For a century or more, the United States has led the world in producing creative inventors and entrepreneurs, from Thomas Edison to Henry Ford to Bill Gates. Innovators like those have helped make new technology, from cars to solar panels, affordable to millions of Americans. But are we giving …
Can Solar Really Help Cut High Summer Air Conditioning Bills?
As summer heat comes on, it makes sense to explore ways to save money on high bills to run your air conditioning. In Virginia, air conditioning can account for up to 70% of your summer electric bill, so cutting your AC costs is the best thing you can do to save money on electricity this …
How Much Does Tesla’s Solar Roof Cost vs Traditional Solar Panels?
For years, both homeowners and solar installers have dreamed of solar panels that, well, didn't look like solar panels. Instead, the panels would just look like an ordinary roof. Or even better, a fancy roof with premium roof tiles. Tesla is now claiming that they've made this dream a reality …