Is off grid solar worth it?
What is off-grid solar?
An off grid solar system is an autonomous power generation system that produces electricity from the sun’s energy using solar panels. With no connection to the utility grid, the...
What does hybrid solar wind mean?
The word ‘hybrid’ means comprising of two different types of varieties. In the case of a hybrid renewable energy system the means of generating electricity could be a combination of PV (solar pane...
In recent years, many countries have been turning to alternative sources for electricity, such as solar and wind power. While these technologies are far more sustainable than fossil fuels , they are not without significant drawbac...
What is a grid-tied solar power system and how does it work?
It’s no secret the world is turning green.
People are gravitating toward renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, which are part of the green revolution. This is...
Sizing Solar Panels – How many solar panels does it take to power your home?
Solar energy is the buzz at the moment and many homeowners want to take advantage of the Federal Solar Tax Incentive while it lasts, but how do you know...
What is meant by off-grid and on-grid solar systems?
Differences between on-grid and off-grid solar systems
Out of the three main systems for generating home electricity; solar, wind and hydro, solar is by far the most common and...
How do I work out how many solar panels I need?
How to calculate how many solar panels you need
Calculating how many solar panels you need is fairly easy if you have the relevant information. It all begins with the load you need s...
The solar inverter is the heart of a domestic solar PV installation. Without it the electricity generated by the solar panels couldn’t be used by home appliances or exported back to the grid.
This crucial piece of the solar system...
