Plug-in solar has remained in the shadows because of a lack of safety standards and often costly requirements imposed by ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

Electricity is a crucial part of daily life. We rely on it to power appliances, and many use electricity to heat their homes and cook food. You can't even search the internet or play video games ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

All solar panels degrade over time, but expert installation and regular maintenance can prevent an early sunset on their lifespan ...

Using the sun to power homes requires cutting-edge technology, but you wouldn’t know it from the companies selling solar panels to consumers. Many rely on pushy salesmen, middlemen and drawn-out, ...

Of course, switching over to solar also requires a fair amount of planning and consideration. If you're brand-new to renewable energy for your home, this can be intimidating and it can be difficult to ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

The typical solar panel cost in California averages $14,873, but homeowners may spend between $12,622 and $17,130. Homeowners planning their solar panel budget will need to consider the size and type ...

Making the most efficient use of your new domestic solar panel installation means a deep dive into usage and storage ...