Sunrun's Solar Education

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Why Solar and Batteries May Be Essential During Times of Crisis

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Solar battery or generator? How to get through the next outage

How Batteries and Generators Stack up Blackouts are becoming more common across the...
How Do Solar Panels Produce Electricity?

Solar energy is one of the most affordable, renewable energy sources available today. So how do...
5 Advantages of Solar Power

How Residential Solar Can Bring Freedom and Choice to Households As the cost of ...

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New Jersey solar needs partners like you

Going solar in New Jersey is easy and affordable. A lot of that has to do with Sunrun! Thanks to...
Do Solar Panels Increase Home Value?

Solar Panels and Battery Storage Can Help You Build Long-Term Financial Gains Savvy...
Will Solar Panels Work During a Power Outage?

Solar panels alone won’t work during a power outage—but...
Why Solar and Batteries May Be Essential During Times of Crisis

Now, more than ever, is the time to protect your family with home solar and batteries. ...

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How Much Maintenance is Required for Solar Panels?

How To Maintain Your Home Solar System Properly At ...
How many solar panels will my home need?

You’re ready for a highly efficient, money-saving solar system on your roof. Great! So, what size solar system should you have?
What are tiered utility rates?

Tiered utility rates are a structure in which the more electricity you use, the higher your rate...
How does Sunrun compare to other solar companies?

You have a choice when it comes to solar providers. Actually, a lot of choices.

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Big solar savings are waiting in New York

In New York, traditional energy costs are rising. New York is a big city with lots of heart. It’...
Bring home solar savings in New Jersey

Shack up with solar and control your utility costs year round. New Jersey is home to great...
Solar savings shine bright in Massachusetts

You may get some harsh winters in Massachusetts, where the temperature is likely to drop below...
Going solar in Arizona is easier than you think

Take advantage of all that southwestern sun. Powering your home is something everyone often...

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Megawatt

A unit of electrical power equal to one million watts.
Gigawatt

A unit of electrical power equal to one billion watts or 1000 megawatts.
Solar Panel Warranty

A guarantee from the solar panel manufacturer or installer to ensure production levels and equipment reliability.
Solar Incentives

Electricity consumers are offered financial incentives from federal, state, and local governments to install solar systems on their homes.

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