Welcome to our series answering reader questions and concerns about how to cut the utility company cord. I currently use wood to heat my off-grid home but would like to figure out my options for using ...

Solar heating is a very efficient method of using solar energy, with the ability to absorb 900-1000w/m2 of heat from sunlight, compared to only 200-300w/m2 of electricity that could be generated from ...

Which is best for energy savings? We put heat pumps vs solar panels to the test. Both can improve your home’s energy expenses, reduce your carbon footprint and crucially, save you money on your energy ...

OLATHE, Kan. — Solar panels produce the most energy during summertime because of three main reasons: longer daylight, direct sunlight and clearer skies, but Hunter Hoss with KC Solar says extreme heat ...