Net metering
Everything you need to know about net metering, the number one way solar panels save you money on your electricity bills.
Jen Merithew
November 27, 2019
Kentucky net metering changes: Is coal stifling the sun?
KY just passed a bill that replaces full retail net metering with a lower compensation rate for solar customers. How will this affect their savings?
Jen Merithew
September 13, 2019
Changes to Louisiana's Net Metering: Why You Should Care
The Louisiana Public Service Commission’s vote to change net metering is expected to cut homeowners’ savings significantly.
Ralph Baruth
May 30, 2019
Solar panel reliability: How reliable is solar power?
Critics often claim that solar power is unreliable. So, how is solar energy produced and is it a reliable source of energy? Find out here.
Teddy Theil
April 11, 2019
Investing in solar energy: What return can you get on your solar investment?
Need to know the return on investment before making a big commitment like solar for your home. Here are the costs, incentives, savings and payback.
Ralph Baruth
February 13, 2019
What are solar panels? A beginner’s guide
All the info you need about solar panels: how they work, what solar arrays & solar panel systems are, whether you should get them for your home.
Teddy Theil
February 12, 2019
What is Virtual Net Metering and who is it for?
Virtual Net Metering enables community solar & other 'shared solar' models. A whole new segment of the US market can now access the benefits & savings of solar.
Teddy Theil
January 24, 2019
Do solar panels work on cloudy days or at night?
We explain in simple English how solar panels work, how well they work on cloudy days and climates, and whether they work at night.
Teddy Theil
December 20, 2018
Exploring the best Tesla Powerwall alternatives in 2024
Tesla Powerwall rules the US market—but is another brand better for your needs? Here are the reviews and pros & cons for the Sonnen Eco, LG Chem Resu and BYD B-Box. All have some great features that make them worth a closer look...
Ralph Baruth
November 27, 2018
Everything you need to know about California net metering 2.0 in 2024
While NEM 2.0 slightly reduces the benefits of going solar, it retains the crucial incentive of net metering. Getting a solar system installed now will lock you into NEM 2.0 for 20 years.
Thi Deremer
November 23, 2018
How much do solar panels cost in Chicago, IL and what is the payback period?
For a basic 6 kilowatt (kW) residential solar installation, this means your solar system will cost $14,820 before the 26 percent federal ITC tax credit, and $10,966 after the credit is applied.
Gina Caradonna
November 16, 2018
What solar incentives are available in California in 2020 and how much will they save you?
Solar incentives, tax credits, and rebates are available in California to help make going solar more affordable. Find out which ones you might be eligible for.
Teddy Theil
September 12, 2018
How does solar energy work and how do we use it in our homes?
Want to know how solar energy works for homes with rooftop solar? We explain inverters, energy flows, batteries, and how solar interacts with the grid.