Catherine Lane

Solar Industry Expert

Expertise:

Solar panels | Solar batteries | Solar policy

About Catherine Lane

Catherine has been researching and reporting on the solar industry for five years and is the Written Content Manager at SolarReviews. 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

Kentucky net metering changes: Is coal stifling the sun?

KY just passed a bill that replaces full retail net metering with a lower compensation rate for solar customers. How will this affect their savings?

Written by Catherine Lane

Kentucky net metering changes: Is coal stifling the sun?
Jinko Solar panels: An in-depth review

Jinko Solar earned fifth place on SolarReviews best solar panel brands of 2024; find out why.

Written by Catherine Lane

Jinko Solar panels: An in-depth review
Best Solar Batteries: How to Choose the Right One for Your Home (2024)

Some of the best solar batteries in 2024 are from Enphase, Tesla, and Canadian Solar, but the right home battery depends on your needs.

Written by Catherine Lane

Best Solar Batteries: How to Choose the Right One for Your Home (2024)
Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?

Interested in solar loans? Read our breakdown of what to expect with a GreenSky solar loan.

Written by Catherine Lane

Should you finance solar with GreenSky solar loans?
Should you buy Boviet solar panels?

It costs less to install Boviet solar panels than most other solar panel brands, but do the cost savings make going solar with this value brand worth it? Let's find out.

Written by Catherine Lane

Should you buy Boviet solar panels?
Complete guide to Texas net metering: solar buyback plans, REPs & regulated utilities

The ultimate guide to everything Texas homeowners need to know about switching to solar, including REPs, solar buyback plans, and more!

Written by Catherine Lane

Complete guide to Texas net metering: solar buyback plans, REPs & regulated utilities