The "Solar America Initiative" team has conducted numeorus tests in preparing the shingles for market. "We've thrown everything you can imagine at them from (simulated) hail to fire to see how they ...

A New Jersey-based firm has launched the latest upgrade of the world’s first nailable solar shingle. GAF Energy’s Timberline Solar ES 2 reportedly delivers 23% more power than its predecessor, ...

Solar roof shingles combine roofing and electricity generation: Solar roof shingles are photovoltaic cells, captivating sunlight and translating it into energy. Most solar shingles are 12 inches wide ...

Why choose a solar shingle over traditional solar panels? Solar panels can look bulky and detract from the beautiful aesthetic of your home. Solar shingles, on the other hand, integrate into your roof ...

RGS Energy has seen such strong demand for the Powerhouse solar shingle that it has inked a deal with a second injection molding partner to meet demand for the shingle system, which combines solar ...

For people who are looking to go solar but don't want panels on their roof, a new and improved option has come along. According to CleanTechnica, GAF Energy recently unveiled the next generation of ...

Installing a solar roof in your home is a great way to reduce both your carbon footprint and your energy costs, but unfortunately, actually getting one on top of your house is usually a rather large ...

Deciding to embrace solar power for your home is a big deal, and there are a lot of things to keep in mind when shopping around. Beyond simply deciding between installation companies, though, you also ...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed his company will begin taking orders in April for its latest product: roof shingles that are tougher than standard roof coverings and can enable an energy-independent ...

MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dow Solar continues its expansion of the DOW POWERHOUSE™ Solar Shingle market availability to now include San Antonio and Austin, so homeowners in central Texas can ...

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MIDLAND -- Solar shingles is not a new disease, but Dow Chemical Co. hopes they spread like gangrene. During the past year, engineers, scientists and others at Dow Solar Solutions -- a $50 million ...