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Virtual power plants: The future of the electrical grid

A virtual power plant (VPS) is made up of many energy producers including residential solar system owners who get paid for the power they produce.
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Fall is a good time to install home batteries in California

Fall is a good time to install home batteries in California because fall is when many public safety power shutdowns, also called blackouts, occur.
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How to figure out if home batteries are right for your home

Home batteries can save you a lot of money on electricity and provide power to your home in a blackout. Here's how to see if they are right for your home.
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How to tie solar panels to the grid

There are several regulatory hurdles you must clear to be allowed to tie solar panels to the grid. You'll need approval from your AHJ to connect.
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Do you have to pay for electricity if you have solar panels

Yes, you will still have to pay for any electricity that you use from the grid. If you supply all of your own power, then you'll only get a minimum bill.
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Why are my solar panels not reducing my bill

Your solar panels might not be reducing your electric bill if they aren't working, if you pay high peak electric rates, or they are underperforming.
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California SGIP can make home batteries nearly free

California's SGIP program can make home batteries free or nearly free if your household qualifies. Be ready for the next blackout!
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What is California’s time-of-use electric billing

Time of use billing is a rate plan offered by California's utilities where the time of day you use electricity determines how much you will pay for it.
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What are non-bypassable charges

Non-bypassable charges are fees on your utility bill that fund public purpose programs, nuclear decommissioning, and bond payments.
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Is there a limit to how many solar panels you can have

There is no limit to how many solar panels you can have, but there may be a limit to how much power you are allowed to generate.
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Are solar panels free in Illinois

Solar panels aren't free in Illinois, but thanks to Illinois Solar Energy Renewable Credits (SRECs) solar panels are a great investment in Illinois.
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How much does SCE pay for solar energy

Southern California Edison pays homeowners for excess solar power generation on a 1 to 1 credit based on the time of day the power is sent to the grid