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The facts are in - solar and EVs are a great pair! With the recent announcement from Solar Energy Industries Association that the U.S. has over 5 million solar installations, we think now could be a good time to get EV adoption to the same level! Charged with solar, of course. https://lnkd.in/esdcaMm9 https://www.seia.org/5M

Thomas chatted about the EP Cube with George Kuo of Canadian Solar Inc. Solar at #PCBC! The EP Cube was recently named #3 in our top 5 battery brands for 2024 list! Find out what makes EP Cube a great choice: https://lnkd.in/gd5NN3-4

Over the past month, we've shared some incredible insights from our 2024 Solar Industry Report, created in partnership with NABCEP: North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. We polled hundreds of solar professionals, including installers, wholesalers, and manufacturers, to gain insight into the future of solar energy. Here's a breakdown of the 4 key insights we want to highlight as we move into the remainder of the year.

We might be biased and point to our blog as a source of truth, but we want to shout out the other incredible news sources chosen by our 2024 survey respondents:  pv magazine USA Solar Power World Solar Builder Magazine Energy Storage News Co PV Tech, Inc  If reading articles is not your thing, follow these sources on YouTube or check out state-level industry group newsletters! California Solar & Storage Association, Colorado Solar and Storage Association (COSSA), Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA), and Mid-Atlantic Solar & Storage Industries Association.

Finally, we've solved the famous The New York Times Connections game for the first time! All it took was making our version. 

Your location could make a big difference in how much value solar adds to your home. 🌍 Our recent Zillow study uncovered some interesting trends: Solar panels add the most value in some unexpected places, pictured below. Homes in certain sunny states do, in fact, generate a higher price with solar ☀️ In a shocking twist, solar can even decrease home value in some areas Want to learn more? Dive into our comprehensive report and learn how solar could impact your home's value. #SolarPower #HomeValue #RealEstate #Sustainability

Finding the best installation equipment is crucial for a successful solar company and impacts its sales! According to our report, these are the top five qualities solar companies look for when choosing a module brand: 1st: Performance / Quality 2nd: Brand name / Reputation 3rd: Product Warranty 4th: Pricing 5th: Product availability All of these factors considered, respondents chose Qcells North America as their top pick, with Enphase Energy right behind for both inverters and batteries! We’re not surprised — Qcells has also topped the SolarReviews “Best Solar Panel Brands” list for two years in a row! 

Solar panels are generally maintenance-free, but because solar panels are meant to last over 25 years, some maintenance issues are bound to arise. According to installers, the most common maintenance needs are: - Inverter/ hardware failure and replacement - Battery software setup issues - Roof leaks - Wiring issues Oftentimes, homeowners will be covered by a warranty, but by thinking one step ahead and adding a Solar Insure insurance plan, you’ll be covered even if your solar company goes out of business over those 25+ years. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/exEvgtgU

California, once a leader in solar panel adoption, hit a roadblock with the introduction of a new Net Metering policy at exactly this time in 2023. Because of that, the California solar market has changed significantly over the last year: - 69% of installers report lower sales  - The average installer has laid off at least 5 workers - 76% of companies are concerned about their ability to meet their cashflow California Solar & Storage Association CEO states: “Solar companies are working harder than ever to stay afloat, but our market has been set back 10 years, and the state continues to throw up obstacle after obstacle to the adoption of solar and storage. It’s like a Bizzaro World out here.” One thing remains true, though: The high cost of electricity in California will keep solar as a viable option for homeowners, even if they will not be getting paid for their excess energy. But that is where batteries can shine. Scroll to page 14 in our report to dig deeper. https://lnkd.in/exEvgtgU