Flexible solar panels are thinner, lighter and more versatile than standard ones, making them ideal for curved roofs, ...

Solar batteries let you store excess solar energy to use later. Here’s what they cost, how they work and when they’re worth it ...

Liz Zack is an experienced DIYer obsessed with anything and everything home. To the dismay of the rest of her family, something is always under renovation or construction in her house, but it's ok, ...

Despite cloudy skies, Ireland is embracing solar power. Private homes and farms across the country generate clean energy, cut ...

From assessing whether your home is a good candidate for solar energy to figuring out how solar panel tax credits work, a lot goes into setting up a solar power system for a home. However, one of the ...

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 ...

Home solar panels don't last forever and can have hazardous materials. When the time comes to replace an old system, you need ...

Going solar is just the start. From thermal mapping and cool-roof coatings to composting and native gardens, these overlooked upgrades quietly turn solar homes into full-scale sustainability hubs.

DIY solar installation is legal in most areas, provided you meet building codes, get permits, and pass inspections for electrical and structural safety.

In 2019, the nonprofit Michigan Energy Options had just put up a solar farm. “We purposely located our East Lansing Community Solar Park on a former municipal dump,” said Executive Director John Kinch ...