When golf ball-sized hail started hammering Texas last spring, solar panels across the state faced their ultimate test. The verdict? Most panels emerged unscathed, proving that today's solar ...

Even though going solar is one of the best ways to drastically reduce energy bills and promote healthier air quality, misinformation can prevent homeowners from taking the leap to enjoy these benefits ...

Solar power is already one of the fastest growing sources of electricity on the planet, yet scientists say it is still only ...

Solar skeptics have long warned that panels would fade fast, leaving homeowners with expensive glass and little power. Three ...

Solar panels let homeowners cut energy bills while generating clean power for their homes. They fit seamlessly with modern home design, so going green doesn't mean sacrificing style or comfort. Data ...

It sounds like magic: Capturing energy from the sun and converting it into electricity to run your toaster. It's science, not magic, though. Solar panels use a curious bit of science called the ...

Solar panels usually come with a 25-year warranty, but they can last 50 years or longer, if you treat them right. Solar panels are expensive, even after a tax credit. But the good news is that they ...

Greenhouses are an increasingly large slice of American agriculture. There are plenty of advantages to growing crops in greenhouses, but one downside is the energy needed to, most importantly, keep ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

Volt Modern Roofing and Solar specializes in commercial and residential solar installations. It offers products from Enphase Energy, Qcells and SunPower. Its service area extends across Rocklin, ...

Solar panels continue to generate power effectively during winter months. Cold temperatures actually improve their efficiency. Snowfall does not always halt production. Light snow allows sunlight to ...

Kimberly Dawn Neumann is a multi-published NYC-based writer whose work has appeared in myriad publications ranging from Forbes to Real Simple to Cosmopolitan. She’s written hundreds of articles as ...