Tue November 2024, Stephan Scherer

Solar for All: Making Clean Energy Affordable for Everyone

Switching to solar energy can feel like a dream for many families—lower bills, clean energy, and the satisfaction of reducing your carbon footprint. But for some, it’s a dream that feels out of reach, especially for low-income households and communities that have historically been overlooked when it comes to clean energy opportunities. That’s where the Solar for All initiative comes ...

Wed November 2024, Stephan Scherer

Discover the Best States for Solar Savings: Unlock Local Tax Incentives

When it comes to adopting solar power, the financial benefits go beyond just lowering your monthly energy bills. Across the United States, many states offer enticing local tax incentives to encourage homeowners and businesses to invest in renewable energy. These programs can significantly reduce the upfront cost of solar panels and battery storage systems, making clean energy more accessible and ...

Thu November 2022, Stephan Scherer

What is NEM-3.0 and implications for California?

First of all, what is NEM-3 and what does it stand for? NEM is an acronym for Net Energy Metering and concerns the tariffs and fees applied when retail and commercial users sell power back to the grid. https://www.seia.org/initiatives/net-metering NEM-3.0 is an update to the current feed-in tariffs under NEM-2, if the Public Utility Commission voted to accept the proposed ...