Catherine Lane

Solar Industry Expert

Expertise:

Solar panels | Solar batteries | Solar policy

About Catherine Lane

Catherine is the Written Content Manager at SolarReviews, where she has been at the forefront of researching and reporting on the solar industry for five years. She leads a dynamic team in producing informative and engaging content on residential solar to help homeowners make informed decisions about investing in solar panels.

Catherine’s expertise has garnered attention from leading industry publications, with her work being featured in Solar Today Magazine and Solar Industry Magazine. Her insights have also been cited by outlets, including Forbes and Bloomberg, solidifying her reputation as a go-to source for reliable information on solar technology and sustainability.

Before joining SolarReviews, Catherine worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm, where she researched, inspected, and analyzed environmental remediation, indoor health, and construction cost claims. This experience gave Catherine a practical understanding of the unique challenges faced by the environmental and construction sectors.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from Ramapo College of New Jersey, has completed Solar Energy International’s PV 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation training course, and is OSHA certified.

Articles by Catherine Lane

Complete review of the Eguana Evolve battery

Canadian solar company Eguana has released two solar batteries, the Evolve LFP and Evolve ESS. Are they worth buying for your home?

Written by Catherine Lane

What is California’s Solar Consumer Protection Guide?

Legislation requires California solar installers to provide new customers the guide to ensure that they're making an educated decision about solar.

Written by Catherine Lane

Complete guide to the 2024 federal solar tax credit

The federal solar tax credit equals 30% of solar installation costs and may result in a bigger tax return!

Written by Catherine Lane

Your guide to going solar with a HELOC

Is using a HELOC to finance solar panels right for you? Learn borrowing limits, interest rates, pros and cons, and how it compares to solar loans.

Written by Catherine Lane

Hawaii’s Quick Connect Program cuts red tape, increases solar savings

Hawaiian Electric Company’s Quick Connect Program will save homeowners more money and give the solar industry a needed boost after COVID-19.

Written by Catherine Lane

Expert review of Panasonic’s EVERVOLT Home Battery

Panasonic’s EVERVOLT Home Battery is SolarReviews #2 best solar battery of 2024. Read to find out why.

Written by Catherine Lane