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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.
3min
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.
3min
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.
3min
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.
3min
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!
2min
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.
3min
What are non-bypassable charges
Non-bypassable charges are fees on your utility bill that fund public purpose programs, nuclear decommissioning, and bond payments.
3min
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