Catherine is a researcher and content specialist at Solar-Estimate. She has strong interests in issues related to climate and sustainability which led her to pursue a degree in environmental science at Ramapo College of New Jersey. While completing her degree, Catherine conducted research on the migration behavior and nesting habits of various birds. Catherine has previously worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm.
March 12, 2020
Reviewing how much you can save with New Mexico's reinstated solar tax credit.
February 13, 2020
Comparing Ygrene Energy Fund and Renovate America’s HERO Program PACE financing options for California homeowners.
January 22, 2020
A comparison of consumer financing options offered by Medallion Bank and Greensky Credit for solar installers.
January 10, 2020
It's been a rollercoaster year on the solar policy front. Here’s a review of some stand-out policy stories from 2019 and their effect on solar progress in 2020.
December 20, 2019
NJ finalized guidelines for an SREC transition program, which saves homeowners more money than a previous proposal had suggested.
November 27, 2019
Kentucky recently passed a bill that replaces full retail net metering with a lower compensation rate for solar customers.
November 06, 2019
Minnesota’s Value of Solar tariff is being challenged by the state’s largest utility, Xcel Energy.
October 25, 2019
NJ has introduced a new SREC transition program proposal, effectively cutting savings for solar homeowners.
October 22, 2019
Tesla’s Powerwall allows homeowners to increase their energy independence and save on their electric bills.
September 26, 2019
SGIP, California’s battery storage rebate program, is now available to residential and commercial properties looking to install batteries to reduce their reliance on the grid.
August 21, 2019
Tesla’s rent solar program promises easy installation & minimal upfront costs. You’ll just have to forfeit your tax credits and rebates. We discuss whether or not it's worth it.
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