Resources

Discussion Boards

Solar Panel Talk is a solar forum dedicated to helping people with their solar panel questions by people who have solar panels and professionals in the solar industry.

Find a contractor

eLocal is one of the easiest and most convenient ways for consumers to find businesses and services in their local area. Search one of the the top ranked directories for finding local plumbers, roofers, and electricians who can assist you with any home repair or remodeling project.

Solar energy information

Home Power magazine: Since 1987, Home Power magazine has been the leading renewable energy information source for end-users and professional alike. Topics include solar, wind, and hydro-electricity, solar hot water, energy efficient building, clean transportation technologies, and much more.

Solar Home Review is an educational blog from Canada providing information on residential solar installation, solar products and services, and news about renewable energy projects and related current energy issues from around the world.

Solar organizations

Solar Electric Light Fund is a non-profit charity which promotes solar rural electrification and energy self- sufficiency in developing countries.

Solar Sonoma County is a consortium of local governments, businesses, solar vendors, energy efficiency professionals, nonprofits, and individuals working collaboratively to advance Sonoma County's transition to clean, renewable energy.

Training

The Solar Living Institute, a nonprofit solar and sustainability training organization, has been providing professional solar training and a wide array of sustainability courses for over 12 years.

US Solar Institute is licensed by the Department of Education and is the only solar training school to offer a Diploma in Photovoltaics. We are the fastest growing professional solar PV energy training program in the world and are considered the premier Florida and Caribbean solar educational institute because our program and courses have been designed by solar professionals.