Solar Inverters: How do they work and what type is right you?

Grid-tied solar inverters are not as sexy as solar panels, but they are arguably the most important part of a solar electric system.  Inverters perform two primary functions: 1)    Convert solar DC power to AC power, which we use in our buildings 2)    Are a safety mechanism that shuts off system when the grid goes […]

How Efficient is a Solar Panel?

The short answer is 14 – 20%. That means that nearly 20% of the sun’s energy that hits the panels is converted to electricity to enter your home or business. Let’s put solar power efficiency into context compared to another typical energy user that most of us use every day. A gasoline vehicle is 14 […]