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Renewable Energy Proves it Can Power the Grid
Rational Cause for Optimism Renewable Energy Proves it Can Power the Grid
Outbreaks of renewable energy supplying 100% of society’s electricity needs are becoming more common, illuminating the…
by Phil Coupe

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Q&A with Maine Green Broker, Julia Bassett Schwerin
Solar Champion Stories Q&A with Maine Green Broker, Julia Bassett Schwerin
Julia Bassett Schwerin, a Certified Maine Green Broker, shares her insights on solar homes, and the evolving real estate…
by Jill McLaughlin
Double the Solar, Double the Champion: Solar with the Leonis
Solar Champion Stories Double the Solar, Double the Champion: Solar with the Leonis
The Leonis went solar with ReVision twice. Learn about their experience selling a home with solar, and why they decided…
by Jill McLaughlin
From Solar-Powered Farm to Solar-Powered Home
Solar Champion Stories From Solar-Powered Farm to Solar-Powered Home
Brooke and Rita installed solar at their Salisbury, MA farm, before selling it and installing solar at their new home in…
by Jill McLaughlin
Buying a Home with Solar Panels
Value of Solar Buying a Home with Solar Panels
Buying a home with solar panels already installed is a smart investment. Here are some things to consider before putting…
by Ben Joslin
What Happens With Unused Solar Power? Net Metering Explained
Solar Industry News What Happens With Unused Solar Power? Net Metering Explained
By 'net metering' with the utility, solar power you generate at your home/business unused during the day is sent to the…
by Fred Greenhalgh
Maine PUC Report: Benefits of Solar Outweigh Program Costs
Solar Industry News Maine PUC Report: Benefits of Solar Outweigh Program Costs
A new report by the Maine Public Utilities Commission has found that the tangible economic benefits of the Net Energy…
by Jill McLaughlin
How Partially Offsetting Your Electric Bill Still Saves You Money
Value of Solar How Partially Offsetting Your Electric Bill Still Saves You Money
Investing in solar saves money and contributes to a sustainable future, even with less than 100% offset on your…
by George Mulcahey
How to Navigate the Solar Boom: Questions to Ask a Solar Company
Solar Industry News How to Navigate the Solar Boom: Questions to Ask a Solar Company
Entering the solar market? Learn how to navigate the boom and what questions to ask before you commit.
by Ben Joslin
Who Can You Electrify?
Rational Cause for Optimism Who Can You Electrify?
Co-founder Phil Coupe talks with climatologist Dr. Cam Wake about the progress we've made in the last decade to reduce…
by Phil Coupe