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
Most solar panels in 2024 are between 19% and 21% efficient, but top brands like SunPower have almost reached the 23% mark.
Written by Catherine Lane
New York net metering has changed since being implemented in 1997 and is now moving to a program called VDER. How will your savings be impacted?
Written by Catherine Lane
REC is a top-tier solar panel manufacturer that pioneered half-cut cell technology, which increases the energy output and efficiency of their solar panels.
Written by Catherine Lane
Texas utility Entergy credits its solar customers for their excess energy at the "buyback rate" which is lower than the retail rate. So, is going solar worth it as an Entergy customer?
Written by Catherine Lane
10kW solar systems are becoming common because the cost per watt of solar is reducing. Do you need 10kW of solar?
Written by Catherine Lane
SolarReviews experts say Tesla solar panels are good for cheap installations but recommend local installers for better customer service.
Written by Catherine Lane