Solar Energy
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Financing Solar Power, Part 3
Tapping into solar power requires balancing context, personal finances, and regional incentives
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Financing Solar Power, Part 2
If you want clean energy but owning a PV array is not in the cards, tapping into a community solar farm could be an option
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Financing Solar Power, Part 1
Navigating the cost-benefits of renewable solar energy is challenging in a seemingly chaotic market but breaking down the funding avenues is a good first step
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As Solar Panels Age Out, Recyclers Hope to Cash In
Solar panels have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years and contain valuable metals, including silver and copper
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A Boost for Clean Energy on Brownfields
New federal incentives can help communities repurpose brownfields into high-value sites that support a clean energy economy
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Riding Out Hurricane Damage With Solar and Battery Systems
When the power grid goes out, could solar and batteries power your home?
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A Win for Water, Energy, and Climate in California
Covering canals with solar panels will save water and help the state meet its renewable energy goals
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The BS* + Beer Show: Solar Power Storage and Backup
A technical dive into products, systems, and applications for storing solar energy
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California’s Solar Canal Solution
Shading the state's canals with solar panels would save water and land while providing a new source of renewable energy
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Cheaper Solar Power Will Help Low-Income Families
With the right kind of help, the benefits of rooftop solar could be extended to more homeowners