The Cool Down

Want solar but can't afford the upfront costs? Solar subscription programs offer panels for no money down

Solar leasing programs, like the one offered by Palmetto, can help homeowners go green with their energy without a huge ...

‘Solar Express’: In effort to encourage rooftop solar on homes, Howard County rolls out instant approvals

Programs like Solar Express will encourage residential solar adoption by reducing time between expression of interest and ...
The Cool Down

Energy experts break down whether rooftop solar investments still make sense in 2025: 'Does solar pay off?'

For years, the U.S. government has offered homeowners significant tax breaks to support the installation of solar panels. Now those incentives are being retired at the end of 2025 — and in nearly all ...
Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

Small plug-in solar panels gain traction as an affordable way to cut electricity bills

For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called ...
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Build Your Own Off-Grid Solar System: Cost Breakdown

Learn how to build your own off-grid solar system with a detailed cost breakdown, component tips, and installation insights. Perfect for homeowners, RVers, and off-grid enthusiasts. #OffGridSolar ...
AOL

This Florida man planned to own his solar panels, then found out he was only renting them. The 1 step to take before signing

Thinking about getting solar panels? Make sure you fully understand whether you’re renting or leasing — before you sign on the dotted line. As of December 2023, 4.7 million solar systems are operating ...
People

These 'Super Bright' Solar Lights Will Keep Your Walkways Visible During Long Winter Nights — and They're on Sale Today

If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. They're wireless, so you can set them up however you like Toni Sutton has been a shopping writer at PEOPLE since 2022 and brings over a ...
Berkshire Eagle

Questions remain about a company's plan to build a 25-acre solar farm in North Adams

NORTH ADAMS — A Denver-based energy company has more questions to answer before it can get city permission to build a 25-acre solar energy farm. The Planning Board delayed a vote on Monday night after ...
pv magazine International

Achmea building ‘circular’ solar carport in the Netherlands

The solar carport in Apeldoorn, central Netherlands, will feature over 5,300 circular solar panels covering an area of two hectares. It will offer space for 925 vehicles underneath a supporting ...
Post-Bulletin

Rochester solar users face new fees, raising the question: Is solar worth it?

ROCHESTER — Evin Lantz installed a solar array on his home in 2023 to offset energy consumption of his electrical vehicle. After getting a notice that the solar panels will spur a new $22 monthly ...
Futurism

Australia Now Has So Much Solar Power That It’s Giving Electricity Out for Free

Australia is generating so much solar power that it’s now giving it out for free. As The Guardian reports, residents in three of the country’s states — New South Wales, south-east Queensland, and ...