Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory states that 70% of all behind-the-meter energy storage is linked to solar installations. Clearly, solar plus battery storage is the preferred option for many solar users. There are many reasons why solar-powered homes opt for standalone or solar plus battery storage in Danbury. Let’s find out which is better.
Yes, you heard it right! You can get a solar power system installed on your roof and start enjoying the cost savings right away without making an upfront financial investment. In fact, you don’t even have to pay any down payment on it. Sounds too good to be true? Well, not anymore!
Monocrystalline solar panels, polycrystalline solar panels, thin-film solar panels, bifacial solar panels, concentrator solar panels, and double glass panels make up the bulk of the commercially available solar panels. However, monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels are the most preferred residential solar installations in Durham. So, we’ll focus on them today.
The promises of free energy, green energy, terrific money savings, reduced carbon footprint, and energy security have finally won you over, and you’ve decided to jump to the other side – the solar side – where the grass really is greener. And, you’re facing a lot of questions, decisions, and planning. Let’s make one of those decisions easier for you – choosing the right solar panel brand.
The state of Pennsylvania has an impressive history of energy self-sufficiency, dating all the way back to early discoveries of oil deposits and coal deposits. Despite its strong tradition of leading the energy industry in both innovation and supply, Pennsylvania is lagging behind other states as far as solar energy is concerned. That said, it’s not far behind and is rapidly catching up to its peers.
Your choice of solar panels will largely determine the quality of your experience with home solar. High-efficiency solar panels will produce more power for you. Durable products give you complete peace of mind. Even the quality of customer support solar panel manufacturers offers can be the difference between utter frustration and a delightful experience.
Durham homeowners thinking of going solar have several reasons to celebrate. Roughly two-thirds of the homes in Durham – both residential and commercial – have rooftops ideal for solar installation. By ideal, we mean that they are capable of supporting at least a 2 kW solar installation.
Solar rebates work like refunds and are paid to customers “after” they install a residential solar system. Different states have different solar rebate programs. Here, in Bethlehem PA, residents can avail of the federal income tax credit rebate to reduce their investment in solar by as much as 26% in 2022.
New solar customers often make small mistakes that negatively impact their experience going green. That’s why we have compiled a brief list of tips to help you avoid those mistakes and realize maximum cost savings from your solar panel system. So, let’s get started.
One of the common misconceptions held by people about solar power is that it’s available only during the daytime when the Sun is up and shining. They’re also worried that the harsh winters and dreary rainy months can further make the solar panels useless for the better part of the year.
The recent ransomware attack on the colonial pipeline unraveled into the biggest oil shock and panic buying we had witnessed in recent years. While starkly reminding everyone of the fragile state of our infrastructure, the attack also laid bare our unhealthy dependence on oil, a commodity that’s in limited supply and destroying the planet slowly but surely.
Governments, energy companies, and consumers across the US are realizing that solar power is the future of an energy-safe and self-reliant country. The strong push for residential solar is evidence of this realization. For Connecticut homeowners, solar power offers cost savings, reduces their carbon footprint, and even produces significant profits over the long run.
You are quite handy with tools; you repair pretty much everything around the house when it breaks; you’ve got your own DIY projects going on in the garage or the basement. And now, you’re thinking about installing a solar system all by yourself. After all, how hard can it be, right?
The state of Connecticut is poised to become the 8th state in the US with an energy storage mandate. On May 20, 2021, the state senate passed a bill that sets the target of 1GW in energy storage for the state. The target is to be realized by the year 2030, and the state regulator, the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), will begin proceedings early next year on implementing the mandate.
How many solar panels do I need for my house? Should I go for solar financing or pay upfront in cash for my solar system? Which solar company should I choose for my installation?
In recent years, the solar power industry has been attracting some bad rep, and sometimes, justifiably so! The industry has its share of rotten apples – solar companies that prioritize a few quick bucks over customer satisfaction with their solar systems. Unsuspecting customers are misled into buying a solar system that costs too much, doesn’t meet their power needs, or just doesn’t deliver promised savings.
Your home solar panel purchase isn’t like your typical transaction. It’s a long-term home improvement, often spanning 25 years or more. That’s how long most solar panels last.
Solar installation is one of the most important home improvement projects you will probably make for your home. So, it’s important that you get maximum bang for the buck from it. And, inverters play a big role in determining how much value you extract out of your solar panels. Therefore, you must choose a suitable inverter for your setup.
Free solar panels – are they some new marketing technique, a government-funded initiative, or just a brand-new way to mislead customers?
Pennsylvania’s average residential electricity rate currently stands at 12.75¢/kWh, which is substantially higher than the national average. In other words, PA residents pay a higher
The solar boom in New Jersey has created a thriving market for residential solar buyers. Owing to a sharp decline in solar panel prices and government incentives, residential solar is not only cost-effective but a lucrative opportunity for NJ residents. Naturally, the number of home solar buyers is increasing each year and is expected to do so for many years to come.
Earlier this year, Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) decided to end the traditional net metering program previously available to all renewable energy customers in the state. The move certainly ruffled some feathers across the state, especially among the renewable energy supporters. However, it’s not all bad news.
Bucks County residents have been increasingly embracing solar to meet their daily energy needs. Although their reasons vary from environmental consciousness to financial prudence, there is a consistently growing interest in home solar systems across the county.
After three years in the making, New Jersey has finally unveiled the successor program to the erstwhile SREC and TREC incentive programs for renewable energy customers. SuSI, short for The Successor Solar Incentive program, offers similar incentives as its predecessors, but gets rid of all the uncertainties surrounding the solar incentive program for residential buyers.
Interest in home solar solutions has never been higher, thanks to the declining solar panel prices, substantial government incentives, and increasing environmental consciousness among homeowners.
The state of Pennsylvania offers a smart incentive program under SRECs for residential solar buyers in the state. As part of this program, PA residents are incentivized for every megawatt-hour of solar power they generate through the year. Broadly speaking, the more solar energy they produce, the more money they get. The SREC incentive is above and beyond the net metering incentive that residents receive by diverting their excess solar power to the grid.
Like any home renovation project, a bit of preparation and research from your side can go a long way in ensuring that you get the best deal out of your home solar installation. The sea of information available on the internet can be overwhelming for some homeowners, while wholly distracting to others.
Residential solar is one of the smartest home renovation projects you can undertake in Pennsylvania. It’ll give your home a new look, transform your roof into a source of energy, drastically bring down your utility expenses, and make a powerful statement that you care about the planet’s future.
Home solar solutions, when designed scientifically, can deliver five-to-six-figure savings for homeowners over the years. Many homeowners have and continue to realize these benefits. Yet, online forums are replete with homeowners sharing their disillusionment with home solar and often complaining that their solar solution falls short of meeting their power needs.
We get asked this question a lot, so today, we are going to give you a definitive list of all the permits and applications that are prerequisites for your solar panel installation.
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