by EFS Energy | Jul 11, 2022 | Solar Energy Article, Solar Panels Article
When you’re considering going solar, there’s a lot of new information to absorb. How does solar work? What is net metering? What incentives are available? And, increasingly, do I need batteries? One of our most important jobs as a solar energy installer is to educate...
by EFS Energy | Jun 14, 2022 | Savings Article, Solar Energy Article
If you live in Southern Illinois, you’ve likely been hearing a lot about rising electricity bills lately. Ameren Illinois announced recently that, starting in June, customers will see increases in their electric bill – on average, an extra $52 monthly, or $626...
by EFS Energy | Dec 20, 2021 | Solar Panels Article
Solar panels are made by arranging solar cells on a single back sheet. This arrangement of cells is covered by a glass pane and held together by a frame. The primary function of solar cells is to convert sunlight into electricity, but they can’t do this unless they go...
by EFS Energy | Dec 20, 2021 | Solar Energy Article, Solar Panels Article
The Power of the Sun Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is nothing new. In fact, its origin dates back to 1839 when French physicist Alexandre Edmond Becquerellar first demonstrated the photovoltaic effect, or the ability of a solar cell to convert sunlight into...
by EFS Energy | Sep 15, 2020 | Agricultural Article, Renewable Energy Article, Solar Panels Article, Solar Power Article
What if the secret to a successful farm has been staring at you each morning? Thanks to solar power, the sun is a great source of power for your farm. Unfortunately, many fans don’t know about the possibilities of solar. Curious what the sun can do for you and...
by EFS Energy | Aug 15, 2020 | Agricultural Article, Commercial Article, Savings Article, Solar Panels Article
Are you concerned about fossil fuel emissions? Are you considering installing solar panels in your home? The power the sun provides is clean and renewable. Oil, coal, and gas release harmful emissions into the air. Solar energy, by contrast, doesn’t produce any...
