Going off-grid with solar: what does it mean and how much will it cost? (Part 1)
This is Part 1 of a two-part series that explores the economics of going completely off-grid with solar. Part 1 focuses on what it...
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May 28, 2021
An overview of the “commence construction” clause
The country’s best solar incentive, the federal investment tax credit (ITC), is in the process of winding down. 2019 was the last year...
May 21, 2021
SRECs in Pennsylvania: prices, projections, and program status
If you’re considering installing a solar panel system in Pennsylvania, one incentive to be aware of is solar renewable energy...
May 17, 2021
How have solar equipment costs declined over time?
Over the last decade, the costs of solar have decreased from over $8 per Watt in 2009 ($/W) to $2.75/W in 2019 on EnergySage, a decline...
Apr 15, 2021
Feed-in tariffs: a primer on feed-in tariffs for solar
There are a number of financial incentives offered to property owners going solar. From rebates to tax incentives and net metering...
Jan 16, 2021
What is MACRS? All you need to know for your commercial solar installation
If you’re a homeowner looking to go solar, the incentives you have available to you are pretty straightforward: from net metering to the...
Dec 29, 2020
The ITC was extended (again)! What you need to know in 2021
On December 21, 2020, Congress passed the omnibus spending and COVID relief bill, and on Sunday, December 27, 2020, President Trump...
Nov 1, 2020
Which SDG&E rate schedule is best? Understanding peak hours
Are you a customer of San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E)? Whether you currently have solar panels on your roof, are considering solar, or...
Aug 21, 2020
Federal ITC savings: 2020 vs. 2021
One question we field a lot at EnergySage is whether it’s the right time to install solar panels. For anyone asking that question in...
Jul 30, 2020
SRECs in Maryland: prices, projections, and program status
If you’re considering installing solar in Maryland, one incentive you should be aware of is solar renewable energy certificates (SRECs)....
Jul 7, 2020
Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART): Massachusetts’ SREC II replacement program
Massachusetts has always been one of the best states for solar. Not only does the Bay State have the high electricity rates that lead to...
Jul 4, 2020
Should I pre-sell my SRECs?
There are a number of state-specific solar incentives for solar owners to take advantage of, such as tax credits and rebates. One of the...
Jun 2, 2020
California net metering: everything you need to know about NEM 2.0
Net metering in California is part of what makes the Golden State the undisputed leader for solar in the country. In fact, California saw...
May 1, 2020
SREC prices: explaining how to sell your RECs in the U.S.
If you’ve been researching the best solar energy incentives available, you have likely heard something about solar renewable energy...
Apr 29, 2020
Thinking of investing your stimulus check? Consider solar.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) began sending out stimulus checks earlier this month, providing much-needed cash to a country hit hard...
Jan 6, 2020
Federal ITC extension: everything you need to know
Homeowners, solar companies, and industry advocates alike were given a big Christmas gift in 2015 when Congress approved the 2016 federal...
Jan 4, 2020
SRECTrade: everything you need to know about the leading SREC aggregator
Solar energy renewable certificates (SRECs) are some of the most attractive solar incentives available in the United States. Many states...
Jul 26, 2019
Federal ITC stepdown: comparing savings between 2019 vs. 2020
Because the cost of solar continues to decline, one question we field a lot at EnergySage is whether you should wait to install solar...
Jul 15, 2019
Solar panels for businesses: does commercial solar make sense?
If you’re a business owner, the concept of “solar panels for businesses” might seem like a risky move in a complex and confusing market....
Jul 3, 2019
Phantom loads: what you need to know
There are two primary ways to reduce your electricity bills: 1) by generating your own electricity with solar energy and 2) by reducing...
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