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The words" Solar Net Metering" over a background of electric meters with arrows depicting the reversal of the flow of electricity that happens when rooftop solar owners generate more energy than they can consume so their meter runs backwards
SolarYour Guide to Net Metering for Home Solar

Net metering is a unique billing arrangement in which rooftop solar owners get electricity bill credits for the excess solar energy their panels generate.

March 28, 2024
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Finance​​Federal Solar Tax Credit: Everything You Need To Know Right Now

The Residential Clean Energy Credit helps offset the cost of solar for eligible homeowners via a federal income tax credit. Learn more, including how it works, eligibility, and more.

March 28, 2024
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SolarOversized Solar Energy Systems: Limits, Benefits, and Considerations

Discover the essentials of solar panel limits and why oversizing your system might be beneficial. Learn how it impacts costs and energy production.

March 12, 2024
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SolarOur Top 5 Facts About Solar Energy

Explore the top five facts about solar energy, including installation growth, abundance, cost-effectiveness, visibility, and historical significance.

March 11, 2024
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SolarWhat is a solar true-up payment?

Learn about solar true-up payments: how they work, when they're made, and how much you can expect. Get insights into solar billing cycles and calculations.

March 8, 2024
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Clean EnergySolar Jobs: A Look at the “Next Great American Industry”

Discover the thriving US solar industry and career prospects within the industry. Explore top states for solar jobs and career paths in solar energy.

March 6, 2024
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SolarYour Home Solar Feasibility Checklist

Maximize solar energy savings with this rooftop installation checklist. Ensure your home is solar-ready and save money on your electricity bills.

March 4, 2024
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SolarThe Palmetto Guide to Passive Solar Design

Discover how passive solar design can reduce energy costs and enhance sustainability at home. Learn key elements and retrofitting techniques.

March 2, 2024
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SolarBuying a house with solar panels on it: Yea or Nay?

Considering buying a home with solar panels? Dive into our guide to discover if it's worth it, with 10 crucial questions to ask before you make a decision.

March 1, 2024