Why a Mininum of Five Days Autonomy is Important for Solar
I am often asked why a minimum of five days autonomy is used when sizing off grid solar power systems for lighting or remote power locations is used, so I figured I’d write a..
What is Included in a Remote Solar Power System Package
Remote solar power systems provide power to areas where power doesn’t already exist or is difficult to bring out the grid. These types of systems can operate anything from a small..
We Need More Solar Canopies in Parking Lots in the South
SEPCO is located in south Florida and it is hot almost year round here. One thing that I have noticed is gaining popularity is solar canopies to provide power to businesses. The..
Stand Alone Solar Power Systems Provide Energy Security
You may not realize this, but we rely on grid power for just about everything. If the grid fails, we are left in the dark, in more ways than one. Stand alone solar power systems..
Solar Powered Network Camera Provides Security to Job Sites
A recent trend has developed in job site security: solar powered security cameras. But solar powered security cameras aren't just small ways to lessen your carbon footprint; the..
Recent Advances In Green Technology
Attempting to make the world an improved and pollution-free place to live is not a straightforward task, and there are no settled principles. This is one of the tests we confront..
Making Your Off Grid Solar Power Work Reliably
Off grid solar power provides power at night when there is not sun and uses the sun during the day to charge a battery bank. The battery bank is what the device runs on at night,..
13 Solar and Lighting Terms to Know
There are many terms in the solar and lighting industry that are not common. Below is a list of terms and their basic definitions to ensure that there isn't missing information..
23 Fun Facts about Solar Panels: All That You Need To Know
1. A solar panel is a set of photovoltaic modules, electrically connected assembly of solar cells. It is mounted on a supporting structure and can be used as a system to generate..
What the Solar Tax Credit Can Do for Your Solar Installation
Solar has come down in price a lot over the last couple of years; however, it is still out of reach for a lot of people. There are different tax credits available that can help..
Creating an Everlasting Solar Power System
Solar panels have been produced for years using a lot of the same components. Between silicon, glass and aluminum railing, there really isn’t much else to a solar panel. However,..
This Article Will Change the Way You Think About Solar Energy
Most people by now will have heard of solar energy and will have a good idea of what it is, but that doesn't mean that they necessarily know everything there is to know about it...