As winter blankets most of us in snow, many potential solar power users wonder: Can solar panels work in the winter? The short answer is yes, they can! In fact, solar energy systems are designed to harness the sun’s rays year-round, even in the coldest …
Everyone knows about solar panels, whether this is because you utilize them yourself or you have simply seen them around or even just heard about them on the news or in other media. No matter your level of understanding, you know that somehow those panels …
Solar panels are a great source of green energy and a wonderful way to provide an efficient and renewable source of electricity for your home or business. As time continues to march onward, more and more people are installing solar panels and utilizing the powerful …
Are you interested in installing solar panels in your home? You’ve likely experienced how exhausting paying for energy bills can be and may not want any part in energy sources that pollute the environment. Kudos! Solar panels are for you if you prefer an energy …
Setting up a solar panel for an inexhaustible energy system is a big step towards success. But how do we make it effective and fruitful? Here are some answers to frequently asked questions that will help you get started. Are solar panels going to benefit …
Solar energy is the enormous amount of energy that is received from the sun. All the forms of energy we know and use, mostly electricity or electrical energy, are converted from another form; for instance, hydropower comes from the energy of water when it flows, …
What does this mean for your solar panels once the temperatures drop? Stay with us as we answer all your questions about how a solar panel installation performs during the winter. Do Solar Panels Work in Snow? Yes solar panels work in winter weather, but …
Homeowners across Canada are turning toward solar energy. A common question we get is asking how long your new solar panels will last. The average lifespan of solar panels is 25 years. However, this doesn’t mean the panels on your roof will stop producing electricity …
It's the most wonderful time of the year! However, the beautiful Christmas season can often bring unexpectedly high energy bills come January. There are a few ways to keep your energy bill down this Christmas season! Turn the thermostat down and skip the fireplace Remember …
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE INSTALLING SOLAR PANELS ON YOUR HOME Outfitting your home with solar panels is the first step to a lifetime of sustainable energy. But in order to make the most of your sunshine-sourced electricity, you’ll need to figure out …
You've decided to make the switch into solar energy! Congrats. Now comes the tricky part of choosing the right panels.There are many brands and models to choose from but a few factors to keep in mind, other than cost. A solar panel system is a long …
The consumption of non-renewable sources like oil, gas and coal is increasing at an alarming rate. There just isn't enough available to match the amount that we use. It's time to look at some other renewable sources of energy! Solar power to the rescue. Although many …
Solar panels absorb energy from one of the most powerful and free forces - the sun. The panels absorb the light and convert it into electricity. There are two types of solar panels, photovoltaic panels that produce electricity and solar thermal panels that can be …
Solar battery chargers are an off-grid investment. Solar batter chargers make it possible to stop relying on big power companies that rack up your bills each month and to start relying more on the natural sunlight for free! Solar power provides an unlimited amount of …
By now you have a solid understanding of what a solar panel is and how it is going to benefit your life. You may have driven past solar panels on roofs, against walls, or propped up in fields! There are many different types of solar …
There is a lot of talk about increasing solar panel efficiency, but what does this mean? Is waiting for more efficient modules worth holding back on converting your home? How does a solar panel work? If you look at a solar panel you will see …
Solar Power systems designed for ease of installation and safety also the envy of off grid families. All wired and CSA certified these packages also connect to the home electrical panel. Let’s look at the all the components. Solar Charge Controller Off grid systems use …
EFFICIENT USE OF SOLAR PANELS Now you have your solar panels lets get the highest efficiency out of them. Survey your location and locate the optimum location. What do you need to know? SOLAR PANELS WILL PRODUCE MOST EFFICIENCY WHEN POINTED WITHIN 20 DEGREES OF …
Like the sunrise in the morning, the voltages rise also in a solar panel. Charging requires the solar voltage to be only slightly higher than the battery bank. Reaching enough potential takes at least a couple hours when the sun is low on the horizon. …
Is it really a good price? Often I get a call from bewildered clients, they had bought a bit of everything on special. A mix of solar panels, charge controllers, and inverters, all that they found trying to save costs. Saving cost on solar panels …