Solar rebates
Solar rebates lower the upfront costs of installing solar panels. Find everything you need to know about the rebates available throughout the country here.
Ben Zientara
May 18, 2023
Solar loans: Everything you need to know
Solar panels are a great way to cut down on your power bills but the initial cost can be off putting. Explore the pros and cons of financing your solar system.
Ben Zientara
May 5, 2022
The Hawaii Oahu Battery Bonus program is a great way to save on battery storage
HECO is offering to pay solar homeowners in Hawaii thousands of dollars to install battery storage. We cover everything you need to know about the incentive in our latest blog.
Ben Zientara
February 12, 2021
Big changes on the horizon for California net metering for 2022
California regulators are changing how solar owners connect to the grid & get credit for solar energy. The changes could greatly affect the solar industry.
Ben Zientara
August 20, 2020
Sales and property tax exemptions for home solar power
Find out what sales and property tax exemptions you may be eligible for when you install solar panels on your home.
Ben Zientara
August 1, 2020
2021 Guide to solar incentives by state
Here’s our guide to rebates, tax credits & more that help cover the costs of solar panel installations.
Catherine Lane
February 7, 2020
How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?
Oregon’s new incentive program gives rebates for installing solar panels and battery storage systems.
Catherine Lane
December 20, 2019
The end of NJ's SREC program and the transition to TRECs
NJ finalized guidelines for an SREC transition program, which saves homeowners more money than a previous proposal had suggested.
Catherine Lane
October 9, 2019
California boosts SGIP battery incentives in response to wildfires
CPUC’s recent changes to battery storage rebate program, SGIP, aim to help low-income, high fire risk communities.
Jagpreet Sandhu
June 5, 2019
How industrial solar panels benefit businesses
Find out how solar enables you run a self-sufficient and profitable business, enhance your brand image, and empower your local economy.
Andrew Sendy
January 16, 2019
Are solar panels in Florida worth it? Your expert savings guide for 2023
Solar panels in Florida cost just $2.61/watt, or $15,660 for a typical 6kW system before incentives. Florida also has ample sunshine and generous incentives for solar.
Ben Zientara
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.
Dan Hahn
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.