Recent years have seen a significant increase in electric vehicle adoption in the U.S. and all forecasts suggest their popularity will accelerate. The widespread rise of EV ownership holds great potential to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and create a cleaner...
Many homeowners and businesses are considering going solar in 2023. Around 3.6% of American homes and 1.6% of commercial buildings had solar panels in 2020, according to the Energy Information Administration. Homeowners or business-owners might want to go solar for...
As the solar energy industry continues to rapidly grow, there is a need for industry standards and developing research. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners offers certification and associate-level programs to renewable energy professionals...
As we're ending the first quarter of 2023 and witnessing the growth for solar and storage globally, here's some top trends ahead for the industry and learnings to share with you all. EV adoption lifting US solar demand: as electric vehicles crossed 5% of new US car...
Reflecting on the last few decades, it’s clear that economic peaks and troughs are inevitable – yet solar solutions for buildings have continued to thrive. I joined the solar industry in 2008 at the height of the global financial crisis. During the next few years of...
Environment, social and governance (ESG) is undoubtedly at the top of the agenda for corporations and consumers in 2023. Sustainability in particular is more pressing than ever, and our goal of reaching 100% clean electricity in America by 2035 is fast approaching....
Going solar is not just good for the planet, solar energy can save you money by lowering your utility bills. Solar panels last for 25 years or more, saving homeowners thousands of dollars. While oil and gas prices fluctuate, solar energy stays more stable. Solar...
NOTE: This blog is not intended to offer financial advice but to inform consumers about the existence of financial options for solar energy. It is important for every consumer to examine their own financial reality and capabilities when it comes to financial decision...
InterSolar North America is set to be one of the most exciting events of the year, and SolarEmpower.com is bringing you all the action. From February 14-16, the leading innovators and influencers in the solar industry are gathering in Long Beach, CA to present the...
The market for home battery storage has finally crossed the line of attraction for large consumer battery makers, with offerings now available from Duracell and Energizer, and more likely to come. “A huge part of the storage market is the brand,” says David Dunlap,...
