What Country is Leading the Solar Revolution?

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Many industries have taken a hit over the past five years as the result of a shaky European economy and a recent significant United States based panel manufacturer failure. However, the solar market has continued to follow a rapid upward trajectory since 2011. A combination of new applications, reduced costs, and ample investor interest has kept people wondering what country is leading the solar revolution. The following 10 countries lead the pack. Belgium. During 2010,Belgium grew to over ...Read more

5 Reasons why Solar Energy is Awesome

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Are you considering converting to solar energy in your home or business but aren't convinced yet? Have you looked into your options a little but still don't believe that solar is a viable alternative to standard grid electric? As fuel and gas costs continue to rise, solar energy systems can be an eco-friendly, cost-effective option for many homeowners. There are a wide variety of incentives that make people take the plunge to solar (and never look back), but here are 5 reasons why solar energy ...Read more

Ways to Stay Protected from the Sun

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Look out – summertime is just about here and that means having fun in the sun. We all know how much the sun can benefit us with solar power, but whether you enjoy walking the dog, cycling, running, hiking, swimming, or other outdoor activities, you need to play it safe when outdoors. As wonderful as it is, the sun can quickly cause sunburns and damage your skin without you even realizing it. For example, did you know that almost 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers are related to exposure ...Read more

Solar Air Conditioners – It’s Happening Now

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As temperatures continue to rise, we are all looking for new ways to stay cool without spending too much on energy costs. All across the country, we are breaking temperature records and you’ve probably broken a few records of your own on your “sky high” electric bill. If you rent or live in a building with any type of air conditioner, we bet that you've wished you could turn on your AC and bask in the cool air. Most of us only give air-conditioning a second thought between June and September; ...Read more

Schools Go Solar

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Everyone's heard of the painful budget cuts that education has been receiving all across the country. For some districts, the result has been teacher and staff layoffs, others, simply no new books. A few schools, though, found this an opportunity to look into investing in the future. By converting to solar energy, many schools are discovering the comfort of a low energy bill--all while setting a good example for their staff and students. In America, over five hundred K-12 schools have switched ...Read more

Solar Water Heaters – Why Should You Use One?

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Look up. The sun is the oldest form of energy on Earth. People have been using solar power to cook and keep warm for centuries, and today, harnessing the sun's energy is easier than ever, and you don't have to be a millionaire to do it. What are Solar Water Heaters? Solar water heaters use the sun's warmth to heat water for your home. If you home uses a lot of hot water or for backup water heating on cloudy days you may need a separate, standard water heater. To use a solar water heater ...Read more

What You Can Do With The Extra Money You Save On Solar

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IMAGE: Tesla Model S One of the benefits of switching to solar energy is all of the money you will save on utility bills. Once you start saving money, you may find yourself wondering what to do with it all. Here are a few ideas on what you can do with the extra money you save on solar energy. The first idea is using your energy savings for other expenses and bills. You can reduce the stress you may be feeling from other expenses and bills you have to take care of. Use the money for grocery ...Read more

Thin Layer Solar Cells – How they will change the Industry? Part II

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When you think about solar power, you probably picture large panels covering the roofs of buildings, but there is a new technology emerging in the solar industry – thin layer solar cells. What are thin layer solar cells? Commonly referred to as thin film, they are much like they sound – thin, flexible solar panels that convert sunlight to electricity and resemble film. If you’ve ever used a solar-powered calculator you’ve seen thin film. Thin film is manufactured in large rolls by ...Read more

Need for Mo Speed!

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Awesome things about Paramount Solar: We save people money on their electric bill, we help reduce our carbon footprint, and now, we have a race car. After doing some drag racing at Sacramento Raceway, one of our very own solar consultants, Mo Abhat, switched over to oval track racing. Now, in order to race, what do you need? You need a car and a sponsor, and that is exactly what Mo began to seek out. Once Mo was able to buy his new car, he stripped it down to the bones and began to build ...Read more

Using Asphalt and Roadways to Harness Solar Power

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Using asphalt and roadways to harness solar power may sound like something out of science fiction novel, but it’s actually scientific fact that such technology is currently under development. In 2009, inventor Scott Brusaw, founder of the company Solar Roadways, was awarded $100,000 by the Federal Highway Administration to explore his concept for solar-powered roads. After successfully building a prototype, Brusaw received a $750,000 two-year contract to demonstrate the technology in a ...Read more