News Category: Solar financing

Get Ready for Changes in the 30% Solar Tax Credit—It’s Dropping

13 Apr 2019

Big changes are coming to the popular 30% Investment Tax Credit at the end of 2019, and we talk with industry insiders to learn what this means for you.

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What are the renewable resources available in 2019?

10 Apr 2019

See what renewable resources are currently popular to produce low-carbon or carbon-free energy, and learn how they work.

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Can installing solar panels for home eliminate my entire electricity bill?

05 Apr 2019

Minimizing the carbon footprint is a primary motivation for adopting solar power technology, especially now as the world is seeing the effects of climate change. Another reason why people migrate to solar energy is to save on energy bills. Indeed, so...

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What Energize CT rebates, loans & incentives can I use in 2019?

26 Feb 2019

Energize Connecticut offers several programs to help you improve energy efficiency and save money on your energy bills. Solar in CT is another great option.

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What are solar PACE loans and am I eligible for PACE funding?

09 Jan 2019

Can I use PACE loans to fund my solar system? Are there any PACE solar programs in my city?

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Don’t sign a Tesla SolarCity solar panels lease or quote until you read this

19 Dec 2018

Leasing solar panels for your home might seem like the easiest option. But it will probably cost more than you think. Here’s what solar leasing, purchase-power agreements and escalator clauses really mean.

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Can you install solar panels on a flat roof? How much is output and cost affected?

19 Oct 2018

You've been thinking about getting a solar system for your home. You've heard about all the ways it can save you energy, and it sounds like a great opportunity. There's only one problem: you've always heard that solar panels need to be placed at an a...

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What is the best option to finance your solar installation?

13 Aug 2018

Installing a solar energy system saves money and helps the environment. By avoiding future utility bills, the system will pay for itself in a few years, but the up-front costs may be more than you have in available cash. Fortunately, there are many f...

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2019 will be a break out year for solar power on homes

23 Jul 2018

While some say there is a solar power revolution on the horizon, others say it’s already here! The sun provides a dependable and affordable alternative source of electric power in the form of photovoltaics (PV) and solar heating through concentrated...

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Community Solar: An Alternative to Owning or Leasing Residential Solar Energy Systems

12 May 2018

When consumers think about residential solar, they often think about owning or leasing. There is another alternative that may not be as well-known: community solar.

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The Federal Investment Tax Credit: How Should It Influence Your Buying Decision?

12 Apr 2018

The ITC is a federal tax credit that reduces the tax liability for individuals and companies by 30% of the value of their solar investment. Who claims the credit differs, depending on whether the customer is residential or commercial.

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Are Solar Panels Worth it in Oakland?

05 Apr 2018

In the end, there are many options to use solar energy at your home. There is the federal tax credit of up to 30 percent for a system you own. There are also solar loans to help you own a system with no money down and solar leases and PPAs, which giv...

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