Millions of Dollars in Tax Credits This Year, but What’s in Store for Next Year?
Authored by Bret Biggart Over the last month, there’s been a steady stream of news about funding freezes, executive orders,…
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After a Tough Stretch, The Future of Solar is Bright
by Bret Biggart I believe in this solar power the way Edison believed in electricity. I’ve seen what solar can…
It’s time to get the bad actors out of rooftop solar in Texas
You may have seen the excellent recent articles in the San Antonio Express-News about the unscrupulous, unethical, and even illegal ways that…
Bret Biggart is among Austin’s best CEOs
Bret Biggart’s trajectory in the solar power industry has gone from simply trying to get a price quote for installation of solar panels at his own home to leading Austin-based Freedom Solar Power, one of the largest solar installation companies in the United States.
Many Catastrophes, One Warning: What a Brutal Hurricane Season Says about the Future, and How Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage Will Help
By Bret Biggart Way back in July, Hurricane Beryl hit Houston. The storm upended the local power grid and left…
3 Lessons of Sobriety for My Business (and Yours, Probably)
By Bret Biggart I talk a lot about solar power, this industry of ours, and business and entrepreneurship generally. I…
Storms Show Why Solar Needs to Be the Future
Authored by Bret Biggart You know all about Hurricane Beryl and the devastation it wrought in the Houston area last…
Want the Power Company to Start Paying You?
Authored by Bret Biggart How would you like it if, instead of you sending money to the power company every…
Energy Capital HTX: “Op-Ed: To protect the Texas grid, help Texans protect themselves”
Originally published by Energy Capital HTX; Written by Bret Biggart. On the evening of May 16, a devastating “derecho” storm…
House Digest: “What our solar power expert wants you to know about solar panels before installing a new roof”
Originally published by House Digest; Written by Jessica Tzikas A new roof is not always a simple fix. There are…
What Texas’ Record-Breaking Energy Landscape Means to You
Texas hasn’t met an energy record it couldn’t break. Our ability to keep up with a fast-growing economy helped make…
Solar Making Strides Toward a Sustainable Future
While Earth Day is always a good time to take stock of what we’re doing to protect the planet, this…
Tesla Powerwall 3 Changes the Game
By Bret Biggart I’m proud to be an early adopter of the Tesla Powerwall 3 — since it’s been installed…
Lessons from the 2021 Winter Storm: Texas must do more to protect consumers
Opinion by Bret Biggart, originally Posted on The Dallas Morning News. Three years ago this week, a winter storm left…
Winter is coming. Are you ready?
By: Bret Biggart A lot of us are still haunted by memories of freezing temperatures and power outages, both in…
Making a Difference on World Climate Day … and Every Other Day
First off, let’s be clear: fighting climate change is not a one-day-a-year thing. We should be working every day to…
Everything Starts with Humility
Freedom Solar’s core values are more than just words; they’re actionable mantras that guide everything we do. At our recent…
Texas Shines Bright as a Solar State
By Bret Biggart Texas is a solar state. That’s the message of my opinion piece last week in the Dallas…
In Texas, the State of Solar Is about to Get Stronger
By Bret Biggart There was a telling headline in the Houston Chronicle a couple of weeks back that will tell…
Across the Country, Solar Helps People Power through a Scorching Summer
Across the country, power grids are straining to keep air conditioners running through this brutal heat, not just Texas.
Can You Afford to Go Solar? Can You Afford Not to?
Solar changes the game — and most homeowners can afford it for what they’re already spending on electricity. Read our CEO'S opinion here!
Summer Heat Shows Texas Needs Solar
The lights stayed on, and the air conditioners kept running — and that’s largely thanks to the state’s massive and fast-growing solar power resources.
Texas “Dodged a Bullet” on Clean Energy — and No One Should Be Satisfied
The Texas Legislature hasn’t quite left town yet — but at least on energy issues, it’s going to leave Texans alone for a while.
EY Announces Bret Biggart of Freedom Solar Power as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Gulf South Award Winner
The Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards program is one of the preeminent competitive awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies.
Solar Empower Interview with Bret Biggart, CEO of Freedom Solar Power
Solar Empower sat down with Freedom Solar Power's CEO, Bret Biggart, to discuss the journey of being a leader and CEO in the solar industry.
To understand the inevitability of Texas solar power, just look at efforts to stop it.
As I recently wrote in the Houston Chronicle, efforts to stop solar power in Texas only prove its inevitability.
Celebrating the Past and Looking Forward to the Future
Freedom Solar preaches about the transformative power of solar energy, not only in people’s lives but in society and it has shaped the company
Austin-Area Nonprofits Decide to Face the Sun and Go Solar
We partnered with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas, installing solar panels on Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin.
3 Solar Adoption Obstacles in The Woodlands, Texas
What’s slowing down solar power in communities like The Woodlands? It’s the Three B’s: Bureaucracy, Big Business, and Backyards.
Austin Resident Weathers Ice Storm & Gives Meaning to “Live More Powerfully”
Austin resident kept their lights on during ice storm that knocked out power for the city, allowing them to stay warm and help neighbors.
Tree cover affects The Woodlands’ solar energy growth as adoption lags
Originally posted on houstonchronicle.com. At first glance, The Woodlands may seem to be an optimal location for residential solar panel…
Another Winter Storm Shows Solar’s Value
Two weeks ago, a devastating ice storm knocked out electricity across Texas. It took until this weekend for power to be fully restored.
Texas’ Clean Energy Industries Face Threats During 2023 Legislative Session
Texas' energy industries need “to coexist, adapt and evolve” for Texas to maintain its energy leadership.
What Do Texas Solar Customers Want from the Legislature This Year? Nothing.
Texas legislators convene in Austin this week for the Texas Legislature 2023. What do Texas solar customers want from them? Nothing.
Statesman Op-Ed: Put Texans First in Rethinking Texas’ Electricity System
By Bret Biggart If you’re following the news, you may have seen that the state is considering a massive redesign…
Solar Kept People Safe During Hurricane Season in 2022
In Texas, 2021’s Winter Storm Uri provided a powerful reminder of the value that solar power and energy storage plays during a massive storm.
Texas Needs All Options to Fight Energy Inflation
People across Texas and elsewhere are wrestling with inflation, and energy prices are a big reason why. Read CEO Bret Biggart's article!
The New Solar Boom Turns Homeowners into Power Generators — What Does That Mean for Texas?
The recently created Investment Tax Credit, will refund part of the cost of a solar system to customers who buy it. Read all about it here!
This Year, Solar Is on the Ballot in Texas
Texas’ energy future are very much on the ballot.” Read CEO Bret Biggart’s latest on renewable energy in Texas and the upcoming election.
Hey Texas Governments and Utilities: Let Clean Energy Work!
Texas solar power makes Texans more free and safe. What do delays and red tape mean for people who invest in this affordable clean energy?
Solar Installation in Houston Moves Data Company Toward Net-Zero
TGS cuts the ribbon on their solar array at the company's HQ in Houston. Freedom Solar's helping them walk Toward Net-Zero solar energy.
Editorial: Solar Helps Texans Live More Powerfully
The following op-ed was written by Freedom Solar CEO Bret Biggart and published by The Texas Tribune.