Should I Lease or Purchase Solar? Compare Cash, Loan, & Lease Options
A new federal law ends the 30% solar tax credit in 2025. Install now to maximize your savings before it’s too late!
Sept 18 or Sept 24 | WEBINAR | Energy Savings for Your Mission: Illinois Solar for All Explained
Discover how Illinois nonprofit organizations, houses of worship, and government entities can save money on their energy bills through solar energy.
New Commercial Solar Tax Credit Law: What Businesses Need to Know
New “Big Beautiful Bill” changes the federal commercial solar tax credit. Find out how your MO or IL business can secure the credit before it’s gone!
How Can I Lower My Electric Bill in St. Louis, MO? 4 Ways Solar Helps.
Wondering how can I lower my electric bill in St. Louis, MO? Learn 4 powerful ways solar helps you save money, lock in utility rates, and gain energy independence with StraightUp Solar.
New Federal Law Sunsets 30% Residential Solar Tax Credit in 2025
A new federal law ends the 30% solar tax credit in 2025. Install now to maximize your savings before it’s too late!
Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered
Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered [updated 3.17.2025] Severe weather is no stranger to businesses and homeowners in our region, and hail makes a frequent appearance during the spring and summer months (learn about solar and seasonal change). We’ve got great news about solar panels and hail in Illinois and Missouri! […]
Are You Prepared for 2025 Solar Changes? Here’s What You Need to Know
Residential Solar Tax Credit Ends in 2025! Here’s What to Know > Updated: 3.28.2025 Solar industry veterans use the term “solar coaster” to describe the ups and downs of working in this industry. While the sun’s daily rise is a constant, each year brings a unique set of opportunities and challenges. So far, 2025 looks […]
How Do Solar Panels Increase Home Value?
When it comes to improving your home’s value, many homeowners wonder, do solar panels increase home value? The answer is a resounding yes. In Illinois and Missouri, solar energy systems not only provide long-term savings on energy costs but also offer energy independence and a commitment to improving our planet. As home buyers increasingly seek […]
Illinois Solar Net Metering Changes
https://youtu.be/wm-2wI33gcY Illinois solar net metering changes are coming in 2025 for homeowners and businesses. Additionally, a new Smart Inverter Rebate incentive will reduce the initial costs of your system, improving the affordability of a solar PV system. The net metering policy change lowers the value of the credit, but when coupled with the Smart Inverter […]
Anna, Illinois Homeowner Shows Off Clean Energy
https://youtu.be/00vRcT7UU9c In this StraightUp Solar testimonial, find out how this Anna, Illinois homeowner goes from “dirty” energy to clean! When Alan Pigg retired from a coal-fired power plant, he wanted to do something with clean energy to give back to the environment. In April 2016, he partnered with StraightUp Solar to install a 6.38kW ground-mounted […]
