Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

Switching your fossil fuels out for solar is a great way to efficiently power your energy needs. Solar panels, also known as photovoltaic (PV) panels, harness the photons in sunlight through their ...

Solar panels and snow are often framed as natural enemies, but the physics of how panels generate electricity tells a more nuanced story. In cold, bright conditions, modern photovoltaic systems can ...

Liz Zack is an experienced DIYer obsessed with anything and everything home. To the dismay of the rest of her family, something is always under renovation or construction in her house, but it's ok, ...

Minnesota winters are long, cold and dark, which don’t sound optimal when it comes to saving money on a power bill. But industry experts agree that even with shorter days, solar power could still be a ...

Whenever the sun shines on his Sifton-area home, Daryl Travis has many reasons to feel great. Cheerful weather is just the start of it. With two complementary solar-energy systems positioned on his ...

Solar is no longer just a way to trim your utility bill; for many homeowners it is a serious contender to keep the lights on ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

REC and Maxeon offer two of the best solar panels that CNET experts have evaluated. Both brands offer highly efficient solar panels backed with strong production guarantees over 25 years. Maxeon ...

Blackouts happen. They can be a minor inconvenience, a serious health concern or something in between, but most people would rather avoid them, especially if they're unprepared. The rise in rooftop ...

Solar panels keep generating electricity throughout winter – but how much can you realistically expect in the UK?

The assumption may be that solar panels won't be as effective in the winter due to the decrease in sunlight and the snow that lands atop them. Also, let's be honest, most technology isn't known for ...