Monthly Archives: June 2020

With solar energy more popular and affordable than ever before, you may be wondering whether it’s the right choice for you. There are a lot of solar installation companies out there, but they’re not all created equal. If you’re thinking about solar energy for your home, here are four important questions to ask before you hire a residential solar company. What Size Solar System Do I Need? What size system you need can vary widely from other homes based on your personal schedules, habits, and lifestyle, so there should never be a one-size-fits-all approach from your solar installation company. They should take time to calculate your individual energy usage, including any seasonal fluctuations, any surplus energy you want to export...

Have you noticed recently that you’re seeing a lot more solar energy panels on homes and businesses? If so, it’s not all in your head. Solar energy is a rapidly growing market for a wide variety of reasons, and both individual households as well as large businesses understand these trends and are keeping pace with the changes. If you don’t have a solar system yet, here’s why you should consider it. The Booming U.S. Solar Energy Industry In the first quarter of 2020, the U.S. installed 3.6 gigawatts (GW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity—the largest first quarter on record. Added to the existing 77.8 GW capacity, there is now enough solar energy to power close to 16 million homes. While...

The solar energy market is exploding, with enough solar energy generated to power close to 16 million homes (and counting). It’s a rapidly growing and changing market, with things like tax incentives, government policies, and fluctuating costs that might seem confusing. For homeowners, business owners, or others thinking about whether solar can provide you with enough benefits to be worth the cost, here are some important trends to be aware of in 2020 and beyond. The Price to Store Solar Energy is Falling There are three different types of systems: Grid-tied solar systems Off-grid battery backup solar systems Hybrid grid-tied and battery backup systems Grid-tied systems have no battery storage, they simply send any excess energy generated during sunlight hours...

For several years solar energy usage has been on the rise, and many homeowners have decided to make the switch to this renewable energy source. In recent years, though, that trend is accelerating as the cost of energy continues to trend upward. Residential and commercial solar power can help shield you from the roller coaster ups and downs of energy costs. Utility Electricity Prices On the Rise One of the questions that you should consider before deciding whether a solar system is the best choice for your home or business is how long before the cost up front will be offset by savings. It’s impossible to determine exactly how long that will take because the price of energy from your...