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Solar panels: They might brighten the prospects of a home search or dim them. It all depends on the specifics. But still, by and large, homes on the market aren't likely to have solar panels. "We ...

Solar PPAs can make solar more accessible, but there are some things to know. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this does not ...

Solar is no longer just a way to trim your utility bill; for many homeowners it is a serious contender to keep the lights on ...

Can crops and clean energy grow side by side? A Louisiana study is testing whether solar farms can feed more than the grid.

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From rolling blackouts in California to windstorms toppling forests (and power lines) in Washington State; hurricanes devastating communities along the eastern seaboard to electrical grid failures in ...

Solar panels are generally worth it if you like the idea of cheap, clean energy. The main drawback is the high upfront cost of purchasing and installing the equipment. Financially, it’s worth ...

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About 21 years ago, my wife, son, and I moved into a beautiful new house in Hadley. Our home is solar powered and was featured in the Hampshire Life section of the Gazette. We use oil for our heat, ...

What kills a solar panel? Received wisdom suggests solar panels last for around 30 years, but that’s not the whole story here. “30 years is our best guess,” explained Garvin Heath of the National ...