by admin | Nov 10, 2016 | Blog, Solar Energy News
A microgrid is essentially a localized electricity grid that draws energy from nearby power sources like solar, wind, and geothermal. Although these microgrids are often connected to the larger utility network, they can also disconnect and operate autonomously. Anyone...
by admin | Nov 9, 2016 | Blog, Solar Energy News
We’ve talked extensively about community solar gardens in the past. Instead of financing and installing a photovoltaic (PV) installation on your own property, you can buy into a “shared” solar PV system installed somewhere else. Basically, anyone in the community can...
by admin | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog, Solar Technology News
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels have been around since the 1950s. And with each passing year, efficiency rates continue to improve – while costs continue to decline. That’s good for everyone. The more affordable and powerful solar technology becomes, the less reliant...
by admin | Nov 7, 2016 | Blog
Solar net metering is a powerful green incentive that allows photovoltaic (PV) customers to sell excess solar electricity into the grid – usually at full retail rates. Available in most states, these net metering programs have helped jumpstart the solar industry and...
by admin | Nov 4, 2016 | Blog
Earlier this week, we covered a developing story in Florida. State utilities are desperately trying to pass a new amendment that would make it harder for area residents to go solar affordably. And this trend isn’t limited to the Sunshine State. All over the country,...