## [Blog & News](/blog-news) Solar technology moves fast — which is why you can leave keeping up with the latest solar news to us! Our blog will provide you with up-to-date news about the solar industry as well as a look into goings-on at Sun Light & Power. For media inquiries or to contribute to this page, please [contact us here](/contact). ![Data Center Blog Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2026-04/data_centers_blog_preview.png?itok=00jC75Re) [Data Centers Are Driving Up Energy Bills...](/blog/data-centers-are-driving-energy-bills) April 29, 2026 But Solar Panels Put You Back in Control If you’ve noticed your electricity bill creeping up lately, you are not alone. And while inflation and fuel costs get most of the headlines, there is a… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/data-centers-are-driving-energy-bills) ![Commercial Blog ](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2026-04/commercial_blog_preview.jpg?itok=98Lv97lk) [Your Roof Is Costing You $36,000 a Year... And You Don't Even Know It](/blog/your-roof-costing-you-36000-year-and-you-dont-even-know-it) April 9, 2026 When people think about commercial solar it is usually about big warehouses or sprawling industrial rooftops. But the most common candidate for commercial solar here looks a lot more modest: a small… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/your-roof-costing-you-36000-year-and-you-dont-even-know-it) ![Is Your Home Ready for Solar Blog](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2026-03/blog_preview.png?itok=7KyPb2go) [Is Your Home Ready for Solar?](/blog/your-home-ready-solar) March 26, 2026 Have you ever looked at your roof and wondered, could I be saving money with solar panels? You’re not alone! With energy costs on the rise, going solar is on everyone’s mind. But before you take the… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/your-home-ready-solar) ![PG&E Base Service Charge Blog](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2026-02/blog_preview_0.png?itok=6UZdYRRi) [Your Solar Bill is Changing](/blog/your-solar-bill-changing) February 26, 2026 Here’s What PG&E’s New Fixed Charge Means for You It’s a sunny California afternoon, and like thousands of your neighbors, you probably chose to go solar for a few great reasons: saving money,… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/your-solar-bill-changing) ![Understanding Residential Solar Power Purchase Agreements Blog](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2026-02/blog_preview.png?itok=hhH6OAfz) [Understanding Residential Solar PPAs: Are Power Purchase Agreements the Best Way to Go Solar in 2026?](/blog/understanding-residential-solar-ppas-are-power-purchase-agreements-best-way-go-solar-2026) February 19, 2026 Dreaming of a sunny, clean energy future but hesitating because of the high upfront cost of solar panels? You're not alone! For many homeowners, the initial investment for a solar system, often tens… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/understanding-residential-solar-ppas-are-power-purchase-agreements-best-way-go-solar-2026) ![Polaroid Sun Light Power ](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-03/solar_polaroid_14.jpg?itok=jYh2xZ3x) [Honoring Gary Gerber: The Visionary Founder of Sun Light & Power](/blog/honoring-gary-gerber-visionary-founder-sun-light-power) January 30, 2026 As 2025 drew to a close, we found ourselves at a bittersweet milestone, the retirement of Gary Gerber, the Founder of Sun Light & Power. Gary has been the heart and soul of our organization since… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/honoring-gary-gerber-visionary-founder-sun-light-power) ![ITC Blog Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-10/sunnydale_ave_preview.png?itok=55bZdo7d) [The Solar Tax Credit Is Ending](/blog/solar-tax-credit-ending) October 22, 2025 Here’s How Homeowners Can Still Save Beyond 2025 For nearly two decades, the federal solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has been a game-changer. Think about it: since 2005, it's essentially knocked… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/solar-tax-credit-ending) ![Frequently Asked Questions Blog Preview ](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-09/blog_preview_0.png?itok=xSz3-umw) [Thinking About Solar in the Bay Area?](/blog/thinking-about-solar-bay-area) September 26, 2025 The Bay Area is still one of the best places in the country to go solar. With plenty of sunshine, high utility rates, and strong community support for clean energy, solar can deliver meaningful long‑… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/thinking-about-solar-bay-area) ![Treasury Ruling ITC Credit Blog](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-09/blog_preview.png?itok=67eV2qyk) [Why Commercial Solar Projects Must Act Now to Secure the 30% Tax Credit](/blog/why-commercial-solar-projects-must-act-now-secure-30-tax-credit) September 9, 2025 03/2026 UPDATE: Important Changes to Solar Tax Credits Note: The landscape for solar incentives has shifted following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act. As of January 1, 2026, the… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/why-commercial-solar-projects-must-act-now-secure-30-tax-credit) ![Local Blog Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-08/local_blog_preview.jpg?itok=LqBApVHx) [Why Choosing a Local Solar Company Like Sun Light & Power Beats the Nationwide Giants](/blog/why-choosing-local-solar-company-sun-light-power-beats-nationwide-giants) August 28, 2025 When it comes to going solar, homeowners and businesses face a key decision early in the process: should you go with a big national brand or a trusted local company? At Sun Light & Power, we’ve… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/why-choosing-local-solar-company-sun-light-power-beats-nationwide-giants) ![AB 942 Blog Preview Image](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-07/ab942_blog_preview.png?itok=NMjrkaZP) [AB 942 Amended: A Win for Solar Customers in California](/blog/ab-942-amended-win-solar-customers-california) August 1, 2025 Earlier this year, we alerted our community about AB 942, a proposed bill in the California Legislature that would have reduced key benefits for solar customers under Net Energy Metering (NEM) 1.0… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/ab-942-amended-win-solar-customers-california) ![Cleaning Modules Blog Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-06/cleaning_blog_preview.png?itok=_BfoAmmw) [Reduce Your Energy Bills: How Often to Clean Solar Panels & What It Costs](/blog/reduce-your-energy-bills-how-often-clean-solar-panels-what-it-costs) June 26, 2025 If you’ve invested in solar panels, you’re already on the path to lower energy bills and a more sustainable lifestyle. But here’s a question many solar owners forget to ask: When was the last time… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/reduce-your-energy-bills-how-often-clean-solar-panels-what-it-costs) ![No Tesla Blog Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-05/Blog%20Preview%20%281%29_1.png?itok=lvyXJcRU) [Looking Beyond the Powerwall: Great Home Battery Alternatives](/blog/looking-beyond-powerwall-great-home-battery-alternatives) May 29, 2025 When it comes to home energy storage, the Tesla Powerwall is often the first name that comes to mind. It's sleek, smart, and widely available, but it’s not the only option. Whether you’re concerned… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/looking-beyond-powerwall-great-home-battery-alternatives) ![Amicus Blog Map of Companies](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-05/amicus_blog.png?itok=wRzASzf_) [Why Being an Amicus Solar Cooperative Member Matters for Our Customers](/blog/why-being-amicus-solar-cooperative-member-matters-our-customers) May 9, 2025 At Sun Light & Power, we take pride in being a member of Amicus Solar Cooperative, a network of over 80 independent, locally owned solar companies across North America. But what does that mean… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/why-being-amicus-solar-cooperative-member-matters-our-customers) ![Powerwall PW3 Tesla Battery ](/sites/default/files/styles/sc_460x345/public/2025-02/batteries.jpg?itok=VemPhAtA) [Why a Solar Battery Could Be Your Home's Best Investment in 2025](/blog/why-solar-battery-could-be-your-homes-best-investment-2025) February 21, 2025 The rising cost of electricity and increasing grid instability have many homeowners looking for ways to take control of their energy future. While solar panels are a great start, they're only half… [Read more](https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/why-solar-battery-could-be-your-homes-best-investment-2025) #### Pagination - 1 - [2](?page=1) - [3](?page=2) - [4](?page=3) - [5](?page=4) - [6](?page=5) - [7](?page=6) - [ Next › Next page ](?page=1 "Go to next page") - [ Last » Last page ](?page=6 "Go to last page") ## Subscribe for updates You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. 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