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Looking to install solar panels in Oregon or Washington? Want more info on solar energy? Our solar blog articles cover everything from net metering, to federal solar tax credits, to how to get the most out of your solar project.

hidden costs of doing nothing in power outages

The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing During Power Outages

The hidden costs of power outages are no longer rare inconveniences; they are an increasingly common and costly part of everyday life in many parts of the United States. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average American household now experiences over eight hours of power outages per

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Benefits of Adding Battery Backup to Existing Solar Panel System

Adding Battery Backup to Solar: A Smart System Upgrade

If you already have solar panels, one of the smartest next steps you can take is adding a battery backup system. While your panels are producing clean, renewable energy and lowering your utility bills, without a battery, that power can only be used in real-time or sent back to the

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senate proposal signals end of solar tax credit

Senate Proposal Signals End of Solar Tax Credit

Update: As of July 4, 2025, the solar tax credit (or Investment Tax Credit, ITC) is scheduled to expire on Dec. 31, 2025. To read more about the end of the solar tax credit and the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBBA), click here. To learn more about current solar and battery

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