The Future is Bright

In the coming years, technology improvements will ensure that solar becomes even cheaper. It could well be that by 2030, solar will have become the most important source of energy for electricity production in a large part of the world. This will also have a positive impact on the environment and climate change. Solar energy has come a long way in a decade. Back in 2010...
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Top 5 benefits of solar energy

There are many advantages to installing solar panels that range from monetary to environmental benefits.  The best part is that you can save money every month on your electric bill while helping reduce the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.  Reason #1 to go solar: You can save and earn money with solar One of the most popular reasons to install solar panels is the amo...
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How Do Solar Panels Work?

Have you ever wondered how solar panels actually work to provide energy for your home? Here is a breakdown of exactly what happens when you install solar panels or lease new solar panels and start lowering your energy costs. Step 1: The Sun Provides Energy First, let’s talk about how electricity is traditionally made in order to answer the question “how do solar panels w...
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Solar Shingles

The most basic definition of a photovoltaic solar shingle is a solar panel that is configured as a roof shingle that is integrated into a conventional asphalt type shingle roof. Recent advances in the efficiency of solar shingles or tiles have also led to the development of solar shingles that will integrate into shake, concrete, tile and slate roofs as well. They look a lot l...
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Thin Film Solar Panels

You may have heard of thin film types of solar panels. They are a newer type of solar panel and less frequently used for homes. But they are growing in popularity. The thin film panel gets its name from how it’s produced. Layers of semiconductor materials (silicon, cadium telluride, and copper indium gallium selenide) are rolled out as a film on a surface. Thin film sola...
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