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

Explained: lithium-ion solar batteries for home energy storage

Find out why lithium-ion solar batteries are popular for home solar storage. We reveal popular brands, their costs, and pros and cons.

Written by Catherine Lane

Explained: lithium-ion solar batteries for home energy storage
Should Texas homeowners go solar with Oncor Electric Delivery?

Going solar in Texas can be tricky, as you have to find electric providers. Here’s everything you need to know about having solar with Oncor Electric Delivery.

Written by Catherine Lane

Should Texas homeowners go solar with Oncor Electric Delivery?
Going solar with Florida Power and Light (FPL)

A complete guide to going solar with FPL including solar installation costs, net metering policy, and FPL interconnection requirements.

Written by Catherine Lane

Going solar with Florida Power and Light (FPL)
What are the different types of solar batteries?

We explain the different types of solar batteries, including lead acid, lithium ion, nickel cadmium, and flow.

Written by Catherine Lane

What are the different types of solar batteries?
How Much Do Tesla Solar Panels Cost?

Tesla solar panels cost about $2.82 per watt of solar installed, but the low price might lead to poor-quality service.

Written by Catherine Lane

How Much Do Tesla Solar Panels Cost?
2025 Expert review of Solarever USA solar panels

Review of Mexican solar panel manufacturer Solarever's residential solar products.

Written by Catherine Lane

2025 Expert review of Solarever USA solar panels