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.
Congress Puts 30% Residential Solar Tax Credit in Jeopardy in 2025
A new federal bill could eliminate the 30% residential solar tax credit by the end of 2025. Learn what this means for homeowners and how to lock in your full solar savings now.
Are You Prepared for 2025 Solar Changes? Here’s What You Need 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 no different, with potential changes to incentives, utility rates, and financial interest […]
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 […]
VIDEO: How Does Solar Work for Your Home?
Just like photosynthesis captures the power of the sun to grow plants, a solar photovoltaic (PV) system captures the power of the sun for our energy use. Solar power reduces your utility bill, gives you more control over your energy, and contributes to clean energy in our region. But how does it actually […]
Solar and the Environment Resource Library
If you are here, thank you! You realize the importance of doing your part to move our energy grid to more sustainable sources, like the sun! Solar empowers everyday people to choose where they get their energy. Every solar installation helps move our region toward our clean energy goals. In this article you will find […]
Study Finds Solar Panels Increase Home Values
In 2019 Zillow, an online real estate platform, researched how solar panels impact home values and the ultimate selling price. The short answer is that solar does increase the value of your home at sale. The National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), also found that in addition to the higher premium solar owners can sell their […]
What is a Solar Group Purchasing Program?
Going solar for your home has great benefits – from stimulating your local economy, to providing a cleaner environment to your larger community. But what if there was a way for your community to all go solar together? For communities in the Midwest, there is a way, with Grow Solar and other group purchasing programs! […]
Shine It Forward – How You, a Solar Homeowner, Can Inspire More Solar
As a solar homeowner, think back to the time when you were first researching the prospect of going solar. No doubt you had many questions. How does it work? Does it make financial sense? Do I need to replace my roof? You likely went to search for these answers, and many […]
5 Steps to Make Your House a Solar Power Home
Updated 07.04.2021 So you’re ready to take the leap and make your house into a solar power home? Congratulations! Whether you’ve come to this conclusion to offset your electricity costs, help the growth of clean energy, or increase the value of your house, you’ve made a smart decision. Where do you begin? Before the solar […]
