In Vermont’s state legislature, a bill is under consideration that will help owners of residential solar photovoltaic (PV) systems put more green into their pockets.

It’s not a rebate or an incentive program to reduce installation costs, but a change to net-metering policies–a change that can reap substantial savings for Vermont residents. (more…)

When it comes to sheer number of solar installations, Arizona comes in third among states, following California and New Jersey.

Until last December, Arizona’s incentive programs were among the best in the nation, with public utilities offering generous per-watt rebates in addition to a state rebate. (more…)

When you start thinking about adding a residential solar system to your home, the first question you’ll likely want answered is, how much is this going to cost me? A realistic answer to that question is, of course, it depends. Several factors must be taken into consideration to determine the cost of a photovoltaic (PV) system for your specific home and your specific location. (more…)