For Part 2 of our Rapid Shutdown Series (RSD) blog, we are going to discuss RSD options for charge controllers. As there were initially very few options when the code was released in 2014 that provided the required shutdown at the solar panels' output (module level shutdown), with charge controllers, the code was not always enforced...

The National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for solar PV system rapid shutdown were introduced in 2014, but if you haven't been keeping up since then, we're going to explain here how rapid shutdown for PV systems has evolved over the last six years...

We're always looking for ways to make it easier for people to use renewable energy at their homes and businesses, and we are pleased to announce a new one: FREE SHIPPING on orders placed on RealGoods.com!

What do you get when you cross one partner's love for coffee and baking, with the other's can-do attitude and draw to renewable energy? A solar-powered café on wheels...

As Earth Day celebrates its 50th birthday this April 22, we take a look at the holiday's origin and growth, and look ahead to a very special offer coming soon...

Are you interested in designing an off-grid solar system? Here are the 6 steps to get you started...