Community solar is now available in Maine. Although it was established by the Maine General Assembly in 2015; LD1430, the new Maine Act allows Maine to deliver a reboot to community solar. We are getting many questions about community solar in Maine so here are the...
Introduction The world of solar energy has changed a lot over the last decade. Most people think of rooftop systems when they think of solar. Unfortunately, that can be an expensive option if it’s an option at all for people who want to help save the environment. But...
What you have been told about solar might not be the full truth. Solar has changed and evolved over the years and what you don’t know could cost you money. How do you know what will work for your home or business? How is community solar different than rooftop solar or...
Community Solar fosters the production of clean energy by offering the opportunity to support renewable solar energy to everyone regardless of income, or whether they rent or own a property. The clean renewable energy produced by community solar farms replaces energy...
Introduction Solar isn’t just for a home with the right roof or sun-facing property. Now it can be for anyone. Currently, there are 19 states and Washington, DC with legislation supporting community solar. Community solar is a relatively new option and most states...
Usually when you think of solar energy the first thought is its positive environmental impact. But there is another benefit: job growth. Did you know that the number of people working in clean energy now outnumber fossil fuel workers by a factor of three to one?...
The amount of energy produced by solar panels is a byproduct of a number of factors. One common misconception is that solar panels produce better in the heat. In reality the opposite is true. Cooler temperatures can yield greater output whereas very hot temperatures...
Solar energy is less expensive and better for the environment so no matter how you choose to access solar power, you can’t go wrong. To help you make an informed decision, here are a few things to consider when it comes to which option may be best or viable for you....
There are multiple options to consider when you’ve decided to go solar. It is widely known that solar energy is the cleanest, safest, renewable energy source available. The concept of turning sunlight into electricity – known as the photovoltaic (PV) effect...
