Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Rooftop solar has become one of the fastest-growing clean ...

The future of solar module design will be heavier, not lighter. With hail and extreme weather events increasing, module manufacturers are expected to shift toward thicker glass to improve impact ...

The robotic solar installation system handles the lifting and placement of heavy panel modules, allowing smaller crews to work faster than using traditional methods. Newly developed solar panel ...

Rosendin, an electrical contracting company, announced that its Renewable Energy Group (RREG) will demonstrate its new autonomous robotic solution for solar module installation on April 17 in West ...

The place you install your solar panels matters. Here are the most common places to put your panels, and areas to avoid. Installing solar panels can be a great leap toward electricity cost savings and ...

Energy companies say a labor shortage is one big obstacle to installing more solar power. They’re turning to machines to speed things up. By Brad Plumer The companies racing to build large solar farms ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

The simplicity of solar panels on rooftops appears to be deceiving. Once installed, they simply produce electricity while ...