SolarReviews Blog
Catherine Lane
June 22, 2021
Duke Energy’s new net metering program in SC to reduce solar savings, boost battery industry
While Duke Energy’s new net metering program will cut customers’ solar savings, it could potentially increase battery installations.
Ana Almerini
June 18, 2021
The 5 best solar shed lights to buy in 2021
You can easily transform your shed into a solar shed by adding solar panels to the roof or by installing solar-powered lights.
Zeeshan Hyder
June 15, 2021
Are solar canopies and carports worth it?
Solar canopies are custom-built outdoor structures designed to hold overhanging solar panels, enabling on-site solar power generation.
Zeeshan Hyder
June 10, 2021
What is Concentrated Solar Power (CSP)?
Concentrated solar power (CSP) uses special mirrors to concentrate the sun’s energy; the collected heat is then used to generate power on the utility scale.
Ben Zientara
June 9, 2021
What residential solar installers need to stop doing immediately
Some solar installers use inflated estimates of utility price growth to make it seem like savings will be higher than they likely will. It’s time to stop.
Catherine Lane
June 3, 2021
What is a home energy audit - and is it worth it?
A guide to home energy audits, including how much they cost, how you can perform them yourself, and whether or not they’re worth it.
Ana Almerini
May 27, 2021
Updates to U.S. grid needed to meet 100% clean energy goals
The electric grid was built for a fossil fuel-centered world and must be updated to accommodate a 100% renewable energy plan.
Catherine Lane
May 26, 2021
Tesla solar roof price increase leads to lawsuits
Customers are taking Tesla to court after the company drastically increased solar roof prices after contracts were already signed.
Ana Almerini
May 26, 2021
Ford and SunRun partner to seamlessly integrate EVs + solar power
The Ford F-150 Lightning is a powerful new all-electric truck option and, by partnering with SunRun, adding solar power with EV chargers is an easy feat.