Rooftop solar installers are steering customers toward leases instead of purchases. Federal tax credits for purchased systems have ended but are still available for leased ones.

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Solar panels still generate electricity on cloudy days and in cold weather, albeit less. Clouds cut output as less sunlight reaches the panels, but they continue producing power from indirect light.

Edelen Renewables will build a solar panel farm on the former Haley Pike landfill, but will pay much less for the land than ...

Will County District 2 incumbents Judy Ogalla, of Monee, and Frankie Pretzel, of New Lenox face Neil “Muggsy” Gallagher, of Manhattan.

Rethinking solar panel geometry beyond the traditional rectangle can unlock significant energy potential by optimizing coverage on complex, irregular rooflines.

Many 10-year-old solar systems still work, but quietly underperform. In 2026, repowering outdated 3kW systems can cost less than repairs and deliver far bigger bill savings.

"You need to speak to several contractors before making a final selection," said Michael Trahan, a solar energy expert.

One year after a CBS News New York investigation looked into a local solar installer, New York City has filed what it calls a ...

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Rethinking module geometry beyond the traditional rectangle could increase rooftop PV capacity on irregular buildings by improving packing efficiency and expanding placement options.