Solar Energy 101

Check out these energy efficiency tips to save money and conserve resources. And remember: Solar energy savings cover most energy use!

With this beginner's guide to solar panels, learn what solar panels are, their history, different types, how they work and much more.

The city of Irving plans to transition all its owned buildings and facilities to 100% renewable energy by 2023.

Texas is home to many renewable energy organizations, and we're big fans of a steadfast renewable energy organization. Check out these 12!

Pursue a federal solar panel incentive if you have or plan to install a solar PV system. Our guide outlines your major options.

Tesla is bringing a fully solar-powered neighborhood dubbed “SunHouse at Easton Park” to Austin’s southeast end.

In April of 2021, Houston officials announced the launch of a citywide solar co-op: Sunnyside Energy Community Solar.

Solar panel maintenance is usually minimal, but taking small steps can ensure they run as smoothly and efficiently as possible for years.

Need roof repairs? Let the experts at Freedom Solar Power help with removing solar panels and reinstalling them to get your project going.

How much do solar panels cost in San Antonio? Understand what you can expect to spend and ways to save with local rebates and incentives.

Considering solar panels for your residence in Austin? Find out how much solar panels cost in Austin and ways to save!

How much do solar panels cost in Dallas-Fort Worth? We help answer that question and discuss the rebates and incentives available in DFW.

Have you ever wondered how many solar panels you need? It depends on your average energy consumption. Read more here!

How do solar panels work? Read more to answer that question and help you understand how solar panels can save you money and help the planet.

Learn about the cost of solar panels in Houston, as well as federal and local incentives that make going solar easier than ever.

How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Denver? Find Out the Cost of Residential Solar Panel Installations in Denver, Colorado.

How Much Do Solar Panels Cost In Colorado Springs? Read More About The Cost Of Residential Solar Panel Installations In Colorado Springs.

How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Colorado? Find Out the Average Cost of Residential Solar Panel Installations in Colorado.

A winter storm power outage can be devastating, as Winter Storm Uri proved in Texas. We summarize the event and how to maintain power.

Find out why Austin is a top solar city and how Freedom Solar can help your home or business join the solar revolution.

Wondering whether solar panels work in winter? Find everything you need to know about how solar panels perform in snow and wintry weather.

With schooling increasingly occurring at home, spice up your virtual learning with two fun and easy solar STEM projects!

In Texas, solar power is taking off. Read about solar power in the major Texas economic markets: Austin, Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.

Freedom Solar has received another energy awards, Maxeon (previously SunPower)'s 2019 Residential National Top Producer of the Year award. Read more here!

Solar power just hasn’t taken off in Dallas and Houston like it has in other areas of Texas. Here’s why — and why it may be changing.

New solar requirement's in California and mandatory solar panels could spell big things for solar energy — especially here in Texas.

A huge new Fort Bend solar installation stands to change the face of Houston’s — and Texas’s — solar energy capacity.

These eight green energy companies in Texas are giving Texans a lot of reasons to love the Lone Star State

We rely on these six great green energy bloggers and journalists to keep us up to speed. Staying current on sustainability solo can be taxing!

The Georgetown green renewable initiative is setting precedents, how did they get to 100 percent renewable energy? Read on to find out!

Our project manager Ryan Albert taught solar energy for kids at Mott Elementary in Pflugerville, Texas. Here's how it went!

Freedom Solar will be participating in events throughout Texas this fall. Check one out and stop by to say hello.

On our Texas Energy Lab radio show and podcast, you can listen to conversations with fascinating guests about their take on sustainability.

Check out our infographic to learn about how solar works, the current state of U.S. solar capacity and growth, and what the future holds.

Gain energy independence by going solar. Read more about different types of energy sources, both renewable and nonrenewable.

Learn all about off grid solar systems, off grid solar panels, and the many benefits of off grid solar systems today!

We've compiled 50 interesting solar power facts. Check out the list to learn all about solar power, from its benefits to the entire industry!

Read more about Buck Johnston and Camp Boswell story with the Wrong Store in Marfa, Texas. A collection of quirky and eclectic treasures!

The corporate sector is continuing its push toward renewable energy as its benefits become more widely recognized.

We break down the details of the recent tariff on imported solar cells and modules and share what it means for our business.

See why this artist in Alpine, Texas chose Freedom Solar for a more sustainable future. Get a free solar analysis for your home today!

Take a trip down memory lane! Here's a look back at our 10 favorite Freedom Solar installations of 2017 for Texas homes and businesses.

Jerry went solar last fall and earned utility credit to pay nothing for electricity this year. Read this solar panel customer reviews!

Willie Nelson’s story shows how solar can help you and your neighbors. Call Freedom Solar at (800) 504-2337 and tell us Willie sent you!

Here are the solar rebates and incentives you can start embracing in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area.

Maxeon (previously SunPower) vs. Tesla: Understand the differences between a Maxeon (previously SunPower) high-efficiency solar array and a Tesla solar roof. Contact us for info!