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APS Solar Buyback Rates Arizona: Time-Sensitive Changes Every Homeowner Must Know
APS Solar Buyback Rates Arizona: Time-Sensitive Changes Every Homeowner Must Know Published: July 29, 2025 Arizona homeowners face a critical deadline that could impact their solar savings for the next decade. Arizona Public Service (APS) will cut solar buyback rates by another 10% on September 1, 2025—continuing a trend that has nearly halved rates since…
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Why Is My APS Electric Bill So High This Month?
Why Is My APS Bill So High This Month? Published: July 25, 2025 If you’re a homeowner in Chandler, Paradise Valley, or Buckeye and you’ve asked why is my APS bill so high this month? You’re not alone. Many Arizona residents are experiencing significant increases in their monthly electricity costs, with some bills reaching $700…
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Why Arizona Solar Panels are an Environmental Game-Changer
Why Arizona Solar Panels are an Environmental Game-Changer Updated: August 20, 2025 Arizona’s abundant sunshine makes it the perfect state for solar energy adoption, but the environmental benefits extend far beyond just harnessing the sun’s power. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, Arizona homeowners and businesses have an unprecedented opportunity to make a meaningful…
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Declare Energy Independence this 4th of July with Solar Panels Arizona
This 4th of July, Declare Your Energy Independence with Solar Panels Arizona Published: Wednesday, July 7th, 2025 Every year on July 4th, we celebrate the birth of American independence—the moment we broke free from outside control and forged our own destiny. But in today’s world, solar energy independence Arizona takes on new meaning for Phoenix…
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Is the Solar Tax Credit Ending?
Congress Just Voted to End the Residential Solar Tax Credit Updated: August 11, 2025 | By SolarTopps Editorial Team Recently, the members of the U.S. House of Representatives made a surprising move by voting in favor of a comprehensive federal budget bill. The unexpected approval of the budget bill marks a key step in shaping…
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The Solar Power Duck Curve: How to Manage Daily Energy
Understanding and Navigating Arizona’s Duck Curve with Solar Topps Updated: August 13, 2025 Arizona’s solar adoption creates challenges like the duck curve. Learn how Solar Topps helps residents maximize savings and energy independence. The rapid adoption of renewable energy, particularly solar power, has transformed Arizona’s electrical grid system. As we transition away from fossil fuels,…
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Arizona Corporation Commission Elections
ACC Elections Affect on the Past, Present, and Future of Solar Energy in AZ Updated: August 4, 2025 Two of five seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission will be up for election in Arizona’s General Election on November 3, 2026. These elections will offer a chance to replace those in power and shape Arizona’s energy…
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How SRP Elections Affect the Arizona Solar Industry in 2025
How SRP Elections Affect the Arizona Solar Industry in 2025 Updated: July 29, 2025 The Salt River Project (SRP) Utility Board and Council Elections on April 2, 2024, have come and gone, propelling us once more into the intricate dynamics that govern our utilities. Pivotal changes were anticipated, some seats exchanged hands, yet a glaring…
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Rooftop Solar Policy Updates in Arizona for 2025
Arizona Rooftop Solar Policies: Your Complete Guide to Regulations and Incentives in 2025 Updated: August 6, 2025 Arizona homeowners considering solar energy face a complex landscape of evolving policies, regulations, and incentives that can significantly impact their investment decisions. As the nation’s second-ranked state for solar capacity, Arizona’s rooftop solar tax bill implications have undergone…
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Can You Get Solar if You Reside in an HOA in Arizona?
Can You Get Solar if You Reside in an HOA in Arizona? Updated: August 13, 2025 Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) in Arizona are subject to specific laws when it comes to solar energy installations. Under Arizona law, HOAs cannot prohibit homeowners from installing solar panels on their property. This is protected by the Arizona Revised Statutes…
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2025 Federal Solar Tax Credit Guide for Homeowners
2025 Federal Solar Tax Credit Guide for Homeowners Updated: August 22, 2025 Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the 2025 Federal Solar Tax Credit! If you’re a homeowner interested in solar energy and looking to save on your taxes, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need…
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Solar Buyback Rate Cuts: A Step Backward for the Solar Industry
Solar Buyback Rate Cuts: A Step Backward for the Solar Industry Updated: August 14, 2025 The recent vote by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) to cut solar buyback rates has raised widespread concerns. This decision will have a significant impact on homeowners with rooftop solar installations and the broader solar industry. In this blog post,…
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Solar Batteries and Tax Credits: How do they Work?
Solar Battery Storage System: Storage + Tax Credits for AZ Updated: August 25, 2025 With the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, Solar Topps wants to ensure that you can maximize the return on your system by helping you take advantage of the extended Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC). A great way…
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How to get the Arizona Solar Tax Credit in 2025
How to get the Arizona Solar Tax Credit in 2025 Updated: August 12, 2025 Solar energy is a popular and wise alternative for utility companies, especially in Arizona. Clean, renewable energy is now required by law for utility companies to use when providing energy to their customers. According to the Renewable Energy Standard & Tariff…