Every home is powered with electricity coming from the electric grid, which is managed by a power company, often referred to as ‘Utility’: they are responsible for generating electricity and distributing it through their distribution system, delivering it right at...
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Partial vs. Whole Home Backup
You are interested in adding a battery to your photovoltaic system. This makes a lot of sense and you will benefit from this choice in a number of ways, both in terms of savings on your utility bills and of peace of mind if the grid goes down. When adding a battery,...
Partnerships and Enact Partner Ecosystem
The business of deploying Solar & Storage projects for homes and buildings has a complex value chain that starts with OEMs and their distribution networks, followed by solar installation companies (also known as ‘EPC’ firms: engineering, procurement and...
Top Five States for a Home Solar System
Residential solar is growing in popularity, offering homeowners a chance to reduce utility bills and live sustainably. The financial benefits of solar are open across the country, especially with the federal solar investment incentive — but there are differences at...
5 Things We’re Thankful for In 2024
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the many things we’re grateful for this year. At Enact Solar, 2024 has been a year of growth, innovation and community. None of it would have been possible without the incredible people and opportunities...
Residential Solar Incentives for California Homeowners
California has long been a leader in solar energy adoption in the United States, owing in large part to its strong incentive programs and legislation. These incentives have made solar electricity more accessible and inexpensive for customers across the state, helping...
What is Net Billing for Solar Homeowners?
If you’ve been thinking about going solar, you've probably come across terms like “net metering” and “net billing.” Net billing is a financial mechanism that credits solar homeowners for sending extra power back to the utility grid. This can help solar homeowners...
What Solar Incentives Can Homeowners Access In Pennsylvania?
As Pennsylvania accelerates its commitment to renewable energy, homeowners and businesses have an opportunity to take advantage of a range of solar incentives that can significantly reduce the cost of installing solar power systems. Solar energy not only offers...
What is Net Metering for Home Solar Systems
Net metering allows solar homeowners to receive credits for the extra energy generated that is sent to the power grid. Sometimes, people call this “selling energy back to the grid.” These policies can help reduce energy expenses, allowing solar homeowners to use these...
What Happens to Your Solar Energy System During a Power Outage?
In recent years, power outages have become more and more common. Whether they only last a couple hours or a couple of days, they still significantly and negatively affect our daily lives. During a short power outage, we might simply be unable to stream television or...