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History of Solar
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What are Solar Inverters?
A solar inverter is an electrical device that converts DC, direct current, to AC, alternating current. Solar panels or Photovoltaic, PV panels, which absorbs direct current from the sun, should be fitted with these inverters which convert that type of current to AC....
How Does Solar Work?
First and foremost, what is a solar energy? To be direct to the point, it is said to be the most abundant energy in this planet. Basically, it is a kind of energy that comes from the sun and is converted to electricity. Also known as solar radiation, it enters Earth...
Is there a lot of maintenance on Solar Panels?
When making the decision to purchase and install a solar panel on your property, it is essential that you consider how long the panel is going to last. This crucial home appliance will save you a lot in utility bills for years but with the right maintenance, you will...
How long do Residential Solar Panels last?
Solar panel companies invest a lot into making sure that their products are durable. This is something that most homeowners would want to know before making the decision to purchase a solar panel and have them installed on their property. Just like any other home...
What Happens to My Solar Panels if I Move?
According to the US Census Bureau, the average person moves 11.7 times in their lifetime, so it is a good chance that you will not be in your home as long as a Solar System will last. So what are your options? There are different scenarios depending on how you made...
2019 Commercial Solar Savings for Local Businesses
Federal Tax credit In 2019, you will receive a 30% tax credit for investing in solar energy. A tax credit is a dollar for dollar reduction of the income tax you owe and can be spread over a period of time. $1 credit = $1 less you pay in taxes.Let’s say you have a...
Electric Vehicles Plus Solar Equals Big Savings
Now is the absolute best time to make the switch to solar power on your home or office and plug in an electric vehicle. There are Federal and local incentives that make it very affordable and locks you into that lower rate for the next 40 or so years! How many panels...
How Long Do Solar Panel Last?
Solar is an investment into your future, but how long of an investment? Solar cells have been commercially available since 1956 and ,historically, they did not have remarkable reliability These first solar cells were very inefficient, not reliable, and expensive....
History of Solar Energy infograph
All life on earth benefits from the power of the sun, and through history we have found ways to capture its power for our benefits and comforts. In the 7th Century BC we found a way to harness this power through a glass lens to start fire, and in some cases, use...