Since 2015, Tesla Energy — a subsidiary of Tesla Inc. — has been developing and installing solar panels in the U.S. However, the solar panels that Tesla uses remain a mystery to many. In this article, we shed some light on the matter by discussing the technology behind Tesla’s solar panels and detailing where they’re … Read more
AC units are costly to run, which is why many people are turning to solar panels to offset this considerable expense. If you’re one of the 85% of American households that own an AC, it’s worth knowing this appliance accounts for 16% of your electricity bill. From 2021 to 2022, the price of electricity increased by 15%. Because of … Read more
10kW solar systems are becoming increasingly popular throughout the U.S. These systems are perfect for households with a slightly above-average amount of electricity. This raises the question, how much does a 10kW solar system cost? Sure, you can spend your precious free time figuring out a rough estimate by gathering multiple solar quotes, but the … Read more
Solar lights are becoming a staple in many people’s homes. Their ability to harness free energy (sunlight) through their solar panels makes them a handy addition to any outside area. But the question remains, do solar lights need direct sunlight to function correctly? The answer is more complex than you may think. We explore this … Read more
When planning your first solar energy setup, the first question you may ask yourself is, “how much energy does one solar panel produce?”. The answer to this question isn’t as straightforward as it may seem, but it is highly relevant. Why? Because you need to know how much energy your solar panel (or array) produces … Read more
Are you looking to install solar panels on your property? Then determining the most optimal direction for your solar panel array is an absolute must! Doing so will help maximize your solar electricity production. The best solar panels only convert about 22% of solar energy into electricity — this is why solar energy is all … Read more
It’s 6 am on a Sunday morning. You’re lying in bed, half-asleep, but you just can’t wait to kick off your day by getting stuck into some solar panel cleaning. Sound familiar? We didn’t think so. Let’s be honest, the idea of cleaning solar panels isn’t exactly exciting, but they are a long-term investment. As … 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
The thought of including a 1 kW solar panel in your solar array must have crossed your mind more than once this year (we know it has for us). After all, we know how valuable the installation of solar panels is to your household and the planet. Would it then not make sense to go … Read more
You can continuously harvest, store, and use the sun’s energy by setting up a solar system. This natural source of energy helps us reconnect with nature and limits our impact on the ecosystem – green technology for the win! Thanks to various technical advancements, this idealistic dream is now accessible to all of us with … Read more