About Jen Merithew

Jen Merithew - Author of Solar Reviews

Jen Merithew

Written Content Manager

Catherine is the Written Content Manager at SolarReviews, where she has been at the forefront of researching and reporting on the solar industry since 2019.

She leads a dynamic team in producing informative and engaging content on residential solar to help homeowners make informed decisions about investing in solar panels.

Catherine’s expertise has garnered attention from leading industry publications, with her work being featured in Solar Today Magazine and Solar Industry Magazine. Her insights have also been cited by outlets, including Forbes and Bloomberg, solidifying her reputation as a go-to source for reliable information on solar technology and sustainability.

Before joining SolarReviews, Catherine worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm, where she researched, inspected, and analyzed environmental remediation, indoor health, and construction cost claims. This experience gave Catherine a practical understanding of the unique challenges faced by the environmental and construction sectors.

Catherine holds a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from Ramapo College of New Jersey, where she completed research on bird migration for the Ecological Society of America conference. She has also completed Solar Energy International’s PV 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation training course and is OSHA certified.

When she’s not writing about the solar industry, you can find Catherine at the movies or trying to master the New York Times crossword.

Recent articles by Jen Merithew

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

Jen Merithew

March 31, 2022

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

This article breaks down what appliances a solar battery can run during a power outage and how long they can run for.

New affordable sonnenCore battery gives Tesla a run for its money

Jen Merithew

November 24, 2020

New affordable sonnenCore battery gives Tesla a run for its money

The new - and affordable - sonnenCore battery looks like it will be a main competitor to the Tesla Powerwall. While substantially cheaper than other sonnen batteries, it doesn't skimp on impressive features.

Are free solar panels actually free?

Jen Merithew

January 23, 2017

Are free solar panels actually free?

Free solar panels allow you to install solar panels with no upfront cost, however, you get lower long electric bill savings in the long run.

Solar batteries 101: key terms you need to know

Jen Merithew

May 13, 2022

Solar batteries 101: key terms you need to know

A list of important key terms about solar batteries.

Should Texas homeowners go solar with Oncor Electric Delivery?

Jen Merithew

April 29, 2022

Should Texas homeowners go solar with Oncor Electric Delivery?

Going solar in Texas can be tricky, having to parse through various electric providers and utilities. Here’s everything you need to know as a solar homeowner with Oncor Electric Delivery.

Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart battery program: what you need to know

Jen Merithew

September 9, 2022

Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart battery program: what you need to know

Learn more about Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart battery program and whether it's right for you.

New Yorkers’ guide to going solar with Con Edison

Jen Merithew

June 28, 2022

New Yorkers’ guide to going solar with Con Edison

Everything homeowners need to know about going solar as a Con Edison customer.

New Yorker's guide to going solar with National Grid

Jen Merithew

October 6, 2022

New Yorker's guide to going solar with National Grid

A breakdown of what National Grid customers need to know about going solar in New York.

Is it a good idea to go solar as an Entergy Texas customer?

Jen Merithew

March 15, 2022

Is it a good idea to go solar as an Entergy Texas customer?

Texas utility Entergy credits its solar customers for their excess energy at the ‘buyback rate’, which is lower than the retail rate. So, is going solar worth it as an Entergy customer?