The End of the Residential Solar Tax Credit—and the Path Forward
By Patrice “Pete” Parsons, TXSES Executive Director When Congress and the president cut the 30% residential solar tax credit last July—ending it ten years ahead of schedule—it sent shockwaves through the solar industry. Homeowners and installers alike have been racing to get systems energized before December 31st, knowing it’s their last chance to claim the […]
Closing the Loop: The Rise of Solar Panel Recycling
by Elle Nicholson, TXSES A common concern about solar energy is that the technology is less environmentally friendly than it seems once panels reach the end of their life cycle. With an average lifespan of about 30 years, solar panels are projected to generate up to 80 million tons of waste by 2050—a challenge for landfills […]
Beyond Panels: Innovations Driving the Next Era of Solar (Op-Ed)
by Jadyn Winsett, Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation Texas has gotten about 14% of its energy from the sun so far this year, but it’s reaching its limits with limited roof space, aesthetic concerns, high costs, permitting delays, and stagnant panel efficiency. If Texas wants to continue to lead in renewable power, it must embrace […]
Industry Spotlight: SolarAPP Foundation
In each Solar Report newsletter, we feature one of our highly regarded Platinum Business Members with an exclusive interview. This month, TXSES Communications Director Tamara Kowalski reached out to new Platinum Business Members SolarAPP Foundation and Head of Marketing Amanda Brodbaek to learn about the company’s history, mission, accomplishments, and impacts on customers. Please tell us about the SolarAPP Foundation’s […]