From picking the right panels to the right type of installation, we walk you through every step of the process.

A small solar power bank is a great way to keep your phone and tablet full, whether at home or on the go. Simply charge up the battery on a sunny day, and then plug your phone in to charge each night.

Whereas a full-size solar array will typically have a capacity of two kilowatts and higher, Cormican's system is rated at one kilowatt, which is about enough to run a few power-hungry appliances.

The off-the-grid solar system cost of a DC system averages about $6,000 to $10,000, and consists of nothing more than a few solar panels that provide power to just a few appliances.

A 3kW solar system can technically power a home but only a very small or energy-efficient one. (In other words, don’t expect a 3kW solar system to power an average American home’s lights ...

The terms used to describe the capacity, size, and power of the various components in a solar system can be confusing. Here is what you need to know—in layman’s terms.

Whatever the case, the sun’s free energy is available for anyone who puts a small amount of effort into harnessing it, whether or not your home already uses a solar PV system for electricity.