Home photovoltaic systems convert light energy directly into electricity and offer consumers the ability to generate electricity in a clean, quiet, and reliable way.

Photovoltaic energy generating systems (PV systems) convert the sun's energy directly into electricity and can be off-grid or grid-connected. Both types of systems require specific components such as …

A 30% federal income tax credit is available to homeowners who install qualified residential solar energy systems before 12/31/2016.

Colorado homeowners follow national trends in preferring renewable energy over conventional energy sources. An extensive survey showed residents would most frequently select photovoltaic, wind and …

The New American Home, an annual project that is focused on the future of homebuilding, features the latest marketable technologies. This particular home was created and monitored in California.

This brochure describes the benefits of using solar electricity in your home.

This fact sheet describes the first Zero Energy Home built in northern Texas. It describes the energy efficiency features and their advantages.

The single most important thing you can do to build green is to size the building appropriately. A small building uses less materials and energy.

This brochure, developed specifically for residential home builders, provides information on basic solar facts, selling tips and important resources when incorporating solar technologies into …

A major barrier to investing in renewable energy improvements to homes across is the initial capital cost. Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing is one of several new financial models …

This analysis provides a look at the trends and sensitivies in reaching the point where the cost of a photovoltaic system equals the cost of electricity purchased from the grid.

Residential solar leases have leveraged two commercial tax credits for homeowners. Also, solar lease programs require little or no up-front cash to participate. They may be an attractive option for …

This consumer guide about solar electricity for the home includes information about the types of solar electric systems, how to choose a system, financing and costs.

The initial cost of photovoltaic solar energy remains relatively high, but with new integrated solar technologies, state rebates, federal tax credits and energy-efficient mortgages, there couldn’t …

Homebuilder’s Guide to Going Solar is designed to help you assess the benefits to your business and customers of installing solar equipment or making your houses solar-ready.

Financing a residential photovoltaic (PV) system remains a challenge despite the various financial incentives available to homeowners at both the state and federal level. This report examines the …

Installing a solar electric system that is connected to the utility grid can save energy and money, and even earn you money back. Upfront, the systems are expensive, however. This guide outlines …

Producing electricity with photovoltaics (PV) emits no pollution, produces no greenhouse gases, and uses no finite fossilfuel resources. This guide analyzes how long it takes a PV system to operate …

The Borrower’s Guide to Financing Solar Energy provides information for lenders and consumers in financing solar systems, including thermal and photovoltaic systems. It also offers tips on how to …

Incorporating residential solar power may be cheaper and easier than you think.