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To the surprise of many, LG is no longer manufacturing solar panels. But it’s not the only solar company that’s folding. 

Many have closed entirely, gone bankrupt, been acquired, and even sold off. 

But with LG — one of the most notable popular companies to manufacture solar panels — closing its doors to solar, many are wondering where they

When you go solar, you can often benefit financially by sending excess energy from your panels back to the local electric grid. However the compensation varies by state or city, and even down to the utility provider. We’ve outlined key information you should know about net metering and how to empower your community if you decide to go solar now

Freedom Solar Power is committed to providing our customers with expert knowledge on how to optimize their Tesla Powerwall during an outage. We also want to help them understand their energy consumption.

Backup batteries can often seem mysterious, so we’re breaking down the formula to make the Powerwall work for you.

As of February 2022, President Joe Biden extended tariffs that the Trump administration placed on solar panel imports. However, the range of solar products that the tariffs affect is reduced. 

The decision involves a tariff decrease from 30% to between 14% and 15% on imported crystalline silicon solar products for the next four years. Although bifacial solar panels are

The new route to solar power is taking a nonconventional direction in the world. As more people seek the benefits of solar, Freedom Solar Power installs panels in a variety of home environments, ranging from tiny homes in the heart of Houston to stones in the West Texas desert. 

Freedom Solar played a role in

On a sunny week in May, we celebrated two milestones for Freedom Solar Power. We’re thrilled to expand our presence in the Sunshine State.

We established the Freedom Solar flagship location in Tampa one year ago. Now, we’ve officially opened the doors of our Orlando office and warehouse. Freedom Solar is the only SunPower® Master Dealer in Tampa

Utility companies across the United States are making their biggest spending increase in decades. 

Aging power grids, rising electric vehicle (EV) use and the gradual transition to renewable energy reliance will induce higher rates for customers. 

Here’s a look into what’s going on and what you can expect. 

Just between February 2021 and February

As summer approaches, we’re spotlighting Freedom Solar customers. These folks are doing amazing things and spreading the positive impact of solar with the world!

The best part of our job is hearing from customers who are happy with the work we’ve done — and with whom we develop a relationship based on shared values. Pastor Stan and

Homeowners are moving quickly to solar power as climate change causes more severe weather conditions. Solar keeps homes safe and powered during outages and unsafe conditions. But it also offers financial benefits and environmental improvements that people desperately need. 

For these reasons, architect Trey Farmer of Forgecraft Architecture and Design chose Freedom Solar Power as his

Darrell Brownlow, a fifth-generation Texan, considers solar a beneficial home addition because it’s low maintenance, offers energy independence, and is able to sustain efficient energy production for decades. This made it a perfection addition for bringing a modern to twist to his South Texas Ranch dubbed Rancho Carrizo.

Brownlow is a geologist who grew

In northwest Austin in 2021, we at Freedom Solar Power completed our most complex residential solar and backup power installation project ever. Our team was inspired by the homeowner’s desire to pass along a property to his family that can not only produce enough power to zero out his energy bills but also provide peace of mind during grid outages

Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC), the largest member-owned electrical co-op in the country, has revised its net-metering policy. This raises the cost of utility bills for its members with solar energy and discourages homeowners from adopting solar. With demand for electricity continuing to grow and the aging electrical grid undergoing increased strain, PEC should prioritize higher solar adoption for its members

A solar power purchase agreement (PPA) is essentially a financial arrangement between a developer and a customer. A developer will arrange the overall design, financing, permitting and installation of a solar panel system on a customer’s property.

Solar PPAs are a popular financing option for those considering going solar in the U.S. because they allow you to install

Because solar panels require sunlight to generate electricity, the simple answer is no, they don’t work at night. Most of the confusion about solar panels working at night is related to solar storage and using a backup power supply during the night.

We’ll go over how solar panels are still worth the investment through net metering and backup energy

The short answer is yes, solar panels work on cloudy days. 

Solar photovoltaic (PV) cells will still generate energy even when light is partially blocked or reflected by clouds. But there are a few things to consider when determining how much energy your panels can produce on those particularly overcast days. 

Byron Kominek’s farm — rebranded as Jack’s Solar Garden — sits right outside Boulder, Colorado, in the city of Longmount. It’s one of the most thriving agrivoltaic farms in the country. 

However, its 24 acres weren’t always prosperous.

The farm mostly produced hay over the past 50 years. Now, it’s gone through a major transformation that substantially increased its

Colorado Springs recently got its first solar co-op, making it the 10th total in the state.

Solar United Neighbors, a nonprofit that advocates for energy rights and educates residents on solar power, set up the co-op. Its creation comes after an increasing number of Colorado Springs residents have chosen to install solar panels. The city sees more than 1,000

More and more people are becoming aware of solar panels after seeing an increasing amount on the roofs of homes and businesses. 

However, a term that may be new to you is “hybrid solar system.” Hybrid solar systems allow you to source energy from the grid if your panels don’t generate enough electricity to power your home. 

Are you interested in harnessing renewable energy but not sure how it works?

Whether you choose to purchase or lease solar panels, the final cost will depend on a few factors. If the price of paying cash to purchase is out of reach for you, leasing is an option that keeps renewable energy accessible.

“Florida’s leadership on solar has not only provided residents with clean, renewable power but has also given other cities an excellent example on how to make it happen.”

—Ryann Lynn, Environment Florida Research and Policy Center

The Environment America Research and Policy Center, a national network of environmental groups, released a report ranking the nation’s top solar

“These assets still produce 80% power, so why are we throwing them away?” – Rich Stromberg, Equitable Solar Solutions Director

Solar technology isn’t new. It has been gradually improving overtime, leading longtime solar energy users to update their panels when they become outdated. 

So what happens when solar system owners make a replacement?

Luckily, there are organizations that work

Solar panels are an excellent way to cut down on using natural gases while providing the energy your home needs. You’re not only helping the planet but also helping yourself by gaining energy independence in a clean and sustainable way.

But what about the critters and birds that may try to get under your panels? We know

On December 7, 2021, Denver-based nonprofit Arc Thrift Stores announced its partnership with SunShare, a solar energy company also in Denver. 

Through this coalition, Arc Thrift Stores will power all 30 of its locations with community solar energy. This creates a more sustainable business model for the company — and allows the community to reap a range of benefits.

Two companies are building a large new solar farm spanning 1,350 acres in Elm Branch, about 40 miles south of Dallas. The 163-MW facility is the first major solar project that L3 Harris Technologies (L3Harris) and Lightsource BP solar panels have developed.

In fact, it’s the world’s largest solar project, containing more than 360,000 solar panels. This project