Detailed Home Solar Battery Guide
Detailed cost comparison and lifecycle analysis of the leading home energy storage batteries. We review the most popular lithium-ion battery technologies including the Tesla Powerwall 2, LG RESU, PylonTech, Simpliphi, Sonnen, Powerplus Energy, plus the lithium titanate batteries from Zenaji and Kilowatt Labs.
MPPT Solar Charge Controllers Explained
Solar Charge Controllers are one of the most affordable and effective devices used to charge battery systems using solar. We explain how a MPPT charge controller works and how to select the right size solar charge controller for your solar system.
Home solar battery systems - Comparison and costs
An introduction to the many home solar battery options available along with detailed reviews, cost comparisons, alternatives to buying a battery, solar EV charging, and a basic guide to the most popular solar battery systems.
Best MPPT Solar Charge Controllers 2022
We review the best quality and highest performing MPPT solar charge controllers used for DIY and professional off-grid solar installations. The worlds leading MPPT manufacturers including Victron, AERL, Outback Power, Morningstar and Schneider Electric.
Solar innovation awards
The 2021 Clean Energy Reviews innovation awards for the most innovative solar, inverter, battery, and EV charging products. These are the stand-out products developed to improve performance and reliability, increase efficiency, and make life easier for both users and installers.
What is a hybrid inverter
We explain the difference between an intelligent hybrid inverter and a common solar inverter and illustrate how a hybrid solar system works and the backup power capabilities available using battery storage systems and solar.
LG RESU Battery Review
The range of LG chem RESU batteries might have positioned LG as the leader in home energy storage options. However, a global recall due to safety issues has taken the shine off the once-prominent battery manufacturer.
BYD Battery Review
BYD is the largest Chinese manufacturer of lithium batteries and has dominated the Chinese electric vehicle and energy storage market for some time. We review the 3rd-generation BYD battery systems which are growing in popularity due to the wide range of capacities and options to suit both on-grid and off-grid applications.
Tesla Powerwall 2 Vs LG RESU Vs Sonnen ECO Vs BYD
We review and compare the Tesla Powerwall 2 with the popular LG RESU lithium battery which is considered the leading competitor to the Powerwall, plus the well known German Sonnen and the large Chinese manufacturer BYD.
Best 60A+ MPPT Solar Charge Controllers
We review the best quality and highest performing MPPT solar charge controllers used for professional off-grid solar installations. from the worlds leading MPPT manufacturers including Victron, AERL, Outback Power, Morningstar, Midnite solar and Schneider Electric.
Lead-acid Vs lithium-ion batteries
Despite the higher cost, lithium-ion batteries have surged in popularity and have become the preferred option for solar and home energy storage systems. We compare the leading lithium batteries from Simpliphi and Pylontech against the advanced deep-cycle lead-acid batteries from Narada and BAE.
Solar systems explained - On-grid, Off-grid & Hybrid
Introduction to the main types of solar power systems: on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid with battery storage. We explain the main components of a solar system and describe what type of inverter, batteries and other equipment is required for each type of system.
Deep cycle batteries - Flooded, AGM, Gel & Lead carbon
Introduction into lead-acid deep cycle batteries, how they work, their benefits and limitations.
Energy storage – Different battery types
Solar batteries technology and chemistry. Introduction into the different types of batteries available for off-grid and hybrid solar systems.