If you like going on extended hikes, or backpacking—or just need a bag to bring to work—and you often find yourself needing to charge your phone, wireless earbuds, or other mobile devices… then might we suggest a solar backpack? (And if you’re living off the grid and like to go exploring a lot, then this […]
The 10 Best Solar Panels for 2021: A Detailed Breakdown
Shopping for solar panels for your home or small business? The search can be long, not to mention overwhelming. With hundreds of options on the market (and more new brands coming on the scene), where should you start? Well, we can simplify the search for you a bit. First, solar panels are a long-term investment—there’s […]
The Best Portable Solar Panels in 2020, Ranked
Are you dreaming of getting on the open road for a few weeks and going off grid? That’s awesome. But to get there, especially if you plan to take a camper or RV, you’ll need to charge your phone, maybe your computer… and you won’t always be able to plug into the grid. In these […]
Commercial Solar Panels: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
If you run or manage a business (no matter how big or small), you might have wondered about different ways to reduce your operating expenses. And there’s one great way to do it—without cutting any headcount or scrimping on software and supplies. Yep, you guessed it. By installing a commercial solar system! (You might also […]
Living off the Grid: An In-depth Guide to Everything You Need
As we’re becoming more and more aware of our carbon footprints and how our lifestyle choices can impact the environment, useful information about how to live off the grid is also becoming more accessible. And for those of us who are interested in living off the grid, getting started and making a plan is now […]
What’s the Best Solar Generator for 2021? Here Are the Top 11
Whether you want to live off the grid for a while or just have a backup source of power, a generator is a must-have. And traditionally, gas generators have been the go-to. But with solar power generators making serious gains in terms of capacity and technology overall, more and more people are finding them to […]
Solar Water Heaters: A Beginners’ Guide
If you’re looking for an eco-conscious way to cut down on your electricity bill or get onto solar power—but aren’t ready to put solar panels on your roof yet—then a solar water heater might be a good alternative. Compared to installing a full solar panel system, a solar water heater or a solar hot water […]
16 Composting Statistics: Are We Doing Enough? [Infographic]
For anyone who’s ever thought about ways in which they can reduce their carbon footprint and make a positive impact on the environment, one common question is probably, “How big of an impact can we really have by doing something as seemingly insignificant as composting?” Here are 16 eye-popping composting statistics to show us exactly that. 16 […]
Is Solar worth It? 9 Essential Questions to Ask
For most people thinking of powering their homes with solar power, one of the first questions to ask is “Is solar worth it?” And to these folks, we’d answer, “What, is making this awesome, environmentally conscious choice (you can learn more about those here) alone not worth it?” 😉 But all jokes aside, if you’re […]
15 Eye-opening Solar Energy Statistics
Solar energy is one of the fastest growing forms of energy around the world as we look toward renewable and sustainable forms of energy. (See ya, coal.) And even though solar has really gained steam in the last decade, it’s clear that we’re only scratching the surface of this form of energy’s potential, as these […]