Expert perspectives on power monitoring, demand response, energy efficiency regulations and industry technology trends.
After a decade of specifying and breaking SMA inverters, I've made every mistake in the book. From warranty claims to choosing between string and micro—here's what I wish I'd known. [...]
An installer's honest FAQ on SMA micro inverters, 2023 shipment figures, whole home generator integration in Central PA, and choosing between solar and gas backups—based on real projects and documented mistakes. [...]
An emergency specialist's no-nonsense guide to selecting an inverter generator for a 50-amp RV, prioritizing power needs, reliability, and total cost of ownership over brand hype. [...]
An admin buyer shares a story of a critical weekend trip ruined by a solar generator that wasn't reliable enough for CPAP use, and how the search for a solution led to understanding the value of the SMA Inverter Manager. [...]
Troubleshooting your SMA inverter? I've made the mistakes so you don't have to. Here are 7 real-world problems and how to fix them, based on years of field experience. [...]
A practical, opinionated look at why SMA Solar Technology and their Sunny Boy inverters remain a top choice for commercial and utility-scale projects, despite industry changes and new market entrants. Includes 2023 shipment data and real-world procurement advice. [...]
A quality manager answers common questions about SMA inverters, including the 50 kW manual, hybrid models, and how to test for power using a multimeter, based on real project experience. [...]
A procurement manager challenges conventional wisdom on budgeting for commercial solar projects, arguing that focusing on inverter unit price misses the real cost drivers. Using the SMA 100kW inverter as a case study, the article reveals a counterintuitive cost-saving strategy. [...]
An honest, experience-based breakdown of SMA's strengths and limits for commercial and utility-scale solar projects, drawing on industry data and real-world procurement lessons. [...]
A candid, experience-based review of SMA inverters focusing on real-world performance, sizing mistakes, and the hidden costs of going solar. Written from the perspective of someone who has made (and documented) costly errors with both solar and backup generators. [...]