Tag: Residential Solar
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BENY launches rapid shutdown device
BENY launched a Rapid Shutdown Solution solution this month, the BFS-21/22. The component-level rapid shutdown device plays a crucial role in NEC solar code. Rapid shutdown devices swiftly cut off the circuit by controlling current and voltage switches in order to prevent the spread of faults and fire incidents. These devices have become essential for……
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The benefits of non-metal flashings for tile roofs
This piece was submitted by K2 Systems Tile roofs are a common roofing option in large solar markets such as California, Arizona and Florida. They come in varying shapes, sizes, and materials. Modern tile roofs are built using heavier-duty concrete tiles that interlock, while traditional tiles are made of clay and can be fragile. Underlayment……
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SolarReviews releases results of 2022 Solar Industry Survey
A recent solar industry survey reported that 63% of residential installers saw increased demand last year. These findings and more can be found in the SolarReviews 2022 Solar Industry Survey. The survey was conducted Feb. 6 – March 3, in conjunction with the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) and received nearly 450……
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HOAs prevent the proliferation of home solar
“Can I put solar on the north side of my house?” my sister asked me. “Sure! If you move to Australia,” I responded, seeing her eyes roll through the phone at my factual, yet unconstructive response. She was asking because her Home Owners Association (HOA) only allows solar on the rear side of houses, which……
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Webinar: How to sell more energy storage
Thursday | May 25 | 2 p.m. EDT Register here 82% of solar installers are noticing an increased interest in storage from homeowners. Whether it’s for EV charging, taking advantage of TOU rates, or just peace-of-mind, storage is exploding in interest…but that doesn’t necessarily mean sales. In this webinar, Aurora Solar will share how to……