We live in an exciting time with respect to electrical power, one in which it has never been easier to break free from mains electricity, and low-frequency AC power in general. A confluence of ...

Switching to solar energy is a major financial commitment and, if you’re like most homeowners, you’ll want to know how long it will take to recoup your investment. This average recovery time, called ...

Solar panels can only generate electricity; they can’t store it, so you must pair them with a stand-alone battery bank or a power station. For home emergency power (for a few hours of power), we ...

Before purchasing a solar generator for home backup, it’s important to first assess if you want a full solar generator setup (power station + solar panels), or if it would be more cost effective to ...

How to measure harmonics in a power system. Methodologies for reducing power system harmonics. A look at "triplen" harmonics. The IEEE standard 3002.8-2018, “Recommended Practice for Conducting ...

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 ...

With better data and smarter tools in hand, resilience is achievable, writes Adrienne Peters, Technical Planning Manager at ...

"Instead of fighting against the sun's heat, our research shows we can harness it," said lead author Dr. Dowon Bae, of ...

A home battery will ensure you don't lose power during outages, but it has a limited capacity. Is it worth the investment? Here's everything you need to know. Nobody likes dealing with power outages: ...

There's no use in denying it: People are stressed about their energy bills and are looking for ways to keep the cost of their household low while still providing power. That's according to a recent ...

As electricity costs in Kenya continue to rise and the country pushes toward greener energy, many households and businesses are turning to solar power as a reliable and cost-effective solution. The ...