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Do Solar Panels Work at Night?

Jul 8, 2024 | palmetto.com | Brian Church

PublishedJuly 9, 2024UpdatedJuly 9, 2024AuthorBrian ChurchWriterEditorAndrew BlokWriter and EditorIn this articleWithout the power of direct sunlight, solar panels do not work at night. While technically solar panels can work at night when exposed to moonlight or a secondary light source, any amount of electricity produced after dark will be insignificant compared to ordinary daytime generation.
Electricity Prices Keep Trending Up, Jumping 6% in May 2024

Jun 12, 2024 | palmetto.com | Andrew Blok

PublishedJune 13, 2024UpdatedJune 13, 2024AuthorAndrew BlokWriter and EditorEditorRyan BarnettSVP, Policy & New Market DevelopmentYou’ve probably gotten used to hearing about inflation. And, while inflation has cooled from its peak in 2022, some purchases, like electricity, keep getting more expensive. Prices for consumer goods increased 3.3% from May 2023 to May 2024, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Wednesday.
What is the Average Cost of Solar Panels? Your Guide to Understanding Solar Panel Cost

Apr 5, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 5, 2024In this articleConverting to solar has many benefits for homeowners; however, it's not the right choice for every household. Here's a closer look at the total costs involved, to help you decide if a solar panel investment makes sense for your home. How Much Do Solar Panels Cost? For most homeowners, the decision to install solar panels is primarily driven by cost. The average cost of solar panels as of Spring 2023 was $3.30 per watt, excluding financing.
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need on My Roof? Here's What the Experts Say

Apr 5, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 5, 2024You'll need more than one solar panel to provide enough power to your home and most families will require several solar panels connected together into a highly efficient solar installation to meet their energy needs. But exactly how many solar panels do you need for your home?
The Homeowner's Guide to Home Battery Backup

Apr 4, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 5, 2024In this articleIn the age of solar power, home battery backup systems provide safe and reliable energy security. As an advanced alternative to traditional backup systems, home batteries can increase your home’s energy independence and even lower your property’s ongoing electricity costs and carbon emissions.
Kilowatt-Hours (kWh) Explained: Understanding Your Energy Usage

Apr 4, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

PublishedApril 5, 2024UpdatedMay 20, 2024AuthorCory O'BrienSenior Director - Growth MarketingEditorRyan BarnettSVP, Policy & New Market DevelopmentIn this articleIf you are reading your electric bills or looking into solar, kWh is an abbreviation that will appear over and over again. Shorthand for “kilowatt-hours,” this guide will walk through everything you need to know about kWh, including what it means on your electric bill. What is kWh a measure of?
Kilowatt-Hours (kWh) Explained: Understanding Your Energy Usage

Apr 4, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

In this articleIf you are reading your electric bills or looking into solar, kWh is an abbreviation that will appear over and over again. Shorthand for “kilowatt-hours,” this guide will walk through everything you need to know about kWh, including what it means on your electric bill. What is kWh a measure of? Kilowatt-hours are a measurement of electric power, commonly used to quantify home electricity consumption, solar energy production, or EV battery capacity in the United States.
How To Fill Out IRS Form 5695 to Claim the Solar Tax Credit

Apr 3, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 3, 2024In this articleThe Residential Clean Energy Credit, commonly known as the Solar Tax Credit, is one of the biggest draws for homeowners turning to solar energy. This residential energy credit can save you a lot of money in taxes, but you must make a proper claim using Form 5695 to receive that money. Plus, in 2024, Form 5695 isn’t just for solar panels and can be used to finance both a number of qualified energy efficiency improvements and residential energy property expenditures.
Solar Energy Pros and Cons

Apr 3, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 3, 2024In this articleAs governments, businesses, and everyday people push to adopt more sustainable forms of energy, solar energy continues to gain momentum and popularity. Improving technology, lower prices, and federal and state incentives have combined to entice millions of homeowners to install solar panels on their roofs.
Solar Tax Credit: Will I Get a Refund if My Liability Is Too Small?

Apr 2, 2024 | palmetto.com | Cory O'Brien

April 2, 2024In this articleThe Solar Tax Credit, also known as the Residential Clean Energy Credit, allows you to save money when you install a solar power system via a reduction of your federal taxes. This tax credit has helped tens of thousands of households adopt solar power, because it can represent significant savings that are based on the initial installation cost of your solar.