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Hi I'm Harris the spgenie! As an engineer, I found myself doing tons of research about solar power, the types of panels, how to store the energy and the best way to finance the project. I thought I'd start this blog to share my findings. I hope you find this useful.

So, you’ve already made the decision to add a solar energy system to your home – or you have one already. That’s great! Now the decision comes on whether you should have a method of storing the excess energy produced by your panels or simply to return it to the grid. Here we give an …

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You finally decided to go solar and want to make the best decisions, so you’re doing your homework. That’s perfect because being well-prepared, especially when it comes to maintenance is critical. A single malfunctioning panel can reduce your energy production by 25-percent or more. So, what kind of maintenance do solar panels need? Clearing of …

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Producing electricity with solar panels has gained popularity in recent years because the panels have become lighter and more efficient. But, with the increase in solar panel use has come a new realization, the world is heading towards a new crisis when it comes to the safe disposal of solar cells. So, how do you …

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Buying solar panels is a great idea for any homeowner who wants to reduce their carbon footprint, especially when you factor in the tax writeoffs you can get for them. They can help reduce energy costs, for sure, but only if they work well and are properly maintained.  Cleanliness matters. How, why, and when should …

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Heating your pool can be a big headache when it comes to cost and maintenance. I recently converted over to solar heating and the difference is incredible! There are so many reasons why solar pool heating is more worthwhile than traditional heating systems. Is solar pool heating worth it? The long term savings in utilities …

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Solar power is a practical and progressive way to power our world while also having less harsh impacts on the environment. The world is changing its mind about this resourceful way of charging our electronics and so much progress has been made just in the last decade to improve more natural means of power such …

Read More about The 5 Reasons We Don’t Have Solar Powered Phones, Yet!

The sale and installation of solar panels around the world continues to be a booming economy, with an estimated 250 gigawatts of energy now available via solar panels.  Experts expect that figure to approach 4500 gigawatts by 2050. The cost has continued to drop to where solar panel prices are easily in the range of …

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