Want to learn more about solar energy but don’t know where to start? We compiled some of our best blogs to help you get started. Getting Started with Solar Check out these articles to learn more about how solar energy works, the benefits of going solar, and how to plan for the transition. Four Reasons Why You Should Consider Backup Power | 3 minutes How Much Does a Solar Panel System Cost? | 5 minutes How Solar Panel Systems Work | 3 minutes How to Get Started with Solar: Planning Your Home’s Solar Energy System | 7 minutes How to Prepare for a Home Solar System | 10 minutes Solar School Glos ..read more

When Hurricane Hugo hit the island of Puerto Rico in 1989, Homar and his family were amongst those affected. They were left without electricity for four months, and without drinking water for six months. This experience left a big impression on young Homar. In school, he would often ask why no technology was available to make the island of Puerto Rico stormproof. Homar eventually went off to college at Colegio de Mayaguez where he joined a solar-powered car club and his curiosity for solar power was reignited. When Homar graduated as an electrical engineer and moved into his own apartment, he ..read more

As clean energy transitions continue to gain traction worldwide, solar power will play an increasingly crucial role in achieving a sustainable and greener future. Especially with the rapid rise of worldwide clean energy initiatives and net zero goals, solar power has witnessed an impressive growth within the recent years, yet the last year alone. In this blog, we compiled the latest facts about solar energy from 2022. These facts highlight impressive statistics from some of the biggest solar energy-generating countries. Embark on your clean energy journey with our integrated home energy manag ..read more

In today’s rapidly changing world, solar power continues to emerge as a key energy source. As our electricity consumption has surged to an all-time high worldwide, we continue to deal with the escalating challenges of climate change caused by global warming (Ember, 2023). Traditional energy sources, once seen as dependable, are now revealing their limitations and environmental drawbacks. Renewable energy sources are growing to meet the majority of demand growth, creating an urgency for sustainable, eco-friendly energy alternatives. In this blog post, we will explore why solar energy has risen ..read more

In 2005, global solar photovoltaic capacity was around five gigawatts. In 2021, it grew to 940 gigawatts. For many, solar energy is an emerging technology of the last few decades. However, for some, solar energy has been around for much longer. Luke Christy is one of those people familiar with solar energy before it became mainstream, and we were fortunate enough to interview him to learn about his journey as a solar installer. “Some of my earliest memories of interfacing with solar were having to help my dad create a solar power system for our house because, up until that time in the mid-80s ..read more

Editor’s Note: This blog is based on a webinar of the same title, hosted by Greentech Renewables and Schneider Electric on July 27, 2023 . It’s no secret that NEM 3.0 has changed the landscape of residential solar in California. Experts suggest pairing solar with storage systems, but is that enough? As an installer, how can you make the best financial case under NEM 3.0? A Brief History of NEM in California Net Energy Metering (NEM) 3.0 in California made headlines this year, but let’s look back and see the brief history of NEM in California. Pioneered in the early 80s in Arizona and Idaho, NE ..read more

Having founded the business in 2016, Kyle Bronstein owns and operates Florida Renewable Energy Services (FRES) with over 11 years of experience in the solar energy industry. Working as an installer of solar technologies has been a natural fit for Kyle. He has always loved tinkering, and is a self-declared tech nerd, constantly researching and exploring the latest technology.  When asked why he got into the solar industry, Kyle stated: “I thought it was like magic that you could just put these little rectangles out on your roof or in your yard and you could just create electricity.” Solar ..read more

Solar inverters play a crucial role in your home’s solar energy system. Their primary function is to convert the direct current (DC) generated by your solar panels into alternating current (AC) utilized for your household’s energy needs. Without a solar inverter, the energy produced by the solar panels would not be usable. Since most residential buildings rely on AC energy rather than DC, solar inverters are indispensable for an effective energy system. It is important to choose the right inverter that suits your requirements, considering factors such as your home’s size, energy consumption, d ..read more

Want to learn more about solar energy but don’t know where to start? We compiled some of our best blogs to help you get started. Getting Started with Solar Check out these articles to learn more about how solar energy works, the benefits of going solar, and how to plan for the transition. Four Reasons Why You Should Consider Backup Power | 3 minutes How Much Does a Solar Panel System Cost? | 5 minutes How Solar Panel Systems Work | 3 minutes How to Get Started with Solar: Planning Your Home’s Solar Energy System | 7 minutes How to Prepare for a Home Solar System | 10 minutes Solar School Glos ..read more

Take advantage of solar power. Interested in learning more about solar power? Take a look at a compilation of solar facts we’ve discovered below: According to EnergySage, the average home can save between $20,000 and $97,000 over the lifetime of your solar panel system. According to Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the market certainty provided by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) through its long-term tax incentives and manufacturing provisions contributes an expected 40% boost in solar deployment for the next five years. According to SEIA, over 80% of a typical PV panel by w ..read more