Switch to solar with a system built for you. Since ancient times, people have found ways to use the sun’s heat to stay warm or keep cool. They built homes from clay and other materials that retain ...

Passive solar design is nothing new — it has probably been around as long as people have been building houses — and it has nothing to do with solar panels. It’s all about creating a comfortable space ...

South Korean scientists have developed a WD-ER cooling system that can lower the operating temperature of a PV panel by up to 14.9 C, with an average heat transfer coefficient of 64.1 W/m2. A research ...

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 ...

The passive-house building standard relies on lots of insulation and intentional design to use as little energy as possible for heating and cooling. "Things like 'passive house' have become more ...

During high wind events, utility-scale solar assets are often automatically tilted to a stowed position to prevent damage and downtime from repairs. High wind can cause solar panels to vibrate and ...

Perhaps you’re dreaming of obtaining your home’s electricity without having to rely on that provided by your town or city. If so, you’re hoping to go “off the grid.” And if that’s your dream, you’ve ...