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California solar financing: Ygrene vs. HERO Program

Comparing Ygrene Energy Fund and Renovate America’s HERO Program PACE financing options for California homeowners.

Written by Catherine Lane

California solar financing: Ygrene vs. HERO Program
How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?

Oregon’s new solar incentive gives homeowners a rebate when they install solar panels and a bonus incentive when they install battery storage.

Written by Catherine Lane

How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?
Consumer financing: Medallion Bank vs. GreenSky Credit

Solar installers can increase sales by offering financing. We explain how & compare consumer financing companies GreenSky Credit & Medallion Bank.

Written by Catherine Lane

Consumer financing: Medallion Bank vs. GreenSky Credit
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?
SunPower will no longer manufacture solar panels - here's why

SunPower Corporation is putting a stop to manufacturing solar panels. How will this affect consumers?

Written by Catherine Lane

SunPower will no longer manufacture solar panels - here's why
Solar Transportation: 4 Solar Vehicles That Are Making Waves

A range of new solar vehicles is using solar in innovative ways. Here are some of our favorites in 2025.

Written by Jagpreet Sandhu

Solar Transportation: 4 Solar Vehicles That Are Making Waves
Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?

Minnesota’s Value of Solar tariff has come under fire by Xcel Energy. The utility is seeking changes that could lower customers’ savings.

Written by Catherine Lane

Is Minnesota's Value of Solar tariff the future of solar?
What is California’s Solar Consumer Protection Guide?

Legislation requires California solar installers to provide new customers the guide to ensure that they're making an educated decision about solar.

Written by Catherine Lane

What is California’s Solar Consumer Protection Guide?