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Idaho gets three-quarters of its in-state electricity from renewable sources, the fourth highest share of any state. While most of that comes from hydropower, the state is taking steps to make sure rooftop solar panels on the homes of Idahoans are part of the mix.If you live in Idaho, you can take advantage not only…

Electricity bills are high in Mississippi due to the state's overwhelming heat and humidity. In June 2023, The Magnolia State had among the highest average electric bills in the nation; the average Mississippian's monthly bill was $167. This was in spite of the fact that those bills were down 5% from the previous year.That hot…

For such a small state, Rhode Island has big plans for renewable energy -- and big ways to save on your power bill by installing rooftop solar. Rhode Island has an ambitious goal of supplying 100% of the state's electricity from renewable sources by 2033. This is a big undertaking due to the state's reliance…

Solar energy generation is modest in West Virginia, but if you live in the Mountain State, it could help you offset rising electric bills. While the state ranks 48th for installed solar capacity and gets a small fraction of its power from solar, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association, going solar could provide you with…

Residents of Puerto Rico may deal with power outages, rolling blackouts and surges on any given day. But they pay triple the amount for electricity people pay on the mainland -- which could mean solar panels are far less costly in comparison.  Watch this: New Solar Shingles You May Not Even Notice 11:13 Seven years…

If you've decided to get rooftop solar panels, be patient -- it'll take a few months before you see those savings in your electric bill. Installing solar isn't a quick-turnaround project. The physical installation of a residential solar system is a relatively small construction project that can be completed by a competent company in as little…

Fresno is the centerpiece of California's Central Valley, an area whose bright, hot sun helps it produce abundant harvests of almonds, grapes and pistachios. That sun also makes this a great location for solar panel installation.The Golden State is the largest solar market in the US, and solar panel prices have dropped by 42% over the…

Tourists visiting Orlando are increasingly seeing a sight other than just cartoon mice: solar panels stacked on rooftops.The Central Florida city has set a goal of 100% clean and renewable energy sources by 2050. Meanwhile, there are many clean energy initiatives, including private companies moving toward increased solar usage. Going solar is an appealing choice…

Solar power generation in South Carolina has increased by almost 140% since the beginning of 2020, due in part to a growing number of residential solar panel installations. South Carolina also receives lots of sunshine, making it prime solar territory. Powering your home with a solar panel system can help you save on your electric bill.…

Missouri may lag other states in solar energy adoption, but the industry is growing quickly, with residential installations leading the charge. It's proof that solar can help you save on your bills and help the environment. If that's not enough, falling prices for solar panels, new financial incentives and the fact that solar installations in the…