Most homes already have a smart meter that digitally communicates with the electric grid. If you're looking to get rooftop solar panels, a smart meter is an essential piece of equipment. Here's why.

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Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

Look closely at a solar panel, and you'll see a series of thin metallic lines running across the surface. They're not there to look nice — they have a specific purpose. Those lines are called the grid ...

Many people have come to the conclusion that a portable battery power station is a smart investment these days for home emergency backup in the event of a blackout. This is a scenario that seems to be ...

One homeowner stretched the definition of "DIY" with their incredible home energy setup using a whopping 60 solar panels. Normally, a project this large would be reserved for a professional installer ...

Before connecting the solar system, switch off the geyser’s power at the main circuit breaker. Allow the water in the geyser to cool down completely before making any adjustments. Choose a sunny ...