“How many solar panels do I need to eliminate my estimated $175 electric bill?” “How many solar panels do I need to power my X Square Feet home?” Over the years, these have been the most commonly asked questions by homeowners during the initial stages of switching to solar. However, these are not the right
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California has officially become the first state to require all new homes be built with solar panels. The California Energy Commission passed the measure with a 5-0 vote on Wednesday. The changes, which would go into effect in 2020, update the building code to require all new homes be equipped with the renewable energy technology. Homebuilders
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Solar Power Panels, How they work: Solar panels are fast becoming a very attractive renewable energy option, which could end up being incredibly beneficial to the environment. The process of converting sunlight to electrical energy is one that has improved dramatically over the last few decades, and is now more efficient than ever. The use
The solar and renewable energy industries are constantly evolving — and sometimes changing abruptly – and this will continue in the new year that is soon upon us. Here’s what can we expect from 2017: 1. China takes leadership role in solar energy policy making China has taken leadership in photovoltaics manufacturing and deployment. Now it
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Renters and low-income Californians hoping to take advantage of the state’s abundant sunshine and cheap cost of solar will face some unwelcome news in the coming weeks. Beginning next year, two of the state’s three big investor-owned utilities will increase premiums on community shared solar subscriptions. Community solar is supposed to allow multiple customers –