On Dec. 31, 2025, two decades of federal tax benefits for homeowners who install solar electric systems came to an end.

PURA increased price caps and other incentives for non-residential solar systems in 2026 in order to account for the loss of ...

Federal tax credits for residential solar panels, batteries and heat pumps expired, eliminating incentives that previously saved homeowners thousands of dollars. Emerging lease-to-own models and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. In 2024, rooftop solar was the fastest-growing source of ...

Solar energy is booming across residential properties as homeowners chase lower electricity bills and greener energy sources. Rooftop arrays have become a familiar sight in suburban neighborhoods, ...

SunPower has joined with REC Group to produce a solar panel for the U.S. residential market. The all-black solar panel peaks at 470 W and weighs 50 lbs.

CNET graded each US state on how solar-friendly its residential solar policies are. Most have a long way to go in making solar more accessible and affordable. Your state might receive plenty of ...

Weeks later, the couple received mail addressed to the deceased former owner. One envelope, from the solar lender, showed an ...

Earlier this month, Democratic state Sen. Scott Wiener, whose district includes San Francisco, introduced legislation that would make it easier for individuals to adopt all-electric, super-efficient ...

Overland Park wants Kansas law to protect homeowners’ right to install solar panels.

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