Build Your Own Solar Panel

I have been quietly predicting that something would come along in the realm of solar power technology that would be a real game changer and I think the microinverters from Enphase Energy might be that something.? Conventional solar arrays have one DC to AC power inverter.? The advantages of having a small inverter that is attached to each panel may not be obvious, but they are numerous and they are significant. More on solar power inverters...

Taking a 60 hour course for solar installation may seem like overkill if you are only planning on completing one DIY solar panel project. It might be a good investment if your project is extremely ambitious. Taking the $795 course that I found could conceivably prevent a $1,000 mistake. More about solar panel installation training...

Do it yourself projects represent freedom to many of us, but any big projects typically come under the watchful eye of Big Brother (or maybe just Uncle Civil Servant).

In the case of solar panel installations, it is NOT better to ask forgiveness than for permission. More on permits for solar panels...