Solarly · The Current
Independent coverage of plug-in solar.
News, analysis, and commentary on the changing economics of plug-in solar. Updated as the market moves.
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The New York Times Makes the Case for Plug-In Solar
The Current · June 14, 2026 When Robinson Meyer’s opinion piece landed in the Sunday Times this morning, we read it twice. The piece —…
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The plug-in solar kit guide for people who’ve never bought a solar panel in their life.
What to look for, what to skip, and why the certifications matter more than the wattage number on the box.
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5 states just made plug-in solar legal and easy. Here’s exactly what changed.
Between 2024 and 2026, a wave of state laws quietly rewrote the rules for renters and small-scale solar. What passed, what it means, and what’s…
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Is plug-in solar actually worth it in 2026? We ran the numbers.
The honest answer depends on where you live, what you pay for electricity, and which direction your windows face. Here’s the math, unvarnished.