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Changes to Louisiana's net metering: why you should care

The Louisiana Public Service Commission’s recent vote to change net metering could cause other states to ditch their solar policies, as well.

Written by Catherine Lane

Changes to Louisiana's net metering: why you should care
Solar paint: The next big thing in renewable energy?

Solar paint actually refers to 3 different exciting technologies: hydrogen-producing paint, quantum dots and perovskites. We explain them all in this blog.

Written by Aditya Gautam

Solar paint: The next big thing in renewable energy?
What is a peak sun hour? What are peak sun hour numbers for your state?

One peak sun hour = 1000 W/m2 of solar irradiation. The states with the highest avg. peak sun hours are AZ, NV, NM, and CA.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

What is a peak sun hour? What are peak sun hour numbers for your state?
Solar system types compared: Grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid

Are grid-tied better than off-grid or hybrid solar systems? What are the differences? Read this article to find out what solar system system type is best for you.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Solar system types compared: Grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid
What are the benefits of solar power for churches?

A growing number of churches, synagogues and temples are successfully going solar. Find out how and why solar benefits these houses of worship.

Written by Jagpreet Sandhu

What are the benefits of solar power for churches?
Are solar panels worth it in South Carolina?

A guide to going solar in South Carolina, including how much rooftop solar customers can expect to pay and how soon they’ll start seeing savings.

Written by Chris Meehan

Are solar panels worth it in South Carolina?
Non-renewable energy resources

What are the advantages and disadvantages of non-renewable resources of energy such as oil, petroleum, natural gas and coal?

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Non-renewable energy resources
Solar panels for apartments & renters: your options

Live in an apartment or rental home? Worry not, you can still go solar! Use one of these easy methods to harness clean solar power and save money in the process.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Solar panels for apartments & renters: your options