Net Metering Protected in Virginia: SCC's Final Ruling on Dominion's NEM 2.0
Virginia SCC's April 30, 2026 final ruling preserves 1:1 net metering and SRECs for solar. Small admin fee added for new Dominion customers.
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What Happens to Solar Panels When You Sell Your House?
Selling a home with solar panels? Learn how cash purchases, loans, and leases are handled at closing, and how to make sure it goes smoothly.
Plug-in Solar (Balcony Solar) Is coming to Virginia
Virginia's HB 395 legalizes plug-in solar starting January 1, 2027. Here's what renters and homeowners need to know before buying a balcony solar system.
Is Solar Still Worth It Without the Tax Credit?
The 30% solar tax credit is gone — does solar still make sense with low equipment costs, rising electricity rates, and new financing options?
Virtue Solar Now Offers TPO Solar Financing
Virtue Solar now offers TPO solar for Virginia homeowners — go solar with $0 upfront and a lower, predictable monthly payment.
How to Lock In 25 Years of Low Energy Rates in 2026
Learn how Virginia homeowners can lock in 25 years of predictable energy costs with solar in 2026—including $0-down options now available!
Why Virginia’s Datacenters Make Rooftop Solar More Valuable Than Ever
Data centers are pushing Virginia's grid to the limit and driving electricity rates up fast. Here's why rooftop solar is more valuable than ever for homeowners.
Victory for Virginia Solar: APCo Net Metering Preserved!
Virginia's SCC preserves solar net metering! Learn how the August 2025 ruling protects full retail credit, 12-month term, and solar savings!
What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia
Learn all the impacts of the OBBB on solar, and how they affect Virginians, from residential solar to commercial solar tax credits.
The Solar Tax Credit Is at Risk: What Virginians Need to Know
Congress may axe The 30% Federal Tax Credit-- Here's what's happening, what you can do, and what you need to know.
Watts, Kilowatts, and Kilowatt-Hours—What Do They Mean in Solar?
Discover how understanding kW and kWh can affect solar system size, production, and battery options in solar quotes.
Solar Maintenance Costs: What to Expect and How to Avoid Them
How much does it cost to maintain a solar system? See how to avoid unexpected costs, and ensure your solar system saves money every year.