Why Panel Orientation Matters
Many factors contribute to the effectiveness of solar panels. Two important factors to consider are panel alignment (direction) and angle...
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- Feb 11
- 2 min
Debunking Solar Panel Myths
The solar energy industry is growing and advancing rapidly. This means that there may be information out there that was accurate several...
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fssolarut
- Jan 10
- 2 min
Caring for Your Solar Panels
Maintaining your solar panels is beneficial for the life of the panels and to help improve the efficiency of the entire system. Solar...
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fssolarut
- Dec 12, 2022
- 2 min
Soaring Solar
Larger investments into clean energy are being put into place throughout the United States to combat climate change. President Biden...
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fssolarut
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Cloudy Days Don’t Rain on our Parade
A common concern we hear from potential customers is about the efficacy of solar panels on cloudy days. Solar panels, of course, need...
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fssolarut
- Oct 2, 2022
- 2 min
Solar Energy vs Fossil Fuels
Historically, Utah has been coal country. The Utah Geological Survey states: “Utah’s most economic coal reserves are located in three...
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fssolarut
- Sep 4, 2022
- 2 min
Electric Cars Increase Solar Demand
Are you noticing more and more electric vehicles on the road lately? It would make sense! The Utah Division of Motor Vehicles reports EV...
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fssolarut
- Aug 25, 2022
- 2 min
Solar Panels for Your RV?
During the pandemic, many people purchased RVs as a way to vacation safely during a stressful time. RVing around the country is a great...
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fssolarut
- Jul 26, 2022
- 2 min
Minimizing Summer Heat Gain
The summer heat can increase the amount of energy needed for your home. You’re A/C is running a good portion of each day, you’re doing...
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fssolarut
- Jun 15, 2022
- 2 min
Cleaning Solar Panels without Water
Did you know that dust accumulation on solar panels can negatively impact their energy output by as much as 30% in just one month?...
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fssolarut
- May 15, 2022
- 2 min
Considerations Before Installing Solar Panels
Each year, solar power gets smarter, and the benefits keep improving. In Utah, tax credits and affordability make it a great financial...
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fssolarut
- Apr 15, 2022
- 2 min
Solar Power Basics
Solar panels are becoming a common site around Utah, and with good reason. Solar panels are an efficient and clean way to access energy...
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fssolarut
- Mar 15, 2022
- 2 min
Utah Loves Solar
According to ABC 4News, Utah has the second largest solar economy in the United States, coming in between Nevada (No. 1) and California...
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fssolarut
- Feb 15, 2022
- 2 min
Solar Panels on Historic Buildings
A recent study in Bath, England points out the importance of solar panels on historic buildings with complex architecture. The Centre for...
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fssolarut
- Jan 15, 2022
- 2 min
Installing Solar in the Winter
We often get asked if it’s safe or effective to install solar panels in the wintertime, and the answer is yes. More and more homeowners...
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fssolarut
- Dec 15, 2021
- 2 min
Gift the Power of Solar this Christmas
Solar energy is progressing every day. New projects are unfolding consistently, and improvements are quickly advancing the efficiency and...
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fssolarut
- Nov 15, 2021
- 2 min
Solar and Storage Expansion Projects
California Dreamin’ The need for clean power is on the rise. The 100-MW Rabbitbrush Solar and Storage project in Kern County, California...
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fssolarut
- Oct 16, 2021
- 2 min
5 Reasons to Get Solar for Your Commercial Building
If you’ve been on the fence about getting solar power in your commercial building, this article is for you. What once may have been a...
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fssolarut
- Sep 15, 2021
- 2 min
Five Things You May Not Know About Solar Energy
The solar industry is growing and changing quickly. There are many reasons to choose solar power for your home or business, and you’ve...
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fssolarut
- Aug 15, 2021
- 2 min
Is Solar Energy Practical and Affordable?
Did you hear about the solar roof tiles Tesla talked about back in 2016? Well, they’re supposed to be really cool, but we’re not seeing...
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