New research has uncovered a critical challenge in solar energy with the discovery that a considerable number of solar panels ...

PHOENIX — Rooftop solar panels could prevent firefighters from gaining necessary access when battling a home fire, officials said. “Solar panels are, of course, placed on roofs and that can cause an ...

We've been sold a dream. Solar panels glitter atop roofs and sprawl across desert landscapes, symbols of progress and ...

PHILADELPHIA — The solar power industry is booming and that growth helps the world meet its climate goals by replacing fossil fuels. But an emerging problem in the U.S. solar business that installs ...

A solar worker climbed onto a Santa Rosa house when no one was home and took down the solar panels. He had the wrong house!

Numerous factors continue to pull at the Renewables MMI (Monthly Metals Index) as it moves through Q1. This past month, the index largely moved sideways, only exhibiting a slight upward movement of ...

Solar power has a dark side: panels are still built to be thrown away, and we risk creating a mountain of waste that locks ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Although they can make home sales more difficult, solar leases have been growing in popularity and are poised to continue ...

Used solar panels can save you money, but you’ll risk giving up efficiency and buying equipment with existing issues. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners ...

We explain the costs, the most effective solutions, and when it’s worth paying to bird-proof your solar panels ...

The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints, including in Philadelphia. Now the solar industry is working to repair its reputation. By Jeff Brady, NPR August 14, 2024 The solar ...