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What are solar panels used for?

Ana Almerini

February 13, 2023

What are solar panels used for?

Solar panels exist to generate to capture energy from the sun and turn it into usable electricity.

Expert review of Aptos solar panels for 2023

Ben Zientara

February 7, 2023

Expert review of Aptos solar panels for 2023

Aptos is a newer solar panel manufacturer in the U.S. market, but it’s growing rapidly each year. Here’s a look at the company’s products and whether they’re any good.

SolarReviews launches the 2022 Solar Industry Survey in partnership with NABCEP

Ana Almerini

February 6, 2023

SolarReviews launches the 2022 Solar Industry Survey in partnership with NABCEP

SolarReviews is launching its first-ever Solar Industry Survey in partnership with the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).

SolarReviews releases the 2023 ranking of The Best Solar Panel Manufacturers

Ana Almerini

January 31, 2023

SolarReviews releases the 2023 ranking of The Best Solar Panel Manufacturers

SolarReviews ranks the Top 10 U.S. Solar Panel Manufacturers.

SolarReviews’ top 10 solar panel brands in 2023

Ben Zientara

January 31, 2023

SolarReviews’ top 10 solar panel brands in 2023

Each year, we rank the best solar panel manufacturers that produce panels for homeowners and small businesses.

CertainTeed solar shingles: Your questions answered

Catherine Lane

January 24, 2023

CertainTeed solar shingles: Your questions answered

CertainTeed solar shingles and tiles are designed to stand out less than conventional solar panels, but you might have to spend top dollar to get them installed.

Complete review of ZNShine solar panels

Catherine Lane

January 19, 2023

Complete review of ZNShine solar panels

Review of ZNShine’s most popular residential solar panels and if you should install them on your roof.

Should you buy a SimpliPhi battery for your home?

Ben Zientara

January 17, 2023

Should you buy a SimpliPhi battery for your home?

SimpliPhi makes lithium ferro phosphate batteries for all kinds of uses. Here’s an expert review of the company’s products, including the latest SimpliPhi ESS.

What are solar panels made of?

Zeeshan Hyder

January 12, 2023

What are solar panels made of?

Solar panels are made of solar cells, a glass cover, a protective backsheet, and a metal frame. Silicon is the most important raw material.

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