The solar investment tax credit (ITC) is an important tool for anyone in the US thinking of pursuing solar energy. Also known as the federal solar tax credit, the ITC currently lets solar energy system owners deduct 26% of the cost for a solar installation from their federal income taxes. The ITC is one of […]
The societal benefits of solar energy are well-known. It’s clean and emissions-free, without polluting the air. It’s renewable, since unlike fossil fuels we won’t be running out of sunlight anytime soon. For those that can get solar installed at home, it provides energy independence, with electricity coming from a direct source on their own properties. […]
Solar power is becoming more widely available and more enticing to homeowners across the US. As the costs have reduced significantly over time – by 70% since 2014 – going solar is a wiser investment than ever. Most commonly generated via photovoltaic (PV) panels, residential solar is not only a cleaner alternative to conventional fossil […]
Most of us would welcome more natural light into our homes. For one thing, it can reduce electricity use by lessening the need to keep lightbulbs running. A brighter home also helps improve one’s mood, and sunlight even provides physical health benefits by increasing the body’s Vitamin D intake. While windows let sunlight into most […]