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So you’re interested in installing a solar water heater, but you lack a south-facing roof. You may have heard that solar panels require direct, southern exposure and all-day sun. Does this mean solar hot water is not an option for you? Not necessarily. While solar...

Most experts agree that economic policies in the state have discouraged Virginians from considering solar. This becomes especially clear when you compare the solar infrastructure of Virginia with that of neighboring Maryland. In 2013, Maryland installed nearly five...

Americans are getting behind solar energy in a big way, and an initiative sponsored by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is helping increase support for solar even more. AmericaSupportsSolar.com is a new website showcasing the realities and benefits of...

One of the questions we hear again and again is, “Which is better, rooftop or ground-mounted solar panels?” They both have their advantages, but which is best for you? In a recent post, we explored the advantages of rooftop solar, so we thought we’d take a moment to...

It’s easy to understand the growing popularity of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. Once installed, these panels reduce your monthly electricity bills starting on day one. In fact, it doesn’t take long for the panels to pay for themselves.But is the same true of solar...

Here at Renewable Energy Corporation, we see a lot of interest in rooftop solar products. And with good reason: Rooftop solar is a great step toward combatting climate change Solar panels contribute to the “green economy” Solar power is incredibly efficient It can be...

The world is steadily turning a brighter shade of green, as people everywhere embrace solar products to generate electricity and manage energy independence. Consumer attitudes have changed greatly in recent years, with 2013 seeing clean energy technologies reach their...

For Maryland and Northern Virginia solar panel owners, sunshine is available in abundance year round. But what happens when the big freeze sets in? Do solar panels work in the snow? The snowstorm that buried the East Coast this week has owners of solar panels in...

Like most home improvement projects, installing solar panels on your rooftop requires inspections and permits. This is especially true in Maryland — a state with notoriously strict guidelines (and fees) regarding building codes and permits. But why is solar permitting...