The Convert Solar Blog
How Solar Microgrids Can Save Communities
In fall 2024, a major Category 4 hurricane swept through the southeast coast of the United States. Hurricane Helene was the deadliest Atlantic hurricane to strike the United States mainland since Katrine. It ripped through North Carolina, flooding streets,...
Cost-benefit Analysis of Solar, how to calculate your ROI & payback period.
Can’t decide whether solar is right for you? A cost-benefit analysis will clarify the choice! So, let’s examine solar’s costs and financial benefits. We’ll explore payback periods and potential return on investments (ROI). By the end of this blog, we’ll answer: How...
What’s happening in the solar industry? How domestic manufacturing is powering America’s future.
You’ve probably heard A LOT about tariffs. You might even be sick and tired of reading about them. But let’s look at the big picture of one of the industries affected. Proponents of tariffs often say that tariffs will bring industries, jobs, and manufacturing...
What Are Agrivoltaics? What do Agrivoltaics do? How can Agrivoltaics help the United States achieve clean energy?
We love backyard cookouts as much as the next person. Sizzling burgers, crisp leafy lettuce, and creamy condiments. Yum. But very rarely do we think about where our burgers, veggies, and condiments come from. Around 90% of what Americans eat is grown...
Convert Solar Strikes Gold! REC Gold Certified Solar Installer
At Convert Solar, we're thrilled to announce a significant milestone that directly benefits YOU, our valued customers. We've achieved REC Gold Certified Solar Professional status for 2025! This prestigious certification places us among an elite group – just 15...
Net Metering is about to change!
Net Metering makes solar more affordable and accessible. It is an excellent cost-saving tool, shortening solar’s payback period. It’s a process where utility companies and solar owners share power. Splitting power production at peak times for the betterment of the...
Are These Perovskite Solar Cells The Future of Residential Solar?
“Solar modules can now reach 39.5% efficiency!” You might have heard some exciting news in the form of enthusiastic headlines boosting new, ultra-efficient solar cells. We are excited for all solar innovations. It is true that scientists created a new type of solar...
Battery or no Battery: a Buyer’s Guide to Energy Storage Options
78% of US adults are concerned about rising home energy costs. That’s from a 2024 CNET survey. There’s never been a better incentive to go solar. But how can you make the most of your investment? How do you get the most energy from your system? Let’s look at an...
How Weather Conditions Affect Solar Panel Performance and Longevity
“I’d love to go solar, but I don’t know how solar panels hold up against the weather.” That’s a very understandable sentiment. Residential solar is a huge investment, so it makes sense that if you want to see your returns, your investment will have to...
Solar Power Demystified: Your Beginner’s Guide to Going Green!
So you want to go green? Good for you! But where do you start? What are the basics of solar? You’re bound to have a lot of questions. However, you’re also bound to run into some misinformation and misconceptions. Isn’t solar maintenance a big pain in the...
DIY vs. Professional Installation: What’s Best for Your Residential Solar System?
Solar empowers you to be self-sufficient and energy-independent. Solar is the top choice for those living off the grid, on self-made homesteads, or a nomadic lifestyle. Most of them choose the DIY route for various reasons we’ll explore. But what should you choose?...
Customer Testimonial: John Harrison’s Experience with Convert Solar
https://youtu.be/Xq2ngfwBA1M John Harrison and his wife made the decision to embrace solar energy when they moved to Suffolk, Virginia. With 27 solar panels installed by Convert Solar, the Harrisons have been enjoying the benefits of clean energy and reduced utility...
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