Solar in the News

One Year After the 2024 Election: Solar Predictions vs. Reality

By |2025-11-06T06:51:47-05:00November 7th, 2025|Solar in the News|

When the 2024 election results came in, we at KC Solar were watching closely. A presidential transition always brings shifts in energy policy, and in the days immediately following the election, we published a post outlining the possibilities: the future of federal incentives was uncertain, the direction of clean energy efforts could change dramatically, and

The Solar Tax Credit For Business Isn’t Ending — At Least Not Yet

By |2025-10-29T14:25:39-05:00October 21st, 2025|Solar 101, Solar in the News|

If you’ve been following solar energy news lately, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines about the federal solar tax credit “expiring soon.” That’s led to understandable confusion among business owners — many of whom are now wondering if they need to rush to install a commercial solar system before the end of 2025. Here’s the

SEIA’s Clean Energy Vision and the Challenges Facing the U.S.

By |2025-09-10T09:28:30-05:00September 19th, 2025|Going Green, Solar in the News|

Earlier this month, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) released its Reliability Policy Agenda, a roadmap that outlines the policies and priorities needed to ensure solar energy can play a central role in America’s energy future. It paints a bold vision -- one where clean, affordable, and reliable energy powers homes, businesses, and entire industries.

The Hidden Energy Cost of AI — And How Solar Can Help

By |2025-09-09T09:09:55-05:00September 9th, 2025|Solar in the News, Solar Technology|

Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. From chatbots to automated medical scans to personalized shopping recommendations, AI has gone from futuristic to everyday reality almost overnight. But behind all the innovation is something people don’t often think about — the energy it takes to power it all. While AI might feel invisible, the data centers

The Impacts of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act Go Beyond Tax Credits

By |2025-08-29T08:33:48-05:00August 29th, 2025|Solar in the News, Why Solar|

When people talk about the impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill, the focus usually lands on the solar tax credit. And while that’s an important piece of the puzzle for homeowners, it’s only part of the story. This bill reaches far beyond individual households, reshaping incentives for businesses, putting more pressure on an already

Kansas Evergy Customers Will Soon Start Paying More… Again

By |2025-08-13T12:51:01-05:00August 20th, 2025|Solar in the News|

If you’re a Kansas resident, brace yourself — electricity rates are climbing yet again. Evergy’s newest round of projects comes with a hefty price tag, and customers will be the ones paying for it. For many households, this is just another addition to a long list of rate hikes over the years. While utilities frame

Why Missouri Electricity Rates Are Set to Rise (Again) — And What You Can Do About It

By |2025-08-08T08:12:13-05:00August 9th, 2025|Solar in the News, Why Solar|

Summer heat is bad enough. But for Missouri residents, things might get even hotter when the electricity bill arrives. According to a recent article from KCTV5, the Missouri Public Service Commission has just approved Evergy Missouri West’s plans to construct several new energy facilities, including three natural gas-fired power plants and two solar farms. The

Global Solar Prices Are Falling — But Don’t Wait to Go Solar in the U.S.

By |2025-07-30T15:18:56-05:00July 28th, 2025|Going Green, Solar in the News|

According to a recent article from local news source FOX4 KC, renewable energy has officially reached a global tipping point. The United Nations reports that solar and wind power are not only booming -- they're also becoming the cheapest forms of new electricity generation worldwide. That’s great news for the planet. But what does it

What If Your Solar Panels Could Pay for Your Summer Vacation? (Spoiler: They Can)

By |2025-07-15T08:22:59-05:00July 18th, 2025|Solar 101, Solar in the News, Why Solar|

Summer is here, and with it comes the urge to get away -- whether it's a beach trip, a family road trip, or just a quiet cabin in the woods. But here’s a question most people don’t think to ask: could your home solar system actually pay for that vacation? It might sound too good

The “One Big Beautiful Bill” Has Passed — Here’s What That Means for Your Solar Tax Credit

By |2025-07-09T06:02:42-05:00July 9th, 2025|Solar 101, Solar in the News|

Summer is heating up, and so is the urgency to go solar. On July 4, 2025, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act was officially signed into law. Among other sweeping changes, it repeals the 30% federal solar tax credit — a move that could cost homeowners thousands if they wait too long to install solar.

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