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Residential solar panels reduce your monthly expenses by eliminating your electric bills, and they can also generate passive income to supplement your retirement savings. If you go solar now, you could spend another 20+ years in your home reaping the benefits of your investment!  Ready to find out how solar panels can make you extra…

Definition of Energy Management System An energy management system (EMS) is a comprehensive set of tools, software, and protocols that enable individuals at home and businesses to monitor, control, and optimize their energy consumption. It is a smart technology that integrates various components such as smart meters, appliances, and renewable energy sources to provide users…

If you’re looking to reduce your carbon footprint, save money, and embrace clean energy, owning an electric vehicle (EV) and harnessing the power of solar energy for your home is a brilliant combination. Not only will you be driving on sunshine, but you’ll also make a positive impact on the environment and your wallet. New…

Once you have decided that solar is the right choice for your business, the next decision is how to pay for it. Making that decision is not just about your financial bottom line. Even if your company has liquid assets to pay for a solar system in cash, that may not be the right choice.…

When you are deciding whether or not to get solar panels, you have to compare the cost of the panels with the estimated cost of electricity. Unless you are independently wealthy, the desire to go green is not enough; you have to save green, or at least break even, in order to get solar panels.…

With the cost of everything increasing, electricity is no different. Luckily, now more than ever, alternative electric options such as solar panels are cheaper than ever with plenty of incentives. New Jersey ranks 12th in consumer electricity costs in the country. And the NJ Board of Public Utilities voted to hike electricity rates in September…

Not all solar companies are the same. When you are deciding which solar company to choose, there are some questions you should ask a solar specialist. Their answers can give you the information you need to pick the best provider. Who designs and installs the solar panel array? Some companies use subcontractors for their design…

You already know that solar panels are a great way to save money on your residential electric bills. They can often produce enough electricity to keep you energy independent. You might even make enough electricity to sell it back to the grid. However, you may not realize you can get many of the same benefits…

Once you decide you want a solar system on your home or business, the next step is to pick what type of solar panels you want. At NJ Solar, we work with Panasonic panels. That is because we believe that they are the overall best solar panel available. But do not take our word for…

Are you considering getting solar? If so, you probably want to learn more about how solar panels work and their components. While users do not need to become electrical engineers, getting a basic understanding of residential or commercial solar can help you determine whether it is the right choice for your home or business. 5…

Every year, Newark, NJ Based Panasonic Corporation of North America announces winners of its 2022 Customer Appreciation awards. The Customer Appreciation Awards program has been around since 2019 and only recognizes authorized Panasonic solar installers who surpass customer expectations. On January 10, 2023, Panasonic revealed the highest performing solar installers with the best customer service…

Solar powered technology has gotten nothing but better in the past decade. Now, it’s not just solar panels, but solar chargers, solar activated devices, solar everything. And you shouldn’t miss out on the next big thing for your home. So here are 8 solar powered devices every home should use. 1) Solar Powered Charger Maybe…

One of the reasons people love solar power is because it is low maintenance. As long as you take a few regular steps to keep your solar panels in shape, they should continue producing energy for years to come. In fact, newer solar panels can maintain up to 92 percent of their efficiency even after…

Solar’s popularity is growing. If you drive around some neighborhoods, you will see solar panels on more than half of the houses in them. That is because solar is an easy way to make your home greener. It also increases your energy independence. However, many business owners wonder if solar is right for them. The…

Solar panels have often been marketed as having the ability to create and even store free, clean energy and you can sometimes be paid to have solar panels in extremely niche circumstances. However, the deeper matter is that the usage of solar panels actually helping during a power outage depends on whether or not they…

Solar panels have been growing in popularity for years now. Many began pioneering the way for their use due to their more environmentally friendly way of using and reducing electricity. However, they have spread far and wide mostly since home solar systems can help you save on your energy bills. Investing in Your Energy Perhaps…

Sustainability. It is a popular buzzword that you see everywhere. However, do you know what sustainability means? Some people think sustainability just means getting a constant source of renewable energy. However, sustainability is about more than that. It is also about reducing pollution and your carbon footprint. The overarching goal is to allow humans, nature,…

An Energy Management System (EMS) is a system designed to manage your energy usage and energy transmission. You might think of EMS systems as something limited to large commercial facilities. After all, big buildings and complexes have to manage energy across large spaces. However, even small households have some type of energy management system. Light…

What To Know About Solar Energy in the US While some of our customers are drawn to solar because of the Solar financial savings they expect to receive, other customers want solar because it is more environmentally friendly than fossil fuels. However, there is a lot of misinformation about solar, which has led some people…

There are many great reasons to get solar panels for your home. One of the best ones is that the federal government will help you pay for them. For several years, the federal government has been offering tax credits to people who install solar panels. Solar tax credits are even better than rebates, because they…

Before going to solar panels, it is important to take a realistic look at whether your house is right for solar. Some solar contractors New Jersey will tell you that every roof is right for solar. Unfortunately, that is simply not true. Some homes do not get enough sun to make rooftop solar a wise…