This second course of the Solar PV for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors series supplies learners with the insights necessary for properly planning, and therefore successfully installing, a ...

As utility-scale solar projects accelerate the transition to 2kV system architectures, the industry is increasingly focused ...

The University of Wisconsin-Superior is turning to the sun to save energy. After two years of planning, design and finally ...

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Parking lots and garage rooftops offer expansive, un-shaded and unobstructed spaces ideal for housing commercial-scale solar energy systems. For years, solar photovoltaics (PV) have proven to be a ...

Batteries aren't one-size-fits-all, and neither is the way they're wired to your house. Here's what you should know about AC- and DC-coupling. When we think about solar panels and batteries, we don't ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...