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

Solar battery buyer’s guide: how to choose the right home battery

Jen Merithew

July 21, 2021

Solar battery buyer’s guide: how to choose the right home battery

The factors you need to consider when shopping for a home solar battery, including price, power rating, lifespan, safety rating, and more.

Complete review of Solaria solar panels

Jen Merithew

September 7, 2021

Complete review of Solaria solar panels

Complete breakdown of Solaria solar panels, including an explanation of products, warranty, cost, and if they're worth the investment.

Should you buy Boviet solar panels?

Jen Merithew

September 10, 2021

Should you buy Boviet solar panels?

It costs less to install Boviet solar panels than most other solar panel brands, but do the cost savings make going solar with this value brand worth it? Let's find out.

NeoVolta: Is this new solar battery brand here to stay?

Jen Merithew

September 17, 2021

NeoVolta: Is this new solar battery brand here to stay?

NeoVolta is a solar battery manufacturing startup that produces safe, high performance batteries at a reasonable price. Are they right for your home?

Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?

Jen Merithew

October 13, 2021

Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?

Interested in solar loans? Read our breakdown of what to expect with a GreenSky solar loan.

Homeowner’s guide to financing solar with Sunlight Financial

Jen Merithew

November 3, 2021

Homeowner’s guide to financing solar with Sunlight Financial

Explaining the solar loans and services that are offered by Sunlight Financial, how to qualify, and whether or not it’s worth it for your specific situation.

Complete review of the Eguana Evolve battery

Jen Merithew

November 19, 2021

Complete review of the Eguana Evolve battery

Canadian solar company Eguana has released two solar batteries, the Evolve LFP and Evolve ESS. Are they worth buying for your home?

Do we recommend DecoTech, GAF’s roof-integrated solar system?

Jen Merithew

April 21, 2022

Do we recommend DecoTech, GAF’s roof-integrated solar system?

GAF Energy’s DecoTech solar energy system installs low-profile panels directly to your roof to improve aesthetics, but it may cost you the system’s performance.

Review of Northern Electric Power products: microinverters, gateways, and rapid shutdown

Jen Merithew

September 27, 2022

Review of Northern Electric Power products: microinverters, gateways, and rapid shutdown

A review of Northern Electric Power’s products including microinverters, gateways, and rapid shutdown devices.