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How does the new Duke Energy solar rebate in North Carolina work and how can I get it?
October 18, 2018
Customers of Duke Energy in North Carolina received good news this summer when regulators approved $62 million for a program that helps homeowners install solar energy systems. This incentive is expected to triple the private solar market in the stat...
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How much does it cost to charge a Tesla?
October 17, 2018
Does a Tesla car cost less to charge and run than a gas car? See how much it costs to charge each Model of Tesla car and compare this to the cost of running your gas (ICE) car.
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How do South Carolina solar incentives and rebates affect solar payback time in 2019?
October 16, 2018
Financial modeling of solar returns in South Carolina has indicated the homeowners sitting on the fence may be missing out on one of the biggest opportunities for risk-free profit they will ever get.
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The key things you need to know about solar panels for home in 2020
October 14, 2018
Are solar panels for home now so cheap that even zero down offers will save you a lot of money?
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New website shows solar is not the only way Americans can cut the cost of powering their homes
September 20, 2018
A new website CutMyBill.com shows how to get more value from a solar system by switching to the best available electric rate plan. Our study shows that solar homes can save an additional $200 per year.
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What are the best models of SunPower panels you can purchase for your home?
September 19, 2018
SunPower has consistently produced the most efficient residential solar panels on the market. With a strong product warranty and a guaranteed 25-year power output SunPower is a great choice for any type of solar owner, from residential to Industrial.
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What direction should solar panels face?
August 29, 2018
Experiments have shown that south-facing solar panels produce more energy, but are there any exceptions to this rule? How much production would you lose if you don’t have an ideal south-facing roof space?
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How to search and compare prices from solar providers near me
August 27, 2018
Installing solar panels can save you a lot of money but what are the best solar panels to buy and who is the best solar company to buy them from? Here are the answers.
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Hanwha Q Cells solar panels expert review. Are they the best solar panels to buy for your home?
August 16, 2018
In August 2018 Hanwha announced that is was buying the remaining shares in its solar panel manufacturing subsidiary Hanwha Q Cells. This article explores how this transaction affect the future of Hanwha Q Cells solar panels and our rating of them.
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What are flexible solar panels and are they right for you?
August 14, 2018
Flexible solar panels could revolutionize the field of solar energy. In addition to the much lower cost, flexible solar panels allow for a great deal more versatility. Small and lightweight, they can be used on roofs that couldn't handle the weight o...
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What is the best option to finance your solar installation?
August 13, 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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What's the best way to get solar quotes for your home?
August 10, 2018
So you're considering solar energy for your home. We're excited for you! As with any industry, solar installation companies range from first-class to fly-by-night. This article's purpose is to help you quickly and easily connect with the best solar i...
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How does Rocky Mountain Power's net metering policies make solar worth it in Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming?
July 25, 2018
Solar system output doesn’t always match the power needs of your home at a particular time. Net metering is crucial to making solar systems economic in Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming where Rocky Mountain Powers’ electric rates are low. It gives economic va...
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What is solar energy and how do solar panels work in your home?
July 24, 2018
As recently as a decade ago, the use of solar energy arrays in residential settings was a relatively rare event. Solar energy equipment and installation costs were expensive investments for most average American homeowners. Today, increasing technolo...
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Evidence solar is now the cheapest way for Americans to power their homes
July 23, 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...