Switching to a solar electric system requires an energy-conscious mindset. Looking to go off-grid? Or just looking for ways to reduce electricity consumption at home to ensure you’re prepared for any ...

Parking lot canopies not only generate energy but protect vehicles from the intense heat generated by direct sun, and from rain, hail, and snow. Facilities with expansive outdoor parking lots like ...

A natural resource is defined as a form of energy and/or matter which is essential for the functioning of organisms, populations and ecosystems. In the case of humans, a natural resource, in his words ...

F orty-seven years ago U.S. President Jimmy Carter stood grinning in front of a set of 32 bulky solar panels. It was 1979, and the oil crisis had sent fuel costs skyrocketing. Car ...

If you park in one of several commuter lots on Michigan State University’s campus, you’ll likely score a covered parking spot. That’s because each parking lot is sheltered from the sun, snow and rain ...

Solar is a clean, renewable energy source, which decreases deforestation, fossil fuel usage, and greenhouse gas emissions. Solar ovens are devices that collect energy from sunlight to focus the heat ...

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 ...

A winery that pioneered solar energy in Berks County was the subject of a recent showcase tour by environmental advocacy group PennEnvironment. Representatives from PennEnvironment and Manatawny Creek ...

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 ...