NV Energy Net Metering in 2021 and Beyond
Net metering allows solar-powered homeowners to sell their excess solar production to their utility. The customers can then purchase power from the utility when their array...
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How Home Solar Helps New Mexico’s Windy Weather
Spring's here, and for New Mexicans, that means wind. April and May have become synonymous with strong wind events across the state. Unfortunately, the result...
Monocrystalline vs Polycrystalline Which Is Best?
Homeowners who decide to go solar hear a lot of new terms from solar companies. Among the most common are descriptors of two types of...
Nevada’s 2021 Renewable Energy Legislation Update
The 2021 season has brought with it a host of legislative actions and potential bills. Perhaps the most important bills for Nevada residents, homeowners and...
sonnenCore vs. Powerwall
Sonnen created a number of home batteries that compete directly with the Powerwall 2, which includes sonnenCore. Unlike the ecoLinx, this solar battery only has one...
Home Generators vs Solar Batteries
More homeowners are shopping for home generators or solar battery-backup systems amid a rise in severe storms, power outages, and grid shutdowns. In light of the...
Solar Battery Showdown: Sonnen ecoLinx vs Powerwall
Solar arrays don't produce as much power when the sun isn't out. Most solve this problem by connecting to the power grid, allowing them to...
What is NABCEP Certification?
NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) is a reputable solar certification and accreditating organization ensuring homeowners can rely on solar installers with the...
Powerwall 2 vs. Enphase Encharge
Solar-powered homes reduce electricity bills. However, on their own, they won't work during an outage without some sort of backup power supply or battery backup...
New Mexico Climate Solutions Act
While the 2021 legislative session did not pass New Mexico Climate Solutions Act, it's likely to return in the 2022 legislative session. One reason why this...
