Understanding the Federal Solar Tax Credit Changes from 2020 to 2021

Can You Still Take Advantage of the Federal Solar Tax Credit in 2021?

The federal solar tax credit, for many homeowners, was a big reason for them making the decision to go with this innovative renewable energy source. But as of last year, things looked bleak for homeowners and businesses who wanted to go solar but have not yet made the leap because the tax credits were scheduled to end with the year 2020. Thankfully that’s no longer the case, as a last-minute extension paved its way through legislation.

If the federal solar tax credit is an important part of your choice for going solar, then here’s what you need to know about the recent changes to the tax incentive program. more “Understanding the Federal Solar Tax Credit Changes from 2020 to 2021”

Awesome Solar-Powered Inventions to Check Out in 2020

The Best New Solar Inventions and Gadgets for Right Now

Other than the solar panels you see on neighborhood roofs and the solar-powered calculator you once used in algebra class, chances are good that solar power doesn’t have a regular presence in your day-to-day life. Well truly, that’s a shame.

In case you’re just waking up to the marvel that is household, affordable solar power, the sun is being used to power and charge many other gadgets beyond the handheld calculator these days. Check out these awesome solar-powered inventions for 2020.

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Get Ready for Summer Camping Trips with These Portable Solar Panels

Powering Your Devices Wherever You Set Up Camp This Summer

When it’s time to pack up the car and head for the hills, or the forest, or the beach, or the wide-open expanse of the desert, it can be challenging to leave behind some of the creature comforts of home—including your electronics. But you don’t have to worry about that any more, thanks to solar power!

Whether you’re bringing along the whole family for a few days of car camping, going deep into the backcountry on a solo backpacking trip, or glamping it up with your best friends on a secluded beach, you don’t have to leave behind your electric devices or worry about charging a phone if you have one of these handy portable solar panels along for the trip. Read on for details and get the most from solar power advancements today!

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Solar and Climate Change: A Guide for Homeowners

Are You Doing Your Part for Climate Change by Going Solar?

If you are a homeowner and are considering solar panels, one of the factors that may play a part in your decision is the relationship between going solar and climate change. You probably suspect that switching to solar energy can go a long way to slowing down the catastrophic effects of human civilization on climate, and you are correct. Here’s why.

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The Top 5 Power-Generating Solar States (And What That Means)

What States Are Producing the Most Solar Power in the U.S.?

If someone asked you to name the top five states generating the most solar energy in the US, you’d probably name those in the Southwest – the ones that get the strongest and most consistent amount of sunlight – and for the most part, you’d be right. However, there might be one state that could surprise you, and there’s much more that goes into creating solar energy than counting the number of sunny days in the year.

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Solar in Winter: Here’s What You Need to Know

Snow Won’t Damage Your Solar Panels

If you’ve had sturdy, reliable solar panels installed by professionals, then a little snow should not hurt the equipment. To begin, the slanted nature of a solar array’s design not only allows for maximum consumption of the sun’s rays, but it also encourages wintry weather (rain, sleet, or snow) to slide off quickly. In a way, that wet weather provides a fairly cost-free way to clean your panels after layers of dust, dirt, and grime may have built up over time.

Reports differ as to whether you should try and clean off any snow from the panels yourself, but the general consensus says you can let the panels melt the snow off with their own heat conduction. If you do insist on climbing up to your roof, make sure you use a solar panel snow rake to ensure that no scratches result from your cleaning.

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Is Solar Ever Going to Replace Fossil Fuels?

Global Warming Is Real – Can Solar Power Help Out?

With outspoken voices like that of student climate activist Greta Thunberg and former presidential candidate Jay Inslee taking center stage in the media these days, more and more evidence of the harmful environmental effects of fossil fuels is coming to light. The importance of renewable energy sources like solar has never been higher, but so many factors play into our ability to implement it.

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