Solar batteries

All of our solar battery resources in one place. Find everything from how solar batteries work, how much they cost, brand reviews, and even what energy storage incentives are available.

Are sodium ion batteries the next big thing in solar storage?

Michael Cheng

May 12, 2022

Are sodium ion batteries the next big thing in solar storage?

Sodium ion batteries are next-generation energy storage products. How do they stack up against lithium ion batteries, the longtime consumer favorite?

The Hawaii Oahu Battery Bonus program is a great way to save on battery storage

Ben Zientara

May 5, 2022

The Hawaii Oahu Battery Bonus program is a great way to save on battery storage

HECO is offering to pay solar homeowners in Hawaii thousands of dollars to install battery storage. We cover everything you need to know about the incentive in our latest blog.

A deep dive into FIMER inverters and solar batteries

Michael Cheng

April 28, 2022

A deep dive into FIMER inverters and solar batteries

FIMER is an increasingly popular Italy-based solar equipment manufacturer, but some of its products can be hard to find in the U.S. Is buying FIMER inverters & batteries worth it?

Explained: Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device program

Catherine Lane

April 18, 2022

Explained: Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device program

A breakdown of how Green Mountain Power’s Bring Your Own Device energy storage incentive program works and if it’s a good choice for Vermont homeowners.

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

Catherine Lane

March 31, 2022

What home appliances can a solar battery run during a power outage?

This article breaks down what appliances a solar battery can run during a power outage and how long they can run for.

Battle of the batteries: NMC vs LFP. Which lithium ion option is best?

Catherine Lane

March 10, 2022

Battle of the batteries: NMC vs LFP. Which lithium ion option is best?

A comparison of LFP and NMC lithium ion solar batteries, two of the most popular types of batteries for storing the energy produced by rooftop solar systems.

Expert review of HomeGrid solar batteries

Ben Zientara

February 19, 2022

Expert review of HomeGrid solar batteries

Everything you need to know about solar battery newcomer HomeGrid, including cost, specs, and how the brand compares to the likes of Tesla's Powerwall and LG.

Will the Texas storm of 2022 have residents feeling déjà vu?

Catherine Lane

February 3, 2022

Will the Texas storm of 2022 have residents feeling déjà vu?

Another Groundhog's Day winter storm is headed for Texas: is the grid better prepared this time around to handle the extreme weather & increased demand?

Complete review of Harris Battery

Michael Cheng

February 2, 2022

Complete review of Harris Battery

Harris is an Ohio-based solar battery manufacturer and seller. How does their lithium ion battery measure up against competitors like LG, Tesla, and Generac?

What is the Enphase Energy System - and is it right for you?

Cameron Bates

December 23, 2021

What is the Enphase Energy System - and is it right for you?

An in-depth review of the Enphase Home Energy System.

Guide to solar battery tax credits, rebates, and other incentives

Ben Zientara

December 11, 2021

Guide to solar battery tax credits, rebates, and other incentives

Comprehensive guide to various tax credits, rebates, and incentives for solar batteries on the federal, state, and utility level.

Complete review of the Eguana Evolve battery

Catherine Lane

November 19, 2021

Complete review of the Eguana Evolve battery

Canadian solar company Eguana has released two solar batteries, the Evolve LFP and Evolve ESS. Are they worth buying for your home?