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Solar Battery Vs Generator for Backup Power
As grid outages rise, so does the interest in solar battery backup. How do they compare in the solar battery vs generator debate?

Austin Brentley
5 days ago


How to Perform A Solar Site Survey
The solar site survey is a crucial step in the installation process. We provide a solar site survey checklist and our top tips.

Sarah Lozanova
5 days ago


12 Interconnection Bottlenecks Slowing US Solar in 2025
Solar Interconnection is the new bottleneck for EPCs. Learn 12 ways to unblock queue backlogs, manage document nuances, and standardize your workflow to speed up Permission to Operate (PTO) times.

Guest Writer
5 days ago


Perovskite Solar Cells: The Future of Low-Cost PV
Perovskite solar cell technology is on the brink of transforming the renewable energy market, with commercial production beginning in 2024.

Sarah Lozanova
6 days ago


Understanding Solar Panel Wattage, Output & Ratings
Understanding how solar panels are rated in watts and how that differs from efficiency and real-world output helps you size systems correctly, prevent mistakes, and maximize ROI.

Sarah Lozanova
6 days ago


A Guide to PV Plan Sets & Critical Mistakes to Avoid
PV plan sets are the foundation of solar permitting. Learn what solar plan design includes—layouts, schematics, diagrams, and drawings—for safe, code-compliant installs.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 30


Transparent Solar Panels: The Future of Renewable Energy?
Solar researchers continue to innovate with solar glass and see through solar panels. Read more about transparent solar panels solar.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 29


A Guide to Solar Panel Decommissioning & Cost Estimates
Many solar panel installations will reach the end of their useful life in the next decades. Learn about decommissioning solar panels.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 29


Best Solar Panel Warranty Guide for Installers
Learn how solar panel warranties work, what the best solar panel warranty covers, and how to protect your system from defects and performance issues.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 23


Common Solar Panel Defects: Solar Panel Discoloration & Delamination
Solar panel defects like cracks, discoloration, or diode failure can lower your system’s energy output. Learn what to watch for.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 22


Wet Stamp Meaning & Solar Stamping Guide
Some jurisdictions require PE-stamped or wet stamp drawings for permitting, ensuring compliance with local codes and safety standards.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 20


The Rise of AI Voice Assistants in Solar Lead Generation
Explore how AI voice assistants are revolutionizing solar lead generation. Discover how they boost customer engagement, streamline outreach, and help solar businesses capture more qualified leads.

Guest Writer
Sep 17


7 New Solar Panel Technology Trends for 2025
Solar panel technology advances include greater solar cell efficiency and the use of new and more abundant solar panel materials.

Sarah Lozanova
Sep 9


Protecting Your Investment: The Homeowner’s Solar Repair Guide
Examine how solar panel repair protects your system’s lifespan, boosts output, and supports sustainability goals.

Sarah Lozanova
Aug 26


A Guide to Commercial Solar Panel Installation
Commercial solar panel installations are fundamentally different from residential solar projects. Read our guide on getting started.

Sarah Lozanova
Aug 21


GreenLancer Launches Nationwide Solar Repair Services
Press release: Leading solar design and permitting platform expands solar repair offerings to meet rising demand for system remediation and support

Team GreenLancer
Aug 21


Quick Guide To IRS Form 5695 for Renewable Energy Credits in 2025
Learn how to fill out IRS Form 5695 for 2025 to claim residential energy credits. Step-by-step instructions help maximize your solar tax credit savings.

Hanna Kielar
Aug 20


How to Apply for a Solar Interconnection Agreement
A solar installation project isn’t quite plug-and-play. Learn more about the solar interconnection agreements and solar PTO.

Sarah Lozanova
Aug 1


Solar Inverter Security: Protecting Solar Systems from Cyber Threats
Protect solar inverters from cyber threats with best practices, risk insights, and key standards like NIST, NERC CIP, and IEC 62443.

Guest Writer
Jul 31


Understanding the Solar Payback Period
The solar payback period is the amount of time it takes for system owners to recoup their solar investment and is usually expressed in years

Sarah Lozanova
Jul 29
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The GreenLancer blog delves into the latest trends and insights in renewable energy, offering information and inspiration for solar energy and electric vehicle charging station (EVCS) contractors. Our commitment is to provide accurate information, supported by meticulous analysis and reliable clean energy sources, including government agencies, renewable energy experts, research institutions, and our in-house expertise, from over a decade in the clean energy industry.
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