Tag: Residential Solar
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What’s the real value of high-efficiency solar panels?
The value of high-efficiency solar panels was studied by Nielson Scientific, NREL, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and ARPA-E. Their findings are summarized in this Solar Builder feature, originally published in 2020. For further insight into high-efficiency solar panel data, and how it should affect your solar installation business, check out our accompanying webinar this week: The……
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CalReady VPP to double California grid support this summer, says Sunrun
Sunrun is a leader in building virtual power plants (VPP). In California, Sunrun has networked more than 16,200 customers’ solar + storage systems via CalReady, the largest virtual power plant in the country. CalReady supports California’s electrical grid during the hot summer months. “We are on the forefront of a customer-led revolution to a cleaner,……
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Fronius USA updates installer partner program — here’s what’s new
Fronius USA is re-debuting its solar installer partner program, starting June 3, with new exclusive benefits, such as specialized trainings and a new “Service Authorized Installer,” designation dedicated to repairs and O&M work. According to Fronius, the impetus for the redesigned program is the rapid growth of the solar industry, which is in need of……
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Anker SOLIX X1 home energy storage system specs at a glance
Anker SOLIX, known for portable power stations, launched the Anker SOLIX X1 Home Energy Storage System (ESS) for stationary solar + storage jobs across North America. The X1 home backup power system features a stackable and compact modular battery design, wide temperature range performance and an innovative energy optimizer. “Soaring energy bills, power outages and……
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Solar group buy program in Wisconsin ready for 2024
Solar group buys are programs that incentivize a community to install solar within a specific time frame to get a lower price on their solar installation. Solar group buy programs have the added benefit of driving business to quality, vetted solar installation companies. MadiSUN, the solar group buy program for the city of Madison, Wisconsin,……