Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is the Lead Consultant of STEM Spark Solutions. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean energy ...

If you stop to think about it, it’s a marvel that we can harness energy from the sun. But we do, thanks to solar panels equipped with photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. That’s no ...

As federal solar tax credits expire, ‘Say More’ explores how solar panels, heat pumps, weatherizing and more can make a home ...

SANTA MONICA, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Employees of Solar Forward install solar electric panels on a residential rooftop on February 27, 2009 in Santa Monica, California. President Obama signed into law an ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

"It’s becoming so common." Realtor reveals what homebuyers should know before purchasing a home with solar panels: 'Great ...

With new organic photovoltaic modules (OPV), its's more than just a purple solar panel option that we are getting, ensuring ...

It's just another sunshiny day in Florida as dawn begins to break. If you were to pick states that are best suited for home solar setups, Florida would be a top contender. As the Sunshine State, it ...

Most panels are also backed by warranties of up to 25 years, giving homeowners long-term peace of mind — provided the system ...