About Catherine Lane

Catherine Lane - Author of Solar Reviews

Catherine Lane

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 Catherine Lane

NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more

Catherine Lane

August 11, 2022

NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more

The average electric bill in New Jersey is about $116, but homeowners can install solar panels to bring that down to $0.

Green Mountain Power’s new energy storage lease explained

Catherine Lane

April 5, 2022

Green Mountain Power’s new energy storage lease explained

GMP is offering 100 Vermont homeowners the opportunity to lease Enphase backup batteries for their homes. Is it as good of a deal as the utility claims?

New Mexico’s solar tax credit is back with big savings

Catherine Lane

March 12, 2020

New Mexico’s solar tax credit is back with big savings

Reviewing how much you can save with New Mexico's reinstated solar tax credit.

Everything you need to know about Tesla’s commercial solar program

Catherine Lane

September 17, 2019

Everything you need to know about Tesla’s commercial solar program

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently announced Tesla’s new commercial solar program, specifically tailored for business owners.

Is solar air conditioning right for you?

Catherine Lane

June 14, 2019

Is solar air conditioning right for you?

Installing solar panels on your home will result in lower utility bills. But what about when you install a solar air conditioner? Will you recoup your investment?

Complete review of the Q CELLS Q.HOME solar battery

Catherine Lane

September 16, 2021

Complete review of the Q CELLS Q.HOME solar battery

Q CELLS released its home solar battery storage solution, Q.HOME. Should you choose it over other solar batteries like the Tesla Powerwall or LG Chem?

How is solar energy stored?

Catherine Lane

July 12, 2021

How is solar energy stored?

Solar energy storage lets you save excess solar electricity for later, which comes with a number of benefits, including backup power and bill savings.

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? What you need to know

Catherine Lane

April 30, 2019

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? What you need to know

Is it better to lease or buy solar panels? We answer this question and explain how these financing options work, and which might be right for you.

Residential incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act: What you need to know

Catherine Lane

August 12, 2022

Residential incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act: What you need to know

A breakdown of the incentives for residential solar, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient upgrades in the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act.