California bill would help renters lower electricity bills by easing rules for plug-in solar panels

State Sen. Scott Wiener proposed new legislation that would make it easier for renters and others to use portable solar ...
Hackaday

Making A Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Is Almost DIY-able

We see plenty of solar projects here on Hackaday, but they primarily consist of projects that use an off-the-shelf solar panel to power something else. We see very few projects where people actually ...
Morning Overview on MSN

Breakthrough could make solar panels more efficient, scientists say

Solar power is already one of the fastest growing sources of electricity on the planet, yet scientists say it is still only ...

Solar panel and heat pump tax credits expire, raising home electrification costs

The expiration of the 30% federal tax credit for solar and battery installations at the end of 2025 doesn’t necessarily make ...

Jackery’s expensive solar-powered Gazebo is a good DIY idea

Priced at over $12,000, it’s something you should maybe build yourself.
The Cool Down on MSN

Researchers make stunning discovery while testing solar panels as sidewalks: 'We want to see how we can ... bring daily needs closer to residents'

As PV Magazine reported, equipping sidewalks with solar panels can help city-dwellers have closer access to community gardens, farmers' markets, and grocery stores. Using the West 5 smart community in ...
The Cool Down on MSN

Scientists make groundbreaking discovery about crops grown near solar panels: 'A significant impact'

For example, owners of solar arrays can lease the available land to farmers, creating an additional source of income.
Forbes

What To Do If You Have Broken Or Damaged Solar Panels

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...