Solar 101

by Pete Wilking, President/Founder of A1A Solar Contracting, Inc. When I got into the solar contracting industry in 2007, it seemed to be driven by sales, innovation, growth and market share. Solar is still a young industry with many great choices for solar panels, inverters and batteries (energy storage)…the best I’ve ever seen. As for the contracting side …

Over the past two decades, solar power technologies have grown exponentially in both their share of the energy market in the United States, and in terms of their efficiency and performance in converting sunlight to usable energy. As solar technologies continue to evolve, the cost of panel manufacturing has also gone down. With greater energy …

Ever wonder how do solar panels work on cloudy days? The answer is they can, but not as efficiently as when there is full sun. So those of you in cloudy climates can still benefit from solar power. We’re going to take a look at how clouds affect solar output, and which solar panels are …

You may be wondering if the investment in solar power is worth the money. Solar power technology keeps improving every day and prices keep falling. This makes solar a great choice, but there are some limitations of solar energy you should consider before making this investment. Advantages of solar energy Free power How does solar …

Imagine having a solar system installed on your home that you rely on for all your electrical needs, but you have a stretch of overcast days leading to reduced energy output. Many of your appliances run continuously, like your refrigerator and computer, so having a battery backup for solar panels, which stores excess energy your …

The sun is one of the most important sources of energy. Through a variety of technologies, like solar panels, the energy from the sun is harnessed and converted to a useful form of energy for homes. It may seem obvious for someone who lives in a warm, sunny climate to invest in solar panels, however, …