News Archive for 2018
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What is the best electric car available – and will it save you money?
December 31, 2018
Choose the EV for you by decided between quality & range vs affordability. Also see available incentives by state, & how charging compares to fuel costs.
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How much do FPL net metering rates pay for excess solar power exported to the grid?
December 30, 2018
FPL offers a net metering rate valued at the rate you would pay for your next kWh. Credit rolls over each month; annual surplus credit is rolled over into January of the next year as a cash credit.
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An expert review of Renogy solar panels
December 20, 2018
Everything you need to know about Renogy solar panels: what they can power, what comes with the kit, cost of installation, how the warranty compares if they’re good for DIY, and what the negatives are.
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Don’t sign a Tesla SolarCity solar panels lease or quote until you read this
December 19, 2018
Leasing solar panels for your home might seem like the easiest option. But it will probably cost more than you think. Here’s what solar leasing, purchase-power agreements and escalator clauses really mean.
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What are the pros and cons of solar roof tiles?
December 18, 2018
The Tesla solar roof doubles as a roof and is by far the most aesthetically pleasing option - but it is also the most expensive option. SunTegra and CertainTeed, on the other hand, offer solar shingles and tiles that are cheaper but require an existi...
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Solar panel installation cost for a typical house in 2020
December 17, 2018
See how the cost is worked out. Use your monthly electricity usage to calculate the solar system size and number of solar panels required. You then deduct the solar tax credit & other incentives.
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Where can I find Tesla & other charging stations for my EV?
December 05, 2018
There are a number of apps available to locate your nearest electric car charging station. Owners of Tesla Model X and S cars are able to use the Tesla charging stations for free to charge their electric cars but owners of the Model 3 will have to pa...
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What are the pros and cons of off-grid solar battery solutions
November 28, 2018
Battery solutions like the Tesla Powerwall 2 make living off-grid easier than ever. Living independently sounds great — but how much does it cost?
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Everything you need to know about California Net Metering 2.0 in 2020
November 27, 2018
While NEM 2.0 slightly reduces the benefits of going solar, it retains the crucial incentive of net metering. Getting a solar system installed now will lock you into NEM 2.0 for 20 years.
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Are solar panels for home a good investment?
November 26, 2018
How do I calculate whether solar panels for home will be a good investment? Solar cost calculators take your unique location, power use and solar prices in your city into account to calculate how many solar panels you need, how much solar will save y...
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Are solar panels worth it for your home in 2020?
November 23, 2018
Getting solar panels for your home increases the value of your house. They tend to sell quicker than non-solar homes. As people become more educated about solar power, there will be a higher demand for solar panels. People who have this already insta...
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of solar panel installation on a metal roof?
November 22, 2018
Is solar panel installation on a metal roof a good idea and what are the pros & cons of solar panel installation on a metal roof. Will solar cause roof leaks for standing seam metal roofs?
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