Solar 101

4 differences between commercial and residential solar power

Company owners and homeowners are increasingly looking to switch to solar energy. There are four major aspects of solar energy systems that determine whether they’re commercial or residential: efficiency, size, installation, and color. Efficiency — Commercial solar power is more efficient than residential solar power by roughly 2 percent. Furthermore, commercial solar power produces more …

5 ways solar energy benefits commercial properties

Owning a company or commercial property is a big responsibility. With energy costs continually increasing, commercial property owners are turning to solar energy to reduce overhead costs and save on utility bills. Whether you’re looking to cut costs or boost the value of your business, solar power helps increase your bottom line, while making a …

4 reasons you should consider going solar this World Environment Day

This year’s World Environment Day on June 5 is the perfect time to discover how solar-powered energy benefits the environment. Solar energy is a clean and sustainable way to generate electricity using the sun as an abundant energy source. Solar energy systems allow us to turn natural sunshine into usable electricity, which helps reduce air …

10 tips for picking the perfect solar contractor

Solar Power World helps prospective customers choose a quality solar contractor It’s no secret that solar-powered systems have seen a rise in installations in the past decade, and for good reason. Solar installations help reduce energy costs, increase home value, and are cost-effective. The problem that homeowners are facing when it comes to solar installations …