The higher the utility bills, the better the economics for owning your own solar system. just saying...

I just read summaries of a panel of former utilty regulators that I found so interesting. In solar, I think there's a danger of utility regulators and solar contractors being at odds with each other. As with everything, understanding each others' perspective is the key to getting what you...

Another one (and one of the best, in my opinion) for the list - Elisa Wood's Energy Changemakers Newsletter Be an Energy Changemaker

CALSSA just produced battery safety talking points to share with those concerned about battery safety issues post LA and Moss Landing (Vistra) energy storage fires. Understanding the Safety of Residential Lithium-Based Energy Storage Systems Main take-away: Battery safety concerns should not...

Response to Borenstein’s critique of our assessment of the benefits of rooftop solar https://mcubedecon.com/2025/02/03/response-to-borensteins-critique-of-our-assessment-of-the-benefits-of-rooftop-solar/

"It's as simple as a bowl of carrots"

"It's as simple as a bowl of carrots"

not sure where to post this. "made in America" will be a growing issue in the upcoming 4 years. this book (white paper) just post out by InterSolar & Canary Media has a good overview and resources for anyone working in the supply chain space: Built in America: Transforming the U.S. Clean...

Recommend adding "The Institute for Local Self-Reliance" and the Energy Show to this list

I like all of the lines. this is from Northern Germany. So many good photo ops for solar there, you've just got to be fast with the camera.

Thanks for sharing these—super helpful resources! The ‘cost shift’ myth has been a major tool for utilities to stifle solar growth, so it’s great to have solid studies to back up the truth. The more we can arm ourselves with data, the harder it is for them to keep spinning this narrative. It’s...

Smart move by Enphase—this is a game changer for homeowners trying to avoid the NEM 3.0 transition and keep their energy costs low. Expanding systems without hitting that new tariff is like finding a cheat code for the grid! For anyone else considering upgrades, it’s key to make sure your...

Exactly! It’s the same old playbook: create a bogeyman (in this case, solar homeowners) to distract from the real issue—utilities are raking in profits while the rest of us foot the bill. The ‘false cost shift’ is just the latest in a long line of attempts to guilt-trip us into staying hooked on...

Add a dog, and boom! Can't go wrong with a cute dog in the picture. :)

What is the best source that you've found for current data on the solar labor force? Would love to hear any and all ideas on best ways to gather accurate data. Thnx

Please post updates on California SB 1374 - the bill that would fix the horrific CPUC decision ending VNEM. This latest article from Microgrid Knowledge has a great overview of the issues: California Microgrid, DER Communities Seeking Legislative Reversal of CPUC Net Metering Decision "If...

Definitely plan to have enough storage to power your most energy intensive day(s) with no other source of electricity. I think it's as simple as that or figuring out a generator for any shortfall.

And a good time to attend given Mexico's newly elected femal, climate scientist President! My fingers are crossed that she makes solar a priority in her administration.

I get where you are headed. It does seem like the fun part of AI is coming up with the questions, and, of course, trying to see what it can't answer. I've gotten into a number of debates with folks about whether policies that support rooftop (privately owned) solar should be phased out in...

I'm seeing more and more people do the bulk of their solar system installation themself, and then hire an electriction for the final utility interconnect. I'd love to start a thread about tips and tricks for this type of solar system install approached. Looking forward to hearing from folks...