Winter might seem like the worst season for getting energy from solar panels, due to less sunlight and more snow, but as it ...

From kinetic and potential to chemical and sound, various forms of energy exist on our planet. Each has its own properties and fuel processes that make aspects of life possible, including driving a ...

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 ...

Like many Americans, you might be asking yourself about making the switch to solar and whether or not it makes sense for you. Will solar panels keep your lights on during a blackout? (Probably not, ...

Going solar isn’t cheap. A typical residential solar panel installation costs $10,000 to $30,000. That’s a small fortune to many American households. Solar loans make it more affordable. Instead of ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Dear EarthTalk: How do I figure out how many solar panels I would need on my two-story, 2,500 square foot house in Seattle to meet my electricity consumption needs? – Paul O., Seattle, WA While ...

If you're a New Jersey homeowner wondering how much it would cost to install solar, good news: It's a lot cheaper than it's been in a decade. Solar prices have fallen 43% in the Garden State over the ...

Solar panels can save money, energy, and frustration, but they're not a perfect solution to home energy needs. Though solar panels can increase home values, there are also downsides to consider.

Solar panels and snow are often framed as natural enemies, but the physics of how panels generate electricity tells a more ...

Solar panels keep generating electricity throughout winter – but how much can you realistically expect in the UK?