News Category: Solar efficiency
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Solar panels kWh calculator shows you how manly solar panels you will need to power your home and how much they will cost
April 01, 2020
Great calculator shows how many panels you need to eliminate your utility bill as well as the best deals available from solar companies your area.
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Best solar panel angle: How do you find it — and does it matter?
October 03, 2019
How is the best solar panel angle affected by latitude and the seasons? What if you're stuck with a roof that's too shallow or too steep? We take a look.
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Bifacial solar panels: Innovative, eye-catching, and best of all, more efficient
September 08, 2019
There’s a lot of hype for bifacial solar technology among solar industry experts. What’s all the buzz about? Find out here.
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Improve the solar panel efficiency of your home solar system (2020 guide)
June 22, 2019
Follow these steps to when installing and operating your solar panel system for maximum efficiency, output and power bill savings.
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High electric bill? Here’s why, and what to do about it
June 05, 2019
Simple ways to bring down your high electric bill payments, from finding mistakes on bills to ways to reduce energy use.
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A guide to understanding when and how to clean rooftop solar panels
May 18, 2019
Solar panels are made to last for decades, passively absorbing sunlight and converting it into electricity. Thankfully they usually don’t need too much maintenance, including washing, but sometimes they do. How often depends on a number of factors, r...
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Do Energy Star appliances really save money?
May 16, 2019
Should you pay extra to buy electronics that are Energy Star-certified? We explain the deal with the blue logos - and whether they're worth the extra cash.
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Solar guide: How to find energy efficiency rebates available in your city and finance your solar panel installation
May 14, 2019
Don't let the upfront cost of solar scare you: there are lots of incentives, rebates & financing options available if you know where to look.
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Do energy efficiency light bulbs really save money?
May 10, 2019
The world is switching over to energy efficient bulbs. But LED and CFL bulbs really save money? And which types are best for different types of home use?
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New Jersey SRECs Have Changed, but You Can Still Get Paid a lot for Going Solar
April 18, 2019
We explain the benefits of New Jersey’s SREC program and let homeowners know how to take advantage of the incentives for going solar in NJ.
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Get Ready for Changes in the 30% Solar Tax Credit—It’s Dropping
April 13, 2019
Big changes are coming to the popular 30% Investment Tax Credit at the end of 2019, and we talk with industry insiders to learn what this means for you.
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What is a solar panel car — and should I get one?
April 11, 2019
Cars with solar roofs are currently available and cars covered with solar panel (cells) are coming soon. Here’s what you need to know.
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