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Middle Income Homes Leading the Way for Solar Power
The idea that only rich people can afford solar panels has ended. According to a report from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s (LBNL), middle income households account for approximately 59% of homes that went solar in 2021.
Going solar has shifted from higher income earning households to middle and lower income homeowners. This is in part due to solar becoming more affordable and ever increasing utility costs.
The same trends are seen in households that have solar energy syst
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Dec 15th 2022
30% Solar Credit is back
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has passed, and with it the solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has been increased from 26% to 30%, effective immediately, and has been extended through 2032.The U.S. Treasury allows Energy Tax Credits for home or business owner incomes. Taxpayers are allowed one tax credit equal to 30 percent of the qualified investment in solar electric panels. Solar tax credits do not apply to solar heating for pools or hot tubs. Always consult your tax adviser, and take a
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Oct 21st 2022
How to Calculate Your Solar Tutorial
At SunWatts, we make solar simple, and calculating how much solar you need has never been easier. On our Calculate How Much Solar page, you will learn how much solar power in kilo-watts or kW is needed to generate the kilo-watt hours or kWh of energy used at your property.To find the calculator, go to "Get Started" from the main menu along the top of the screen for a computer or tablet, Or tap the menu icon at the top left on a mobile device. Hover over "Get Started," then click "Calculate
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Sep 16th 2022
When Your DIY Solar Installation Will Start Making You Money
Going solar is a smart move. Use this guide to calculate how long it takes before your DIY Solar Installation starts paying you back.
Solar technology is improving at an impressive rate. With the investments in the solar market, the more people that go solar, the better their systems are becoming. Current solar arrays are more efficient, customizable, and scalable. Plus, your solar installation will start making you money a lot sooner. But
when will your solar start paying you back?Know B
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Jul 25th 2021
Mississippi Home is Solar Powered with Battery Back-Up
A family in Mississippi wanted energy independence and to have their power
accessible and ready, regardless of what mother nature throws their way. They
worked with SunWatts to achieve their off-grid solar goals!
The steps to produce their own power began with a custom system design with a
choice among 15 of the best solar kits with battery backup options to meet their
needs. After selecting their solar kit, they took their permit plan to their
building and zoning department for their so
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Feb 25th 2021