Much of modern life is defined by the balancing act of income and expense. We work to provide for ourselves and our families, and we spend that income on the things we want and need to operate daily. Many expenses are unavoidable, like water and groceries. Others, like an unexpected repair bill, can be uniquely […] The post Energy Costs: From Expense to Investment appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

As Black History Month comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to elevate and explore the contributions of black leaders in the solar energy space. From scientists to engineers and beyond, solar energy as we know it today would not exist without the hard work, dedication, and ingenuity of these individuals. As […] The post Black History and Solar Energy appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

You have a number of purchasing options for solar when you’re ready to make the switch. Whether you decide to purchase a system outright, acquire a loan to cover the cost, go in for partial benefit with a lease, or enter into a PPA, there’s no one size fits all path to a solar installation. […] The post Purchasing Options for Solar: Lease Vs. Purchase Vs. PPA appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

Tariffs have dominated the conversation over the last few weeks as the new administration took office and began establishing their new policies. Regardless of who is in office or what the intention of these tariffs may be, the end result is always the same - consumers will end up having to pay more for goods […] The post Tariffs Will Impact Solar Prices in 2025 appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

Your 2025 energy bill will likely be the source of some frustration, and it’s worth keeping in mind as we enter a new year of potential energy increases. Energy expenses used to be an afterthought for most California residents, but over the last few years we’ve seen the monthly energy bill rise to prominence from […] The post What to Expect from your 2025 Energy Bill appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

The products that go into your solar project are critical to the success of your system, but beyond a few specific items, most aren’t exactly household names. Now, some of this is due to the fact that not everyone getting a system installed is an industry vet, but with so many components of a solar […] The post The Power of Product for Solar Energy appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

Financing is such an important part of the solar industry, and it plays a large role in making these investments more accessible for more people. Despite its ubiquity, solar financing is far less a part of the conversation as it ought to be. When we talk about going solar, much of the focus is on […] The post Making Solar More Accessible With Financing appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

If a solar plan wasn’t part of your planning for 2025, we’re here to help you get started and understand the benefits of planning ahead. When it comes to the start of a new year, it’s a good idea to think about what you want to accomplish and how you’re going to get to where […] The post Creating a Solar Plan for 2025 appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

Solar in 2025 is a topic of conversation we’ve been exploring lately as we consider what is coming next for the future of clean and renewable energy. On the one hand, there is a lot that will remain in place, and yet on the other hand there are some changes on the horizon that you […] The post Solar in 2025: What Comes Next for Renewable Energy? appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more

The latest rate increase of 2024 has arrived, bringing the total number of increases this year to 4. Each rate increase has been defended by the utility and approved by the CPUC, but consumer advocacy groups are sounding the alarm as average bill costs balloon to previously unheard of levels. When the year began with […] The post Utility Seeks 4th Rate Increase of 2024 appeared first on Simply Solar ..read more