Permitting reform could target rooftop solar soft costs
Hardware now accounts for about 20% of U.S. residential system prices, leaving permitting and interconnection as major cost drivers.
California court upholds NEM 3.0, dealing blow to rooftop solar
California appellate court has affirmed the Public Utilities Commission decision to sharply cut compensation for homeowners and businesses that export rooftop solar electricity production to the grid.
Fronius expands residential solar backup power with PV Point Comfort
The new solution provides an automated, retrofit-ready backup circuit for essential loads on Fronius GEN24 inverters.
REC Solar prepares to start 3.3 MW rooftop solar array for self-consumption
The project for California food distributor Arctic Cold includes a power purchase agreement.
Global-warming-induced degradation could raise rooftop solar LCOE by up to 20%
A global study finds climate change will sharply increase high-temperature risks, accelerate degradation, and raise costs for rooftop PV, with economically disadvantaged regions hit hardest. Researchers warn current IEC standards underestimate future risks, urging urgent updates to avoid stranded assets and rising electricity costs.
Solar success in the New England marketplace
ReVision Energy leverages a relationship-driven model and workforce innovation to navigate evolving clean energy policies and sustain long-term growth across New England.
Smart solar permitting bill passes New Jersey legislature
After a conditional veto, an amended bill to cut tape, accelerate solar and battery installations and deliver affordable electricity, is expected to be signed by New Jersey Governor Murphy.
Adapt to thrive: Managing the residential solar market downturn
Residential solar in the United States is in a sustained downturn as policy support shifts in key states, with conditions likely to worsen as federal tax credits near expiration. Companies in the sector now depend on cutting costs, expanding products and services, and innovating with customer financing to stay competitive.
RFQ alert: City of Austin seeks quotations for 111 solar installations
Austin, Texas seeks offers of design, engineering, installation, operations and maintenance and decommissioning of solar projects on municipal facilities.
Experts predict the top trends in U.S. residential solar for 2026
As the residential solar industry looks ahead to 2026, experts predict a bumpy ride with some fundamental changes to business operations, financing, and the long-term value of home solar.
