Homeowner’s Guide to Solar - Department of Energy
Investments from the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) have made solar energy more affordable for American consumers. You may be considering the option of adding …
How Does Solar Work? - Department of Energy
Below, you can find resources and information on the basics of solar radiation, photovoltaic and concentrating solar-thermal power technologies, electrical grid systems integration, and the non …
Planning a Home Solar Electric System | Department of Energy
Purchasing a solar energy system with cash or a loan is the best option when you want to maximize the financial benefits of installing solar panels, take advantage of tax credits, and increase the market …
Solar Energy - Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2025 · There are two main types of solar energy technologies—photovoltaics (PV) and concentrating solar-thermal power (CSP). On this page you’ll find resources to learn what solar …
Solar Energy Resources - Department of Energy
A curated list of government-funded resources and guides on solar energy technologies to make it easier for you to find information about solar.
Solar Energy Technologies Office - Department of Energy
Jan 15, 2025 · Solar technologies convert sunlight into electrical energy either through photovoltaic (PV) panels or through mirrors that concentrate solar radiation. This energy can be used to generate …
Agrivoltaics: Solar and Agriculture Co-Location - Department of Energy
Most large, ground‐mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are installed on land used only for solar energy production. However, it is possible to co-locate solar systems and agriculture on the same land.
Solar Integration: Solar Energy and Storage Basics - Department of …
Sometimes energy storage is co-located with, or placed next to, a solar energy system, and sometimes the storage system stands alone, but in either configuration, it can help more effectively integrate …
First Made-in-USA Solar Plant Set to Power ... - Department of Energy
Jan 15, 2025 · This is the first publicly announced utility-scale solar project with U.S.-built panels that’s expected to qualify for the domestic content tax credit. It will supply electricity for multiple Google …
A Guide to Fire Safety with Solar Systems - Department of Energy
With the continued increase in solar installations throughout the U.S., many questions have come up regarding solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and fire safety. While properly installed systems by …