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Ford and SunRun partner to seamlessly integrate EVs + solar power

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 26, 2021

Ford and SunRun partner to seamlessly integrate EVs + solar power

The Ford F-150 Lightning is a powerful new all-electric truck option and, by partnering with SunRun, adding solar power with EV chargers is an easy feat.

Best solar monitoring systems for 2024

Thi Deremer

May 21, 2021

Best solar monitoring systems for 2024

Solar monitoring systems help homeowners see whether their solar panels are working and how much electricity they make, tracked over time to compare.

What are solar critter guards - and do you need them?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 20, 2021

What are solar critter guards - and do you need them?

A solar critter guard is a physical barrier that surrounds your solar array to keep out pests like birds, squirrels, and unwanted vegetation.

How much electricity prices increase per year in the U.S.

Thi Deremer

May 19, 2021

How much electricity prices increase per year in the U.S.

The average electricity cost increase per year in the U.S. is about 2-3%, but several factors can affect that rate for individual states and utility companies.

The complete guide to New Jersey SRECs

Jen Merithew

May 14, 2021

The complete guide to New Jersey SRECs

A breakdown of the NJ SREC program, including what it is, how much SRECS are worth, and how homeowners can make money by selling them.

What is Google Project Sunroof?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 13, 2021

What is Google Project Sunroof?

Project Sunroof is a software developed by Google that allows homeowners to get general information about solar panel installations based on location

Do you need snow guards for solar panels?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

May 6, 2021

Do you need snow guards for solar panels?

You should consider buying snow guards for your solar panels if you live in an area that receives lots of heavy snowfall.

Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates

Jen Merithew

May 5, 2021

Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates

Everything you need to know about going solar with NV Energy, including their net metering program, solar battery rebate, and more.

What is half-cut solar cell technology?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

April 30, 2021

What is half-cut solar cell technology?

Half-cut solar cells create a more efficient solar panel, producing more energy per square foot than traditional panels, and offer better shade and heat tolerance.

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