Solar Power Blog

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…

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…

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…

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…

Because the cost of solar has dropped significantly since they were introduced, some people are waiting to see if solar panel costs drop more before installing them. In this article, we will examine whether solar costs are likely to drop dramatically and if waiting to install solar panels makes sense. Initially, solar panels were mainly…

Are solar panels a smart investment for your home? Many people wonder if solar panels are the right choice for their homes. It is undeniable that solar panels, by using renewable resources, are a greener way to power your home. However, many people wonder if the environmental benefits of installing solar panels are worth the…

When people get solar, they want to know if their solar system will be able to power their whole house. Some solar companies will give you a blanket “yes” answer but the answer is really more involved than that. If you have a large enough solar system, it can power your entire home, no matter…

There are 5 key components in a home’s solar system: solar panels, an inverter, an electrical panel, the electric meter, and the sun. Here we will walk you through how each component works together to create a complete solar system. Step 1: Solar Energy is harnessed Every solar system collects energy from the sun. A…

If you are looking at solar, you are either motivated by a desire to save money or a desire to save the planet. While some people may be motivated by both, those are the two reasons that people really look into solar power for their homes or commercial buildings. However, there is a ton of…

You might have heard that going solar is good. But did you know how good it can be for you and your bank account? Let’s start with the fact that solar makes it cheaper to run your home, putting money back in your pocket for things you need. Think of solar as owning your electricity…

Will solar panels ruin your roof? Will they stop working after just a few years? Let’s separate some myths about solar power from the facts that show going solar is a great investment and to help you decide if you should make the switch. Myth: “Solar panels will ruin my roof.” Fact: Solar panel installations…

People get solar panels for two reasons. First, they want to help the environment by reducing their carbon footprint and their greenhouse gas emissions. Second, they want to save money on their electricity costs. In this article, we will explore the top tips and strategies on how to use your solar system to save the…

We all know that solar energy is becoming more affordable and that making the switch can reduce or even eliminate your electric bill. However, what many people do not realize is that solar energy is beneficial for the environment in several ways. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Global climate change is a serious problem that is already…

We have previously debunked the myth that solar is worse for the environment than using fossil fuels. While solar panels do take energy to produce, they more than offset that in terms of their production of green energy. However, solar panels are a significant financial investment. Many people want to know if that investment is…

For most of us out there Solar Power seems like a complicated concept to grasp. The notion that we can produce electrical power from sunlight is quite a cool thing but to understand how it works and the different components that make up a solar power system are something else. The inverter is probably the…

When we think of batteries, the AA penlight batteries come to mind that we use in our TV remotes or kid’s toys. Most of the time these batteries are the disposable type where we use them until they lose their charge, then throw them away. Not without environmental consequences though. Then there’s the rechargeable type…

It’s a question on many residential homeowner’s minds. How does one approach this dilemma with the myriad of technical jargon and information overkill? Not so long ago solar power was reserved for remote locations where there was no electricity or if you want to get remote, satellites in outer space! However, a lot has changed…