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News of the federal solar tax credit ending left a huge question mark on the future of the U.S. residential solar industry, with some homeowners questioning if it still makes financial sense. Spoiler: It does. In fact, climate activist Bill McKibben thinks putting solar panels on your roof is more important now than ever.

Did you know that in some states, you can shop around for cheaper electric rates the same way you would shop for a cell phone plan?

With electricity prices reaching all-time highs, understanding whether you have the power to choose your power supplier could save you hundreds—even thousands—of dollars.

One of the scariest things you'll find in your home isn't in a closet or under the bed—it's lurking in your outlets, silently draining power and money year-round.

Energy vampires, also known as phantom loads or standby power, are devices that consume electricity even when turned off or not actively in use. But you can fight back. By identifying the biggest culprits and taking a few simple steps, you can reduce phantom loads and put that money back in your pocket.

America’s EV revolution has picked up speed, but we’re not quite at the finish line yet. The good news? Experts believe we’re at a critical tipping point, which means the path to widespread adoption could soon accelerate dramatically.

Here are the four biggest roadblocks to making EVs practical for everyone—and how America is working to overcome them.

Homeowners considering solar see it for what it is today: one of the smartest long-term investments you can make in your home.

And they’re right.

With falling solar panel costs, rising electricity prices, and the growing importance of personal energy independence, solar continues to deliver major financial benefits in the form of tens of thousands of dollars in savings—regardless of the federal tax credit that expires at the end of this year. Most homeowners starting their solar journey today can expect to break even within 10 to 12 years, then continue to enjoy at least 15 years or more of free electricity.

If you're saving money with an EV, adding solar panels to the mix transforms good savings into extraordinary ones. Charging your EV with solar panels typically only costs about $200-$300 each year—compared to around $600-$700 with grid electricity, and about $2,500 for a comparable gas vehicle.

That's right—powering your electric car with sunshine costs less than most people spend on coffee each year.

As extreme weather and power outages become more frequent and intense, energy resilience—the ability to keep power on when the grid fails—is no longer a luxury but a necessity.

Energy resilience can take many forms, from massive solar projects that keep entire communities running to a couple of batteries tucked away in your garage. We spoke with entrepreneurs and homeowners across that spectrum to learn practical ways anyone can boost their power security, no matter the budget.

EnergySage released its 21st EnergySage Solar & Storage Marketplace Report, which analyzes millions of transaction-level data points from homeowners shopping on EnergySage.com for solar panels, inverters, batteries, and more, from solar companies in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. This year’s report includes EnergySage’s annual 2025 Electrification Contractor Survey, fielded in January to March 2025.

If you’re planning a cross-country electric vehicle (EV) road trip and worried about “charging deserts” between cities, you’re probably overlooking a hidden network that’s been there all along.

Across the U.S., more than 13,000 RV parks and campgrounds dot the country—and many are the perfect spot to stop and charge your EV on a long road trip. Most RV parks are actually equipped with the same 240-volt outlets that EV users need to charge their cars. That means you’ve got more charging options than you might think.