What do Sunflowers and Solar Panels have in common? They both like to face the sun. Sunflowers will grow at a fast rate in order to reach a height that captures as much sun as possible. Similarly solar panels work best on a roof or tall structure to eliminate shade and maximize the amount of sun it can capture. Sunflowers also face the sun, depending on the hemisphere. Similarly, solar panels on the northern hemisphere will face south towards the ...

As the next political season begins to overwhelm the news feeds we thought we’d share some of the best advice we could find for leaders during these challenging times. As a leader, you may face situations where you have to address controversial issues that affect your community or organization. These issues may be related to politics, social justice, religion, or any other topic that sparks strong emotions and opinions. How can you communicate effectively in these politically charged times, without ...

The industry’s best practice for testing the performance of solar panels has been to perform an IV Curve Trace test through the strings. This testing could help identify broken modules, improper polarity, correct number of panels per string, as well as identify loss due to soiling or shading. However, as system sizes get larger it becomes harder and more tedious to test the balance of strings. Performing an Aerial Thermography inspection via Drone and IR cameras has provided additional value ...

The use of solar energy has been increasing rapidly over the years. It is renewable, reliable, and an affordable source of energy. One specific area where solar energy is proving to be beneficial is in parking lots. Solar parking canopies are becoming more common and for good reasons. They are not only environmentally friendly, but they also offer a range of cost-saving benefits. Solar Parking Canopies By now you’ve certainly seen quite a few solar parking canopy installations. The structure ...

In the realm of sustainable energy solutions, solar technology is at the forefront of innovation, transforming how we power commercial properties. A groundbreaking development in this field is the integration of solar cells into commercial roofing materials, introducing us to the world of solar roofing for commercial structures. This promising advancement not only aligns with environmental goals but also seamlessly combines form and function for businesses. The Ascendancy of Commercial Solar Roofing Commercial solar roofing isn’t a futuristic vision; it’s ...