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New York Solar Incentives and Rebates

Over the past ten years, the cost of going solar has fallen 82%. While the cost of PV (photovoltaic) system...

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Home Solar

Sep 27, 2022

A house on Long Island with solar panels. Net metering allows homes to send excess electricity back to the grid and receive a lower bill.

Net Metering – How It Works and What You Should Know

Solar power can help reduce energy bills, increase resiliency, and allow homeowners to lower their carbon footprint. One concern a lot of people have before...

Home Solar

Sep 14, 2022

Go Back to School with Solar

Depending on who you ask, fall is the best time in New York. The trees are beginning to change, the weather is still warm enough...

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Sep 12, 2022

Panelists speak at the Advanced Energy Conference 2022

Charting a Course for Solar: Advanced Energy Conference 2022

Last week, energy leaders from around the world gathered for the three day Advanced Energy Conference (AEC) in New York City, hosted by Stony Brook...

Batteries, Storms and Resiliency

Sep 01, 2022

All the homes on a street are without power except one, which has a Tesla Powerwall installed.

Tesla Powerwalls vs. Gas Generators

Ask any homeowner the best part of living on Long Island, and chances are they’ll say being able to experience all four seasons. From hot...

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Aug 16, 2022

Investing in America’s Clean Energy Future: the Inflation Reduction Act

Solar Tax Credit Increased to 30% and Extended for 10 Years On August 12th, the House of Representatives passed the nation’s largest investment in climate...

Home Solar

Aug 09, 2022

A home on Long Island with solar panels on the roof. Buying a home with solar can be a great investment in your future, but there's a lot to know.

Buying and Selling a Home with Solar

The real estate market on Long Island right now is red hot. The average home price is up 9 percent from last year at this...

Home Solar

Jul 13, 2022

A house on Long Island has solar panels attached to the roof.

Top Solar Myths Debunked

As solar professionals, we’re used to answering all kinds of questions and debunking myths about solar, and we’re happy too! Education is an important part...

Home Solar

Jun 28, 2022

Solar panels on the tiered roof of a house near the ocean on Long Island. The Federal Solar Tax Credit allows homeowners to save money on their taxes when they install solar panels on their home. The Federal Solar Tax Credit allows homeowners to save money on their taxes when they install solar panels on their home.

Can Solar Panels Withstand Salt Water Corrosion?

At EmPower Solar, all of our favorite words start with the letter “S.” Sun, sand, salt, surf, summer, savings, and of course, solar! On Long...

Electric Vehicles

Jun 16, 2022

A white electric vehicle is being charged at a home charging station.

Should You Make the Switch to an EV?

For the first time ever, gas has topped $5 on Long Island. Experts are unable to predict when, and if, gas prices will decrease. There...

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Jun 13, 2022

Federal Solar Policy Update

A functioning, uninterrupted power grid is crucial for the health and safety of the American public. We’ve witnessed the dire impact of power outages in...

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