A grid-tied solar system synchronizes with the local grid so your home can use both energy sources simultaneously. Learn more about how grid-tied panels work.

True off-grid systems arent connected to the power grid, so they need a bank of batteries. RVs, campers and outbuildings are perfect candidates for an off-grid system.

Kicking your utility to the curb sounds like a great deal, but it's more difficult than it sounds. Here's what it takes to go off the grid with solar panels.

Off-grid solar systems use solar batteries to operate fully independent of the power grid, but typically cost more than grid-tied systems.

Rooftop solar is now on half of the homes in Australia’s most advanced renewable grid. Local network boss explains why it is a testing ground for other state networks.

There are two primary installation strategies for solar panels: as part of a grid-connected system, or as an off-the-grid system. Some systems have the components to do both of these processes.

Looking for a completely off-grid solar system? Our favorite brands are SunPower, Sunrun, Tesla Energy, ShopSolar and Elevation Solar.