What is a microgrid and how does it work? New portable units allow you to “island” home energy for off-the-grid security. No, we’re not talking about miniature cooking pans for making tiny pancakes!

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. In 2024, rooftop solar was the fastest-growing source of ...

Enphase Energy, a California-based supplier of solar inverters and energy storage systems, has announced a new complete off-grid solar and battery solution. The system is currently available in the ...

In this video, we explore off-grid living with solar power through the journey of a software developer who sold his home, purchased an RV, and installed solar panels along with a battery system. He ...

The mid-Atlantic grid operator says its speedier process for bringing more power onto its system will expand renewable energy. Is it too late? Second in an occasional series on PJM. Read the first ...

The Apollo system from Solaflect Energy uses a suspension-bridge-style cabling design to cut weight while maximizing strength. With California’s high electricity prices and solar-friendly climate, the ...