How long do solar panels last?
How long do solar panels last? One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners considering a solar panel installation is “how long do solar panels last?” It’s hard to understand the upfront…
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Why Should You Choose SunPower?
When you’re choosing the best solar panel for your home or business, the manufacturer makes a difference. Here’s a helpful infographic that summarizes why SunPower is different. Visit our solar products page to learn how we design and manufacture our solar technology…
Home Solar Panel Maintenance Tips
“Don’t solar panels need a lot of maintenance?” SunPower gets this question from homeowners regularly, and it’s understandable given that no one wants to worry about climbing up on a roof to care for their solar panels….
How Much Power Can Solar Energy Generate on a Cloudy Day?
Clouds gather. The sky grows dark. A solar homeowner may naturally wonder: How much energy can my solar system generate during a cloudy day? While of course solar panels need sunlight to produce energy, it’s important to learn…
What is Solar Net Metering and How Does it Work
Many consumers who are thinking about going solar have heard the term “net metering” but aren’t sure what it means. What is Net Metering? Put simply, net metering is a utility billing mechanism available in…
A Quick Guide to Solar Storage Batteries
This week we’re announcing that in select U.S. markets the SunPower® Equinox™ home solar energy system can now be paired with industry leading solar battery storage providers such as Sonnen or Tesla. Read this accompanying blog post to learn more about how home…
New York Loves its Solar
The solar market is booming in the Northeast, as more homeowners realize that it’s a great way to combat rising electricity costs. Within the past six years, the amount of installed solar has grown by…
SunPower Offers Tax Season Rebate on Home Solar
It’s tax season! If you’re considering a home solar system, it’s important to know the financial benefits of the federal investment tax credit because it’s going to be reduced after this year. To celebrate the final…
Go Green for Earth Month & Save Money
Earth Month is around the corner, and it’s a reminder of us how important it is to live a greener lifestyle — not just in April but all year long. Accomplishing this doesn’t have to be difficult…
Need a Tax Break? Go Solar in 2019 for Maximum Benefits
If you’ve been on the fence about going solar, here’s a great reason to make a decision soon: The U.S. federal solar investment tax credit, known as the solar ITC, is set to decrease after…