More than a dozen states are considering legislation to support small solar energy systems that can plug directly into home ...

For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called ...

With the growth of portable power stations as solar generators in the last decade, interest and competition has led to huge improvements in solar panel performance. When I began playing around with ...

"I need a new roof and I'm in my 70s." Retiree discovers super-low-cost alternative to rooftop solar panels: 'Will I live ...

If you've ever looked at your energy bills and thought, "Why am I paying all this money when there's literally free energy beaming down from the sky?", well, you've got a point. While solar panels ...

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Portable solar panels and solar battery chargers are easy-to-use devices that provide backup power to anyone who happens to be away from a working power outlet, including hikers, car campers, and even ...

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Florida residents are about to experience a significant increase in electricity costs due to the unprecedented $7 billion ...

We tested 20 solar generators to find the most versatile devices that can provide emergency backup power and fuel off-grid activities. Three came out as the best.

Lawmakers are considering a proposal that could help Maine renters lower electricity costs through the use of solar energy.