Solar efficiency is determined by a number of factors, including the type of solar panel used. But how do you know if your solar panels are running efficiently? How is it measured? Solar efficiency is a measurement of how much…
Solar Shingles is the latest buzz word in renewable energy. Solar shingles are designed to look like normal tiles on the roof of a house. However, they function just the same as solar panels – by harnessing the sun’s energy…
A source of energy is something which has been searched for many years. However, with an abundance of natural sources of energy available, renewable energy is now more attainable. Energy that is generated from these natural sources can be used…
Solar powered battery systems run on a free energy source and are more environmentally friendly compared to a gasoline generator. When considering which solar systems to install in your home or office, it is also important to note which solar…
Bifacial solar panels are designed to allow light to enter from both sides and they therefore offer many advantages over traditional solar panels. This means that power is produced from both sides allowing an increase in power generated. A second…
Solar panel prices will depend largely on the quantity needed and the area they will need to cover. Because of South Africa’s sunny weather, solar power provides an ideal source of energy that can be converted into electricity. Many homeowners…
Solar Panel Installation can be an easy task provided you have a certified installer as well as quality solar panels being used. Solar panel installation is becoming an increasingly accessible prospect for homeowners. While the cost of solar panels in…
Remote locations often do not have access to clean, running water. A solar water pump can alleviate the lack of this basic necessity as solar water pumps are socially and environmentally attractive technology to supply water. These pumps can supply…
Renewable Energy is rapidly changing the way we live our day to day lives and more and more people are making the move to a more sustainable lifestyle. With sunshine almost every day in most parts of South Africa, it…
The word ‘renewable’ means capable of being renewed and replenished. When referred to energy, it means energy that comes from a source which cannot be depleted. Good examples of this is solar energy, which is why it is the most…
