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Green Mountain Power’s new energy storage lease explained

Catherine Lane

April 5, 2022

Green Mountain Power’s new energy storage lease explained

GMP is offering 100 Vermont homeowners the opportunity to lease Enphase backup batteries for their homes. Is it as good of a deal as the utility claims?

What are the top 5 solar-powered security cameras?

Ana Almerini

March 31, 2022

What are the top 5 solar-powered security cameras?

Solar powered security cameras offer peace of mind for homeowners. We recommend 5 of the best for you to choose from.

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

Catherine Lane

March 31, 2022

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

This article breaks down what appliances a solar battery can run during a power outage and how long they can run for.

Overview of Connecticut net metering (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions Program)

Ben Zientara

March 29, 2022

Overview of Connecticut net metering (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions Program)

The state of Connecticut changed its net metering program for solar homeowners in January 2022. It now comes in two options and provides even more savings than its predecessor.

PG&E, GM, Ford to test EVs as whole-home battery backup

Ana Almerini

March 25, 2022

PG&E, GM, Ford to test EVs as whole-home battery backup

Utility company PG&E is partnering with GM and Ford to pilot bidirectional EV charging in California, which could potentially reduce pressure on the grid.

Guide to TECO solar programs in 2022

Ben Zientara

March 23, 2022

Guide to TECO solar programs in 2022

TECO offers two solar savings programs for Florida residents, and one will save you substantially more than the other. We explain each (and which one you should sign up for) in our latest blog.

Should you finance solar with Dividend Finance solar loans?

Cameron Bates

March 18, 2022

Should you finance solar with Dividend Finance solar loans?

Dividend Finance is one of the leading solar loan providers in the country with loan options of 12 or 20 years and competitive interest rates.

Will an electric vehicle REALLY help you combat high gas prices?

Ben Zientara

March 17, 2022

Will an electric vehicle REALLY help you combat high gas prices?

It's early 2022 and gas prices are the highest they've ever been. Is making the switch to an expensive electric vehicle the best way to avoid pain at the pump?

The FPL SolarTogether Program: is it worth it?

Ben Zientara

March 16, 2022

The FPL SolarTogether Program: is it worth it?

Florida Power & Light offers the SolarTogether program for residents who wish to support solar energy. But does it provide any real savings?

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