uses throughout the year. This number varies based on your electricity usage, sun exposure, and the power rating of the solar panels. Use the equation below to get an estimate of how many solar p...
Going net-zero at home can provide many benefits — from less reliance on fossil fuels to much lower energy bills. Solar power is a great way to get there. A net-zero house produces the same amount of renewable energy that it uses throughout the year. To be entirely dependent on s...
Upgrading to a solar-ready electrical panel is often necessary when installing solar panels, especially in older homes. A solar-ready panel has the capacity for the additional circuits required by a solar system and can handle the extra power load safely. This upgrade can also have financial ben...
The European nation’s energy revolution has made it a leader in replacing nukes and fossil fuels with wind and solar technology.
For many homeowners,home backup power is the most compelling reason to invest in a whole-house solar generator, but it’s far from the only one. Let’s take a look. Solar Generators Are Quiet and Safe for Indoor Use Gas and dieselstandby generatorsare known for their deafening operating no...
In some off-grid situations, it may be wiser to invest in a power kit instead of buying the solar panels, power station, and the balance of system separately. Apower kitis a modular, space-saving solution for tiny homes, RVs, etc. You can find options with a wide range of capacities ...
For Foust and his husband, the opportunity to create the perfect space for themselves factored heavily into their decision to build: “While we looked at nice neighborhood homes, they lacked the open space, the stone fire and open kitchen," Foust says. "We felt interested in creating something...
Pair solar power and energy efficiency 6. Install energy-efficient windowsEnergySage Heat gain and loss through windows account for 25% to 30% of most homes' heating and cooling energy. Generally, replacing single-pane windows with double-pane products prevents heat loss. For homes in colder regi...
Find out what solar panels cost in your area in 2025 ZIP code * See solar prices 100% free to use, 100% online Access the lowest prices from installers near you Unbiased Energy Advisors ready to help Key takeaways The most efficient solar panel available for homes today is Maxeon’s 440...