Tigo Energy announced a new solution for off-grid residential PV applications. The Off-Grid Solar package includes module-level power optimizers, an Inverter, a battery, and an automatic transfer ...

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

Enphase Energy just launched a new off-grid system that lets homeowners power their homes without a utility connection – even for extended periods. The California-based Enphase says the off-grid setup ...

Scott Tinker explores what it takes to plan, fund and build solar far off the beaten path. For millions of off-grid citizens and villages, building their own solar power system may be the fastest way ...

Kicking your utility to the curb sounds like a great deal, but it's more difficult than it sounds. Here's what it takes to go off the grid with solar panels. CNET contributor Eric Mack knows all too ...