• Balkonkraftwerk – Can Germany’s solar balcony revolution spread to Canada?

    There’s a new type of small-scale solar that is bringing solar PV to a new segment of customers. It began in Germany where it’s called balkonkraftwerk, or “balcony powerplant”, but it’s also known as plug-in PV, balcony solar, and micro PV. Balcony solar has already been widely adopted across Germany and Spain, and it is…

  • Get more out of your solar with a light-coloured roof!

    Our solar experts at Merlyn Power want you to get the most power out of your solar PV system, and to keep your maintenance costs as low as possible. That way, you get the best return on your investment while doing the most to protect the environment. If your roof shingles are in poor condition,…

  • A closer look at the Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program

    Should I be excited about the Ontario Solar rebates? New rebates for solar and batteries sound good, but is this a good deal for Ontario consumers? Not so much. The Ontario Home Renovation Savings (OHRS) program offers up to $10000 towards solar/batteries but there is a catch in how the energy is credited, or in…