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Do I need a solar inverter with RGM (Revenue Grade Meter)?
An RGM (Revenue Grade Meter) is a meter that meets ANSI standard C-12.1-2008 requirements. ANSI standard C-12.1-2008 is an Electric Meters Code For Electricity Metering. It sets criteria for ac watt-hour meters, demand meters, demand registers, pulse devices, and auxiliary devices. In other words, an RGM sets acceptable performance levels for your solar inverter. It is production less consumption that qualifies for net-metering or Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECS).If you read the above
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Feb 12th 2020
Do Solar Panels Work In The Snow?
It's that time of year to ask, How Well Do Solar Panels Work In The Snow?Even with cold, gray, and dark winters, solar panels will work in the snow. Winter is the least performing season of the year, with January producing only about half the energy generated in June. This is because of shorter days, lower sun angle, and snow cover.A light dusting of snow that sticks to the grass usually won't stick to the panels. Heavy snowfall will cover the panels for a time, but then they clear right off.Acc
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Jan 15th 2020