From shopping to generating electricity, the process of getting solar can take months. Here's what'll happen on installation day (and how to prep for it). Most people will need to find an installer to ...

Everyone's looking to reduce their carbon footprint these days, finding ways to both cut back on their regular consumption of electricity and draw power from renewable sources. When it comes to ...

Not all solar panels are created equal. There are currently three main types of panels in today’s market which includes monocrystalline, polycrystalline and thin film panels. Here are the details of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

What if your electric company paid you each month instead of the other way around? That's the reality for Doug Kalmer, a Tennessee resident who built an impressive solar setup that powers his life — ...

One California homeowner is showing how solar panels and battery storage can take a big bite out of energy bills — and make a house more climate-resilient. His system, installed in December 2019, ...

With the arrival of warm weather, an energy saving incentive funded by the State of California takes off for a second year and continues to attract interest. The California Solar Screen Rebate Program ...

Aaron Nichols got certified in solar installation a year ago when he was unsure of his career path. Now he has a marketing job for a solar company that offers flexibility and career mobility. This ...