Catherine Lane

Solar Industry Expert

Expertise:

Solar panels | Solar batteries | Solar policy

About Catherine Lane

Catherine is a solar industry analyst and content manager with five years of experience researching and reporting on residential solar. As the former Written Content Manager at SolarReviews, she led a team producing informative content to help homeowners make informed decisions about solar investments.

Her expertise has been featured in Solar Today Magazine and Solar Industry Magazine, with insights cited by major outlets including Forbes and Bloomberg.

Before joining SolarReviews, Catherine worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm, researching environmental remediation, indoor health, and construction cost claims, which gave her practical insight into challenges relevant to solar installations.

Catherine holds a B.S. in Environmental Science from Ramapo College of New Jersey, has completed Solar Energy International’s PV 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation training, and is OSHA certified.

Articles by Catherine Lane

Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?

Minnesota’s Value of Solar tariff has come under fire by Xcel Energy. The utility is seeking changes that could lower customers’ savings.

Written by Catherine Lane

Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?
VOLTAIC solar roof tiles: what to know about Tesla’s newest competitor

VOLTAIC Integrated Solar Roof tiles are officially available to homeowners in the U.S. How do they stack up against Tesla solar roof tiles?

Written by Catherine Lane

2025 Review: Tesla Solar Roof Costs Might Not be Worth It

The Tesla Solar Roof costs $100,000 on average, making it a luxury solar shingle option that’s worth it for some homeowners, but not most.

Written by Catherine Lane

2025 Review: Tesla Solar Roof Costs Might Not be Worth It
7 Questions to Ask Your Realtor When Selling a Home With Solar Panels

Selling a home with solar panels has many benefits, but it can be complicated. Here are 7 questions to ask a realtor before you sell your solar home.

Written by Catherine Lane

7 Questions to Ask Your Realtor When Selling a Home With Solar Panels
Solar Bros and SEOs: How Search Engine Optimization is Hurting Home Solar

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) websites entered the solar industry for a quick buck, and they're making it hard for homeowners to truly understand home solar.

Written by Catherine Lane

Solar Bros and SEOs: How Search Engine Optimization is Hurting Home Solar