What’s a Solar Sun Hour and Why Does It Matter?
Whether you are working on an off-grid solar system or a grid-tied solar system, understanding sun hours allows you to understand more about how the system sizing is performed...
How Solar Panels Survive in Hurricanes
During natural disasters like hurricanes, you may find yourself second-guessing the durability of your outdoor equipment, from sheds to solar panels. But just how durable are..
Solar Lighting Retrofits: Replacing Existing Grid Lights
Our sales specialists are constantly requested to replace traditional grid-tied lights with off-grid solar-powered lighting systems by potential customers. This would entail..
How long does it take for solar lights to pay for themselves
According to the EIA, over 219 billion kWh of electricity is used for lighting every year. Assuming 14 cents per kWh, this is the equivalent of 30.66 billion dollars a year...
Questions to Ask Before Installing Commercial Solar Lighting
Solar lighting is an excellent choice for all kinds of different businesses. You can reduce your overhead, all while reducing your carbon footprint - and potentially qualify for..
What Are The Benefits Of Installing Solar Bollards?
With technological developments on the rise, the increased popularity and advancements of solar bollards are a milestone. The lights use highly efficient solar energy and offer..
Benefits of Choosing Solar Lighting
Solar lighting systems provide security and illumination in needed areas when grid power is unattainable or costly to bring to a site. It is also great in applications where a..
Tips for A Successful Outdoor Solar Lighting Installation
With the recent trends to go green, there are more and more government and institution outdoor solar lighting installations being undertaken. How do you know if you've got..
Solar Tax Incentives May Not Expire In 2019 But Is The End Of 30%
The Business Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is not ending, but 2019 is the end of the 30% benefit and will begin to reduce after this year. What does this mean for people..
How Solar Lighting Improves Security after Natural Disasters
With the increase of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and blizzards, off grid solar lighting systems can improve the security of an area since the lights do not..
Performance and Maintenance of Solar Panels in Cold Climates
Right now, one of the most significant trends in the energy sector is solar power. It is not only an excellent source of energy for homes or businesses but is sustainable and..
Location Location Location: Why Shading is Bad for Solar Systems
Shade is a wonderful thing, especially in the summer down here in the south; however, it is bad for off-grid solar power and solar lighting applications. This is because shading..