Under the bill, plug-in solar devices would no longer need an interconnection agreement, a contract between customer and utility which ensures technical compatibility when connecting a new energy ...

Plug-in solar has remained in the shadows because of a lack of safety standards and often costly requirements imposed by ...

Although solar can save consumers a lot of money, many people find it hard to invest if they do not have a good roof or ...

Bills have been introduced in at least 24 states to allow residents to install and use plug-in devices with outputs of up to 1,200 watts — without utility company permission.

"Perfect for renters or anyone on a budget!" Surprisingly cheap plug-and-play solar panels may soon take over US markets: 'No need to rewire anything' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Plug-in balcony solar panels are a do-it-yourself clean energy solution that not only help power appliances and devices in homes but lower electricity costs at a time when the cost of power — along ...

It may not be a game changer for your electricity expenses, but the power pulled in by the solar panel is likely to be enough ...

"Once 5 or so more states modernize their rules, it unlocks ... $250 billion." Energy experts urge lawmakers to open the US ...

UL has released design standards for balcony solar, also known as plug-in pv, along with whitepaper highlighting three main risk categories of balcony solar in the US consumer market.

UL Solutions has published new technical guidance and a proposed certification pathway for plug-in balcony solar systems, outlining safety risks and design requirements as several US states move to ...

California lawmakers are considering two bills that would slash red tape for households looking to add certain types of clean tech. Earlier this month, state Sen.

Supporters already have won regulatory changes in Utah for so-called balcony solar systems, which provide a small boost of electrical power. Big solar energy projects are getting harder to build.