Is Your Roof a Good Match for Solar?
With solar installation becoming an affordable option for many, it comes as no surprise that it’s considered the fastest growing energy source in the world. In the last decade, solar energy has seen an average annual growth rate of 54%. As homeowners begin the process of solar shopping, one of the first questions asked should be: “How suited is my roof for solar panel installation?” The good new is, solar panels are designed to be compatible with most types of roofing.- Sun Path Electric
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6 Facts Your Power Company Doesn’t Want You To Know
Many people are still afraid to go solar because of the misconception that it is highly expensive to do so. The truth is, the cost of going solar is decreasing so rapidly that it is now cheaper than coal. Your power company knows this—as well as the fact that many could be eligible to get huge discounts on electricity for the next 20 to 25 years. Of course, they will not tell you these things. They won’t make profit from a solar-powered home. Below are other facts your power company doesn’t want you to know.- Sun Path Electric
5 Solar Power Myths Debunked
With energy hikes threatening our financial stability, consumers are considering renewable energy sources to save money. Switching to solar is a very attractive option for U.S. homeowners. Solar panels reduce the dependency on local electricity grids thus, lowering or completely eliminating energy bills. However, there are still many myths about solar energy that prevent people from taking a closer look at the benefits of solar power. We’ve compiled a list of the most common misconceptions about solar energy and debunked them.- Sun Path Electric
Tech Giant Signs Its First Clean Energy Deal in Asia
Following Apple Inc.’s initiative to go solar, Microsoft confirms its first ever renewable energy deal in Asia. The tech giant has partnered with Singaporean solar firm, Sunseap Group, for a planned 60 megawatt-peak solar portfolio. The 20-year contract will focus on serving datacenter energy consumption. Microsoft announced on their official blog that they purchased 100 percent of the renewable output from Sunseap’s rooftop solar project to power their datacenter operations in Singapore.- Sun Path Electric
How Does a Solar System Generate Electricity?
Thanks to solar panels, humankind can now harness power from the sun. The first ever practical solar cell was invented by scientists at Bell Telephone Labs. In 1954, they demonstrated to the world that sunlight can be turned into electricity. This milestone in renewable energy later led to the development of modern photovoltaic solar panels. It also started the widespread manufacture of solar cell energy systems, providing both financial and environmental benefits.- Sun Path Electric
How Does Bad Weather Affect Solar Energy Production?
Despite the popularity of solar energy, there are still a handful of misconceptions regarding its efficiency. Many people still believe that solar panels only work when the sun is beating down on them. If you’re from an area that isn’t all sunshine year-round, you’ve probably wondered about the effects of bad weather on solar performance. It’s time to set the record straight. Solar systems are more adaptable than you think.- Sun Path Electric
