Solar panels come in all shapes and sizes. They can range from small, 1.1w portable modules to much larger 500W, 72-cell panels for commercial solar arrays. Small solar panels are particularly beneficial for digital nomads who are constantly on the move and only require small amounts of power to recharge their essential electronic devices. Currently, there are … Read more
The UV index was standardized in 1994 by the National Weather Service (NWS) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). What is the UV index? The UV index is an open-ended linear scale that assists people in making informed decisions with regards to planning outdoor activities based on the intensity of the UV radiation on … Read more
Solar Energy Potential in Los Angeles, California 0% of Los Angeles gets 75% of the annual sun Homes in Los Angeles Are Solar Viable Only 2.6% of Homes Have Solar Installations Rooftop Solar Capacity Distribution in Los Angeles Below we outline how many homes are capable of handling different sized solar systems: 0 ~ 5 … Read more
Solar batteries combined with a solar charger are the best options to store your solar energy production and use it at any time through an inverter. They are durable, but after a few years they will reach the end of their life and you might ask yourself: are solar batteries recyclable? Yes, they are. However, … Read more
With the continued development of renewable energies in 2025, battery storage for domestic use is expanding at a rapid rate. Two battery technologies continue to vie for dominance in this arena: lead-acid vs. lithium-ion. These battery chemistries are commonly used for different applications. Lead-acid batteries have been around for over a century and are widely … Read more
What are the best Tesla Powerwall alternatives? In 2015, Tesla paved the way for energy self-consumption with their Powerwall — the first home energy storage system (ESS). A plug-and-play solution that stores the energy produced by solar panels into rechargeable lithium batteries that you can use at any time in your home. But Tesla is … Read more
Have you always wanted to build a DIY solar generator? Now may be the best time to do it. As of 2025, solar energy is the cheapest and most abundant energy source. One of its primary features is its scalability — from the smallest solar panel for domestic use to large solar fields that can power a … Read more
Believe it or not, there are quite a few types of solar energy. Yes, you read that right! Generally, when you think about solar energy, the mind is usually drawn toward the thought of photovoltaic panels. However, there is more to solar energy than just photovoltaics. This article aims to cover all these types and spread … Read more
Solar panels for campervans are becoming more popular than ever, as crowds of adventurers seek sustainable solutions to power their RVs and vans on long-distance road trips. In light of the covid-19 pandemic, van life road trips allow you to get off the beaten (crowded) path and discover untouched natural wonders, reconnect with friends and … Read more
A workspace needs at least 8,000 to 10,000 lumens to be sufficiently lit and in my opinion, LED garage lights are the best technology out there to do this. A poorly lit garage is not only difficult to work in, but it can also become a potentially serious health hazard. The best LED garage lighting can … Read more
How do solar panels work — what is the step-by-step process? The science of solar energy can be perplexing to some. How exactly do solar photovoltaic (PV) panels magically transform ordinary sunlight into usable electricity? Well, when you dig a little deeper and dissect the panel (quite literally), you’ll find that it all starts to … Read more
Water is life, and solar water pumping may be a way to harness that life in the future! According to WWF, only 3% of the world’s water is freshwater, and 2/3 of that is frozen into glaciers, making it a critical natural resource with a high risk of scarcity in the coming years. Currently, 1.1 … Read more