Factsheet

Speed to Deploy

America needs more power now, not 4 years from now. AI and data centers are putting new demands on America’s already-stressed energy grid, raising electricity prices.

Solar Data Cheat Sheet

Today, nearly 7% of U.S. electricity comes from solar energy, over 7 times its share a decade ago

Energy Storage Data Cheat Sheet

Battery Energy Storage System Safety

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are among the most thoroughly tested and code-governed energy infrastructure deployed, and their safety record is improving dramatically as the technology matu...

A Farmer's Guide to Solar

Solar is available as a power choice in all fifty states, territories, and the District of Columbia. Explore your options for integrating solar on your farm.

Solar & Agricultural Land Use

As solar continues to expand into new markets, both rural and urban, land use discussions are likely to occur. In these discussions, it’s important for participants to understand that solar i...

Inverter & Supply Chain Cybersecurity

Cyberattacks against critical infrastructure and the energy sector are on the rise. While cyberattacks on the solar and storage industry have not been nearly as frequent or severe as other areas of...

Virtual Power Plant (VPP): Best Practices & Principles

A Virtual Power Plant (VPP), also known as a Distributed Power Plant, is a network of decentralized energy sources — like solar panels, home batteries, and smart devices — that work together to...

Financing Guide for Residential Solar Installers

Helping Customers with Solar & Storage Financing Options After 2025 Solar energy use has grown rapidly over the past decade. Costs have dropped, while new ownership and financing models allow ...