Welcome to the Solar Academy

How Solar Energy Storage Systems Work

In lesson 1 we discuss Solar Energy Storage Systems. In other words, batteries! To understand how storage systems work, you first need to know what home solar systems are made up of and how the components work together. 

How to Read a Utility Bill

In this lesson, we teach you the different terms that are commonly used on utility bills and explain how some of the charges are calculated for various types of billing arrangements.

How Solar Panels Work

In this lesson, we teach you the science behind solar panels, how they collect energy and how that energy is distributed throughout your home.

Inverters and Charge Controllers

In this lesson, we teach you all about Inverters, Charge Controllers and the technology behind how they work.

Undersizing a Solar Inverter

Undersizing has become a best practice in modern-day solar systems because not only does it produce the best power output, but also can save you money in the long run. Freedom Forever can design and build the ideal solar system for your home.

Load Controllers

For utilities with demand charges, installing a load controller can be a great way for you to limit peaks in electricity use for your home and save money.

Monitor Your System Like a Pro

In this lesson, we teach you all about Inverters, Charge Controllers and the technology behind how they work.

  • Puerto Rico Crew

  • The Reyes: Our Freedom Story

    Unexpected power outages are part of daily life in Puerto Rico. When the Reyes received a power generator for their home, Freedom Forever helped them get their power from the sun! Since then, daily life has gone on as normal, just without the power outages. Los cortes de energía inesperados son parte de la vida…

  • The Martins: Our Freedom Story

    The Martins inherited their solar panels when they bought their house. But, with seven people living in their home, the existing panel and generator combo was just not cutting it. With Freedom Forever, they were able to add extra panels and a Tesla battery to their system. Now, they do not need to worry about…

  • The Picks: Our Freedom Story

    When utility bills got too high, The Picks took the leap to go solar with Freedom Forever.

  • The Websters: Our Freedom Story

    The Websters’ experience with Freedom Forever’s installers included fast, efficient service and a lot of financial savings with their new solar investment!

  • Podcast: Behind the Scenes of the Inflation Reduction Act with SEIA’s Abby Ross Hopper & John Smirnow: Part 2

    In part 2 of this special edition episode with SEIA, Abby and John break down the government’s new incentives and how that will change the future of solar. With the increasing complexity of foreign imports and supply chain limitations, it’s clear that we need to grow solar manufacturing in the United States. Thanks to SEIA…