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Dear Freedom Solar Customers, We understand that the recent unusually severe hail storms in Austin have left some of you…

Guest Author: Amber Isaku, Vice President of Lending, A+ Federal Credit Union I’ve been leading the lending and mortgage operations…

We’re in an era when sustainability and alternative energy are at the forefront of global conversations. And solar panels have…

Solar energy has gained loads of attention as one of the most sustainable energy sources — after all, sunlight is…

A solar panel temperature coefficient plays a big part in your system's efficiency — especially in different climates and conditions. Learn more here.

The U.S. power grid is a massive, interconnected network that delivers electricity to millions of homes, businesses and industries. Read more!

Have you noticed that your energy bill contains phrases like “off-peak electricity hours” and “peak” usage? Let’s explore what this means.

Follow our step-by-step guide to secure the best solar quotes. With it, you can make an informed decision on when and what to buy.

Learn the pros and cons of buying used solar panels, as well as essential insights to help you make an informed decision when going solar.

The heart of all solar power systems lies one crucial component — the photovoltaic (PV) cell. Learn how they work and why they're significant.

If you use a different panel brand, can you add Maxeon (previously SunPower) panels to your existing system? Learn more about this here!

Learn some common culprits of high energy bills, tips to reduce costs, but most importantly: Why is my energy bill so high?

Need help picking the right solar battery? Read about the out the main solar battery types and see what would pair with your energy needs.

Learn the average weight stats for both home and business solar panels, as well as some FAQs about solar panels’ weight. 

Have you heard of solar bill swapping? Do you know the benefits about solar installation financing payments? Learn all about it here!

Solar benefits might sound too good to be true — they’re not, yet solar myths still pop up. We’ll debunk five common solar storage myths.

In this blog we'll discuss myths about solar panels and solar energy abound. Let’s look at — and debunk — 11 widespread solar myths.

Selling a house with owned solar panels not only influences your selling process, but also improves the sale cost. Read on to learn more. 

As one of the top sources of renewable energy, solar panels are becoming an increasingly popular option for commercial buildings.

The average kWh for a house influences how many solar panels you need and determines how much power they must produce to meet your needs.

Solar shingles and solar panels have distinctive differences including design and cost to name a couple. Learn more here.

When it comes to solar panel size, learn about the basics (including average sizes) and what to consider for your own home or business.

Read about the impact trees have on solar panels and how to improve any potential performance issues from shading.

Learn some of the most common solar financing options including cash, loans, home equity, PPAs, leases, solar tax rebates and incentives.

Despite “free government solar panels” being a scam, you can still find affordable high-quality solar panels to benefit your home and wallet.

Are you considering solar loans? Learn about what they are, what to consider when surveying them and other loan options.