Net metering

Everything you need to know about net metering, the number one way solar panels save you money on your electricity bills.

Nevada Net Metering: how to sell electricity back to the grid

Ben Zientara

November 22, 2022

Nevada Net Metering: how to sell electricity back to the grid

Under Nevada net metering, NV Energy customers can connect solar panels to the grid to earn credit for the energy they make and save a lot of money.

Wisconsin net metering: selling electricity back to the grid

Ben Zientara

September 21, 2022

Wisconsin net metering: selling electricity back to the grid

Wisconsin’s solar net metering allows homeowners to send power back to the grid and earn credit on their electricity bills. Here’s how it works.

Why California’s NEM 3.0 could be a disaster for the whole country

Ben Zientara

August 8, 2022

Why California’s NEM 3.0 could be a disaster for the whole country

We’re taking a stand against the proposed decision based on the harm it will do to the California solar industry and the nation as a whole.

What homeowners need to know about net metering in Michigan

Ben Zientara

May 26, 2022

What homeowners need to know about net metering in Michigan

Michigan homeowners can now sign up for the Distributed Generation Program, in place of net metering. How do the savings compare, and is solar still worth it?

Complete guide to New York net metering in 2023

Catherine Lane

May 24, 2022

Complete guide to New York net metering in 2023

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?

Guide to Pennsylvania net metering in 2023

Ben Zientara

May 19, 2022

Guide to Pennsylvania net metering in 2023

Pennsylvania's net metering program is one of the best perks of installing solar panels.

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

Catherine Lane

May 16, 2022

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.

Eversource New Hampshire: solar incentives, payback period & more

Ben Zientara

April 14, 2022

Eversource New Hampshire: solar incentives, payback period & more

Explaining how home solar works with Eversource, including how to reduce upfront costs, finding incentives & rebates, and determining average payback times.

Guide to net metering in New Hampshire for 2023

Ben Zientara

April 7, 2022

Guide to net metering in New Hampshire for 2023

New Hampshire's net metering program for solar homeowners is a pretty good deal, and you stand to save quite a bit of money. Find out everything you need to know about the state's NEM 2.0 program in our latest blog post.

Overview of Connecticut net metering (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions Program)

Ben Zientara

March 29, 2022

Overview of Connecticut net metering (Residential Renewable Energy Solutions Program)

The state of Connecticut changed its net metering program for solar homeowners in January 2022. It now comes in two options and provides even more savings than its predecessor.

Guide to TECO solar programs in 2023

Ben Zientara

March 23, 2022

Guide to TECO solar programs in 2023

TECO offers two solar savings programs for Florida residents, and one will save you substantially more than the other. We explain each (and which one you should sign up for) in our latest blog.

Guide to net metering in Florida - 2023 update

Ben Zientara

February 23, 2022

Guide to net metering in Florida - 2023 update

Does Florida do net metering? Is net metering going away? Here are the answers to your questions about net metering in the Sunshine State.