As the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, it's the perfect season to think about harnessing that energy for your home. Amid the environmental concerns, electricity costs are climbing and ...

In some ways, installing solar panels is unlike other home improvement projects. Adding renewable energy sources to your house has an aspect of social good to it, because you’re using cleaner energy ...

You can harness the power of the sun's rays to charge your electric vehicle. Here's how many solar panels you'll need to do it. Driving an Electric vehicle is one way to help reduce the impact you ...

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 ...

Compared to a brand new bathroom or a kitchen remodel, installing solar panels on your roof is about as thrilling as insulating the attic. But, much like adding insulation, going solar can be a home ...

Adding solar panels (and by extension, an entire system) to your home often provides two distinct benefits: Lower electricity bills and an increase in the home's overall value. However the process can ...

Dear EarthTalk: How do I figure out how many solar panels I would need on my two-story, 2,500 square foot house in Seattle to meet my electricity consumption needs? – Paul O., Seattle, WA While ...

Find the best solar options for your home and budget. If you’re deciding whether to install solar panels on your home, return on investment (ROI) is an important concept to be aware of. Simply put, ...

Driving an Electric vehicle is one way to help reduce the impact you have on the planet, but did you know that you can take ...