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APS & SRP Solar Rate Plans for Arizona Homeowners to Save Big
APS and SRP Solar Rate Plans Explained: Lower AZ Power Bills Updated: May 7, 2025 Managing home energy costs in Arizona starts with understanding your electricity rate plan. With soaring temperatures, especially during summer, selecting the right Arizona Public Service (APS) or Salt River Project (SRP) plan can either cost or save you hundreds each…
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The Solar Power Duck Curve: How to Manage Daily Energy
The Solar Power Duck Curve: How to Manage Daily Energy Updated: May 8, 2025 The rapid adoption of renewable energy, particularly solar power, has transformed electrical grid systems worldwide. As we transition away from fossil fuels, utilities face a unique challenge known as the “duck curve” —a phenomenon that becomes more pronounced as solar adoption…
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Do I Need a Main Panel Upgrade (MPU) for My Solar Installation?
What is a Main Electrical Panel and Why Does It Matter? Updated: May 9, 2025 As solar energy becomes an increasingly popular option for homeowners and businesses alike, many people are eager to make the switch to cleaner, more sustainable power. An often overlooked component of solar installations is the condition of your home’s electrical…
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Do Solar Panels Us Alternating Current (AC) or Direct Current (DC)?
Do Solar Panels Us Alternating Current (AC) or Direct Current (DC)? Updated: May 5, 2025 Solar energy is rapidly growing as a clean, renewable resource that reduces our reliance on fossil fuels. As homeowners and businesses alike invest in solar panels, a common question arises: do solar panels generate alternating current (AC) or direct current…
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Utility Export Rates Explained
Utility Solar Export Rates: How to Find the Optimal Rate Updated: May 9, 2025 Export rates replace net metering, determining the compensation for surplus solar energy your system feeds back into the grid. Typically, these rates are lower than standard grid electricity costs, so generating and exporting excess power may not be as financially rewarding…
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SRP Solar Program Rate Plan Overview
Seasonal Energy Rates and Time-of-Use Peaks Updated: May 6, 2025 For customers going solar in the SRP territory, SRP offers two types of Solar Rate Plans – Demand-based or Export-based – and each of these has two options, for a total of four different Solar Rate plans that a customer can choose from. Below, we’ll…
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APS Solar Program Rate Plan Overview
APS Solar Program Rate Plan Overview Updated: May 6, 2025 When you go solar with the Arizona Public Service (APS) solar program, the installer primarily handles the following steps: APS Solar Program Once a homeowner goes solar, they must choose between two solar-specific rate plans: Understanding the Fixed Energy Charge Plan The Fixed Energy Charge…
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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: May 9, 2025 The recent vote by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) solar buy back rates cut 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,…