Most homes already have a smart meter that digitally communicates with the electric grid. If you're looking to get rooftop solar panels, a smart meter is an essential piece of equipment. Here's why.

What is net metering? Learn how the battle over solar-power reimbursement is shaping the future of energy independence in each state due to state law and utility regulations. Home solar power has ...

Solar is on the rise in Connecticut, and there are several Connecticut solar panel incentives available to help residents, from rebates to special loans to tax breaks. Although only a small percentage ...

California’s rooftop solar market is undergoing its most significant structural shift in over a decade, and the fallout is reshaping how homeowners think about energy storage. Since April 15, 2023, ...

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Regulators are adjusting rates that have enticed customers to install solar systems at home. The solar industry worries about a slowdown. One of solar power’s biggest incentives is under attack in the ...

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) issued an order revising the state’s Net Metering Program regulations, expanding access to a broader solar customer base. Net metering is a ...

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Net metering is a special type of billing system for homeowners with solar panels. It lets them earn credits for extra electricity they send back to the power grid. Think of it like a power bank for ...