A good solar monitoring system doesn’t just track your solar panel’s output — it also helps you use less energy. We looked for solar monitoring systems that go above and beyond tracking and found ...

SolarCity updates its solar panel monitoring software to include home electricity usage, while Open Energy is creating a touch-screen device to track energy usage and production. Martin LaMonica is a ...

Solar energy is no longer just a clean alternative; it’s becoming a cornerstone of the global energy system. In 2026, high efficiency solar panels are leading this transformation, delivering more ...

You may assume you just stick solar panels on your roof and never have to think about them again. Like almost anything you expect to run for decades, though, solar panels need a little maintenance.

For a couple hours on April 8, solar panels on homes in southern parts of the state won’t be very useful. Credit: David Brooks / Monitor staff Like many of you I am really looking forward to next ...