Author Archives: Tom Palmer
A Free Energy Marketplace
Connect directly with selected solar, roofing, electrical, heat pump and insulation installers. A typical energy marketplace sells...
Converting to Heat Pumps
Overview Heat pumps are an efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems,...
Choosing Your Installer
Solar energy is one of the most impactful ways we can reduce our carbon footprint...
Financing Options
The Major Solar & Energy Upgrade Lenders The three major solar and energy efficiency lenders...
How Many Panels Will I Need?
How many panels you need will be a your energy usage measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh),...
Battery Storage Systems
As we transition towards renewable energy sources, the importance of effective storage solutions becomes increasingly...
Replacing Old Appliances
Replacing old appliances with energy-efficient models is a smart investment. Not only do these modern...
PHEVs: An Alternative to EVs?
As the world grapples with the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the automotive industry...
Going Solar FAQs
As the popularity of solar energy continues to rise, so does the curiosity and interest...
Your Main Service Panel
Your main service panel (MSP) is a crucial component of your home’s electrical system as...
Evaluating Your Roof for Solar
Determining your roof’s suitability for solar panels is a foundational step in transitioning to renewable...
Heat Pump Incentives
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 recognizes the crucial role of energy efficiency measures in curbing...
An Overview of Solar Inverters
Central vs Micro Inverters Inverters are an essential component of home solar energy systems. They...
Solar Panel Overview
Solar panels, also known as photovoltaic (PV) panels, use energy from the sun to generate...
Popular EV Chargers
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain traction in the automotive industry, the demand for...
Could Your EV Power Your Home?
Two-way car chargers, also known as vehicle-to-grid (V2G) chargers, are an innovative technology that allows...
The Cost of Solar
Upfront Cost and Payback Period Installation costs varies by location, but it is generally around...
Manufacturers Rebates
Manufacturers periodically offer rebates for solar panel, inverter, and battery installations. Recent rebate programs include: Enphase...
Adding Insulation
Insulation helps to keep warm air inside during the winter and cool air inside during...
Sealing Services for Properties
Home sealing services, also known as air sealing, involve identifying and sealing air leaks in...
High-Efficiency Windows & Doors
In our quest for a sustainable and energy-conscious future, we often overlook a crucial element...
Energy-Efficient Construction
A range of innovative building materials and techniques have emerged, enabling architects and builders to...
Conducting an Energy Audit
Benefits of Conducting a Home Energy Audit: A home energy audit identifies areas where your...
Replace Your Bulbs With LEDs
LED bulbs use significantly less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs, which can result in lower...
Reimagining Everyday Tools
From transportation to home appliances, our society is increasingly recognizing the benefits of electrification. In...
Process of Going Solar
There are several steps involved in adding solar to your home or business: Assess Energy...
Solar & Battery Incentives
Solar energy and energy storage systems have emerged as powerful tools in the quest for...
Glossary of Terms
A passing familiarity with these terms will help you communicate with your solar installer. Alternating...
SolarEdge Systems
SolarEdge was the first to successfully commercialize power optimizers, a device that offers module-level maximum...
Enphase Systems
The Enphase Energy System with IQ8 comes in four different configurations: – Solar Only: IQ...
Installing Solar Yourself
Installing solar panels yourself can be a complex and potentially dangerous process, and it’s important...
Ground Mounted Solutions
tInstalling a ground-mounted solar system is a great way to harness the power of the...
Efficiency Incentives
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 recognizes the crucial role of energy efficiency measures in...
Convert to an Induction Stove
A new study found that roughly one in eight cases of childhood asthma in the...
Popular EV Choices
Overview Electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a promising solution to reduce carbon emissions and...
Heat Pump Water Heaters
A heat pump hot water heater, also known as a hybrid hot water heater, is...
Going Off The Grid
There are several additional concerns and complications involved in an off-grid solar installation compared with...
Commercial Installation Concerns
There are several additional concerns and complications involved in a commercial solar installation compared with...
Solar Canopies With Storage
One over-looked but rapidly exploitable renewable resource to assist the clean energy transition is solar...