Is My Enphase Gateway Connected By WiFi or Cellular?
As a solar energy system owner, keeping track of your energy production and system performance is crucial. The Enphase Gateway, […]
Good News for SunPower Owners with Microinverters
If you are a former SunPower customer, you know by now that they declared bankruptcy, as we announced last month. Many
Tesla Powerwall 3 | A Great Battery Backup Option
As a solar contractor, I’m excited to offer the Tesla Powerwall 3 as part of our lineup for energy storage
Why You Shouldn’t Hire an Out-of-Town Solar Company
Choosing the right solar installer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when going solar. While the promise
Solar Panels Aren’t Just For Rich People
Obviously, it would be nice to be able to stroke a check for the purchase of solar panels. And there
How Air Conditioning Temperature Setting Affects Electrical Usage
For those of you who didn’t see my article on my recent epic vacation, I had the very rare opportunity
Is Pentair IntelliConnect Compatible With Solar Pool Heating Systems?
The Pentair IntelliConnect pool automation system seeks to automate pools and put controls in your hands with a smartphone, all
SunPower Is Bankrupt – Another One Bites The Dust
About six months ago. ADT Solar exited the solar energy installation business, and now the former behemoth, SunPower, has declared
Analyzing Reports of Solar Energy Reduction and Net Energy Shortfalls
As summer kicks in, our phones ring with calls from clients worried about rising electric bills. Often, these concerns stem
Is Enphase Really Worth It?
If you’re in the market for a photovoltaic (PV) system, you’ve likely heard of Enphase. It’s a popular choice in
Solar Energy Advice from Henry David Thoreau
Tubing with my wife, niece, and nephew on the Battenkill River in Arlington, VT. Recently, I took a month-long vacation
Solar Leasing – A Bad Idea For Florida
Why Solar Leasing is a Bad Idea in Florida: Exploring Better Financing Options In recent years, solar energy has become
Determining Solar Battery Backup Capacity Using Statistical Data
When designing an off-grid solar energy system, one of the key considerations is determining the appropriate battery capacity. Battery storage
Enphase Batteries Completely Off-Grid With Solar Energy Systems
Previously, Enphase only allowed their battery systems to be operated in a grid-interactive manner, meaning that you had to have
Solar Home Battery Systems: More Than Just A Battery
When we think of home battery systems, we often picture simple energy storage devices. However, many of the latest “batteries”
