More and more people are making the switch to renewable energy by installing solar panels on their roofs. It's a big step toward reducing your carbon footprint, since solar energy, and the power ...

"There's nothing inherently risky about a solar panel." Solar installer gives expert breakdown of the fire risks of rooftop panels: 'You've all seen the headlines' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

There are many reasons why homeowners might consider installing solar panels on their homes, including reducing their carbon footprint and saving on costs. According to Solar Insure, more than 4.2 ...

With the arrival of warm weather, an energy saving incentive funded by the State of California takes off for a second year and continues to attract interest. The California Solar Screen Rebate Program ...

Plug-in solar has remained in the shadows because of a lack of safety standards and often costly requirements imposed by ...

Everyone's looking to reduce their carbon footprint these days, finding ways to both cut back on their regular consumption of electricity and draw power from renewable sources. When it comes to ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

A homeowner recently took to Reddit to explain why switching to solar still resulted in big savings despite not making a huge dent in their electric bill. Writing in the r/solar subreddit, the ...