Switching to a solar electric system requires an energy-conscious mindset. Looking to go off-grid? Or just looking for ways to reduce electricity consumption at home to ensure you’re prepared for any ...

Parking lot canopies not only generate energy but protect vehicles from the intense heat generated by direct sun, and from rain, hail, and snow. Facilities with expansive outdoor parking lots like ...

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

A winery that pioneered solar energy in Berks County was the subject of a recent showcase tour by environmental advocacy group PennEnvironment. Representatives from PennEnvironment and Manatawny Creek ...

Emily Rhode is a science writer, communicator, and educator with over 20 years of experience working with students, scientists, and government experts to help make science more accessible and engaging ...

A natural resource is defined as a form of energy and/or matter which is essential for the functioning of organisms, populations and ecosystems. In the case of humans, a natural resource, in his words ...

Alternative energy sources such as wind, geothermal, hydro and solar have grown increasingly popular as ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen the grid by decentralizing power ...

Switching to solar energy is a major financial commitment and, if you’re like most homeowners, you’ll want to know how long it will take to recoup your investment. This average recovery time, called ...

While it might seem intimidating, it’s actually fairly easy to come up with a decent estimate of how many kilowatt-hours your solar panels can produce each day. When making this calculation, keep in ...