Every major news outlet in the country is following California solar manufacturer Solydra’s bankruptcy and the ripple effect this is having on the solar industry. Political debate about the propriety of government loans, albeit legitimate, has lead to speculation that this is the beginning of...

After the Maryland Energy Administration has received and accepted all required final installation grant documentation based on a Maryland solar panel installation, grant payment is typically processed in 6-8 weeks. The entire process includes the initial application and review period, the length of...

One of the most common questions people have about solar water heaters in Maryland is, “Will it work on cloudy days?” The answer (without question) is…YES! This post goes into detail about solar water heaters in Maryland. First, light and heat are both forms of energy. Solar water heater...

The earliest solar water heater was, not surprisingly, a tub placed in direct sunlight during the day. In the late morning, the water would begin to heat and provide hot water into the late afternoon. Naturally, the water quickly cooled with the sun’s setting. People primarily used cook stoves to...

The popularity of solar energy in Maryland is increasing dramatically. It is incredibly exciting to see so many homeowners and businesses making the switch to clean, renewable solar energy in Maryland. Here is a powerful fact that many people are not aware of… We are in a better location for solar...