Across the globe, commercial and residential areas have begun transitioning to greener energy solutions. If you’re thinking about making the eco-friendly switch, outfitting your home with a solar ...

Kicking your utility to the curb sounds like a great deal, but it's more difficult than it sounds. Here's what it takes to go off the grid with solar panels. CNET contributor Eric Mack knows all too ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Not everyone is on the solar power bandwagon just yet. The overall driving question is: Is it worth the cost? One YouTuber, The Old Jarhead (@TheOldJarhead), said: "I am my own power company." But ...

Real energy independence can be tricky to accomplish, but during the past few years, I've accumulated some insights that aren't so obvious. The main misconceptions about life off-grid are that it's a ...

This video breaks down how to size battery storage for an off grid solar array. It focuses on daily usage, backup days, and ...

WHO estimates nearly 1 billion people served by health facilities lacking reliable power supply Off-grid solar can power facilities far from electricity grids, and back up urban hospitals IKEA ...

A viral YouTube video from a Tennessee-based off-grid couple is drawing attention for its rare honesty about what it's actually like to live with solar power long-term. After 15 months running a 4,800 ...

Residential solar installers have been busy since July putting panels on roofs before federal tax credits expire at the end of 2025. Local programs and tax breaks are already buoying sales into the ...

The Apollo system from Solaflect Energy uses a suspension-bridge-style cabling design to cut weight while maximizing strength. With California’s high electricity prices and solar-friendly climate, the ...

Off-grid solar systems generate and store power wherever the sun shines, making them a great green update to your home. Today, lots of one-stop-shop companies offer all the equipment, warranties and ...