Solar is no longer just a way to trim your utility bill; for many homeowners it is a serious contender to keep the lights on ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

The massive tax and spending law signed in July halts a federal incentive for residential solar, and homeowners and ...

Blackouts happen. They can be a minor inconvenience, a serious health concern or something in between, but most people would rather avoid them, especially if they're unprepared. The rise in rooftop ...

For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called ...

Solar panels: They might brighten the prospects of a home search or dim them. It all depends on the specifics. But still, by and large, homes on the market aren't likely to have solar panels. "We ...

If you've ever looked at your energy bills and thought, "Why am I paying all this money when there's literally free energy beaming down from the sky?", well, you've got a point. While solar panels ...

SANTA MONICA, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Employees of Solar Forward install solar electric panels on a residential rooftop on February 27, 2009 in Santa Monica, California. President Obama signed into law an ...

A few weeks ago, Electrek readers took to the comments to share their own real-world solar numbers. Here are some of the best ...

"It’s becoming so common." Realtor reveals what homebuyers should know before purchasing a home with solar panels: 'Great ...

The home-fitted renewable-energy sources are inexpensive and easy to install, and reduce electricity costs. Here's what can ...

"Sheep are the best animal that can do grazing among these solar panels," said Cody Hoffman, project lead for RWE, per ...