Joe CollinsNov 18, 20212 minMicrogrid? What’s That?I think we can all agree, renewable energy, especially solar, is changing the way electricity is produced. Before too long, many of the...
Joe CollinsOct 19, 20211 minNew Solar Technology is EverywhereSolar light poles developed by ClearWorld are here. They are secure, powerful, climate friendly, and best of all cheaper than...
Joe CollinsOct 7, 20212 minSolar and the New Energy ParadigmIt’s important to have goals. Set a goal, write it down, take steps to accomplish that goal. Be persistent Be consistent Be disciplined...
Joe CollinsSep 28, 20211 minSolar on the MindThere's plenty going on in solar energy these days. Especially at the macro level. Much of the discussion focuses on: Increasing U.S....
Joe CollinsSep 13, 20212 minAre Biden’s Solar Goals Achievable?The Biden administration’s commitment to increasing solar energy output is commendable. They recently announced that the U.S. will strive...
Joe CollinsSep 8, 20213 minA Path to Energy Savings and Electric SecurityWe never think about electricity until the lights go out and the air conditioning goes off. Electricity is something we expect to have...
Joe CollinsAug 24, 20213 minBuilding a Renewable Energy Future in the Sunshine StateWhat is the best approach to building a renewable energy future? “Everything in moderation as my mother used to say.” In the Halls of...
Joe CollinsAug 11, 20214 minSolar and the Rise of the Florida “Prosumer”I learned a new word yesterday reading an article in PV Magazine, a popular solar energy publication. The word is “prosumer.” It refers...
Joe CollinsAug 6, 20211 minSolar Costs: After Your System is Up and RunningNobody likes hidden costs. We like to be told what something is going to cost and whether there will be future expenses. So here's the...
Joe CollinsJul 29, 20212 minSolar for every type of roof You can attach solar panels to all types of roofs. The most common are shingle asphalt roofs, flat roofs, and metal roofs. Most homes...
Joe CollinsJul 20, 20212 minHow Reliable is Solar?Nobody wants to complicate their life. So when people consider going solar they often ask themselves... Is this going to take up lots of...
Joe CollinsJul 2, 20212 minPay Attention to Solar Warranties and GuaranteesAll these solar warranties and guarantees can be confusing, so here are the basics. Solar panels typically come with a 25 year warranty...
Joe CollinsJun 15, 20212 minThe Age of the Electric Car is Fast ApproachingAccording to the international energy agency there will be about 145 million electric vehicles by the year 2030….18 million EVs in the...
Joe CollinsJun 9, 20211 minDo Electric Rates Always go Up?Yeah pretty much they do. But first… Florida Power and Light received some major kudos from the solar world recently for reaching a...
Joe CollinsJun 4, 20212 minThe Truth about Shade and SolarThinking about going solar? Not so fast! Solar is a long term investment, so make sure you know what you’re getting before you venture...
Joe CollinsMay 26, 20212 minMight Be Time for Your Business to Go SolarLots of home owners are putting solar on their roofs. Why? Save money, be eco friendly, lock into energy costs that never change. But...
Joe CollinsMay 17, 20212 minBetter to Lease or Own Solar?So what’s better for you? Buying your solar array or leasing it. Well let’s take a look. According to the Pew Research Center about ½ of...
Joe CollinsMay 13, 20211 minWhen will my solar panels stop working?Answer Is Not for a long long time. But all solar panels will lose a little efficiency over time. About ½% every year. So the panel you...
Joe CollinsMay 11, 20212 minWhat's the best inverter for your solar system?Thinking about solar? Then you’ll need to become familiar with different inverter options. Yeah I know, not the most interesting subject....
Joe CollinsMay 4, 20212 minWhat's Better? Rooftop or Utility Scale SolarUtility scale solar arrays covering verdant pastures and marring bucolic landscapes are unacceptable to some folks. Others are okay with...