How can I reduce my energy consumption?
The first thing to do before installing a solar energy system is to be aware of your energy behavior. This is necessary to determine how many solar panels will have to be installed to fill your consumption or to determine what portion of your consumption would be filled by them. Although the filled portion also […]
Inverter or micro-inverter, what to choose? And why?
This article will cover the following points: How do inverters work? An inverter is an electronic device that converts the direct current produced by the solar panels into an alternating current. In other words, it is a low voltage current converter (12, 24, or 48 Volts) into a high voltage current (120 Volts). This conversion […]
Tesla solar roof vs solar panels: which is better? And why?
This article is for those who want to install a solar energy system and who are hesitating between installing conventional solar panels and installing a Tesla solar roof. The average price of each of these systems will first be presented and then compared to each other. This article will cover the following points: The average […]
Solar tips for your new home
This article is intended for those who plan on building their new house soon and who wish to optimize its layout regarding a future solar energy system installation. Although you do not necessarily plan to install a solar energy system in the first year after its construction, we still suggest that you do some adjustments […]
Where to install your solar panels: on the ground or on the roof?
This article will cover the following points: The installation of a solar energy system can be done in different places and on different surfaces, as long as the panels receive enough sunlight. To be able to decide on the best location for the installation, one must first be aware of the pros and cons of […]
Tesla Solar Roof: How much does it cost?
** Update: As of May 1st, 2020, the cost of Tesla solar roof tiles is 30.77 $CAD per square foot (before taxes). For a standard 1800 square foot roof, the total cost would be 55 386 $CAD (before taxes). This cost is based on a roof made of 35 percent solar tiles. ** Tesla’s solar […]
The Quebec photovoltaic potential, a potential that surprises many
This article will cover the following points: Photovoltaic potential definition Photovoltaic potential refers to the energy production potential of a photovoltaic solar panel relative to its nominal power and is generally measured in kWh/ kW/year. The higher the potential, the greater the amount of energy that can be produced. For example, a photovoltaic potential of […]