--- title: Clean Energy Nexus Blog | Solar Technology description: Solar Technology | Relevant and timely posts on solar, renewable energy, government policies affecting the solar industry, and commercial solar for business owners, solar industry newbies and veterans, solar investors, and all readers. image: https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Virtual%20Background-%20CEN%20PR%20-%20Let%20the%20Sun%20Power%20Your%20Business.png --- [![Clean Energy Nexus PR](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CEN_PR_Color.png?width=1579&height=890&name=CEN_PR_Color.png "Clean Energy Nexus PR")](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com) # Clean Energy Nexus Solar Blog [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Reflections%20and%20Predictions.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/reflections-and-predictions-2022-and-2023-in-solar) ## [Reflections and Predictions: 2022 and 2023 in Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/reflections-and-predictions-2022-and-2023-in-solar) Nov 18, 2022 12:11:00 PM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Tax Equity](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/tax-equity), [Investing](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/investing) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/reflections-and-predictions-2022-and-2023-in-solar#comments-listing) It's hard to believe that there are only 6 weeks left in 2022! The last 6 weeks will go by quickly, with Thanksgiving week kicking off the holiday season and wrapping up with New Years celebrations. As we round up 2022 and begin to reflect upon it, we're also looking at what may be ahead in 2023 and how the solar industry has been and will be affected.  [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/reflections-and-predictions-2022-and-2023-in-solar) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Grid-Tied%20vs%20Off-Grid%20Solar.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/grid-tied-vs-off-grid-solar) ## [Grid-Tied vs Off-Grid Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/grid-tied-vs-off-grid-solar) Oct 7, 2022 4:27:01 PM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/grid-tied-vs-off-grid-solar#comments-listing) One of the biggest decisions to make before building a solar power generation system is whether to choose a connect to the grid with a behind-the-meter system, or to keep the system off-grid.  We compare the two, the pros and cons of each, and explain why one party would choose one over the other in this short blog! [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/grid-tied-vs-off-grid-solar) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Parts%20of%20a%20Solar%20Energy%20System%20(And%20Why%20You%20Should%20Know%20Them).jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/parts-of-a-solar-energy-system-and-why-you-should-know-them) ## [Parts Of A Solar Energy System (And Why You Should Know Them)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/parts-of-a-solar-energy-system-and-why-you-should-know-them) Sep 16, 2022 3:31:08 PM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Direct](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/direct), [Business Owners](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/business-owners) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/parts-of-a-solar-energy-system-and-why-you-should-know-them#comments-listing) You're looking into finally getting into solar energy and starting to do your research on the pros and cons. You learn all about the benefits, the cost savings, the financing options, and start looking into solar partners and installers.  What you don't look into is the nitty-gritty; the components of the solar system.  Why? It's easier than you think, less technical than you think, and you can learn the six major components and how they work together to make a solar power generation system produce useable electricity in under five minutes. The more you know... right? [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/parts-of-a-solar-energy-system-and-why-you-should-know-them) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Clean%20Energy%20Terminology%202%20final.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/clean-energy-terminology-2-a-quick-reference-guide) ## [Clean Energy Terminology 2(022): A Quick Reference Guide](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/clean-energy-terminology-2-a-quick-reference-guide) Sep 9, 2022 8:45:00 AM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Tax Equity](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/tax-equity), [Direct](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/direct), [Business Owners](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/business-owners) [2 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/clean-energy-terminology-2-a-quick-reference-guide#comments-listing) Clean energy is becoming more prevalent in the electricity market, and solar will continue to increase in popularity because of it's affordability, the recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and it's $369 billion dollar budget towards increasing energy security and reducing climate change, and solar technology advancements making solar more efficient every day.  We hope this terminology guide of terms used in the clean energy space helps to provide potential buyers more education and clarity before and during the process of investing in clean energy! [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/clean-energy-terminology-2-a-quick-reference-guide) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Question.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/question-are-batteries-on-solar-systems-worth-the-investment) ## [Question: Are Batteries on Solar Systems Worth the Investment?](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/question-are-batteries-on-solar-systems-worth-the-investment) Aug 26, 2022 8:22:39 AM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Direct](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/direct), [Business Owners](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/business-owners) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/question-are-batteries-on-solar-systems-worth-the-investment#comments-listing) Answer: It depends upon your reasons for installing solar.  Do you want to go green? Reduce your carbon footprint? Are you trying to hit a corporate green initiative? All wonderful reasons for investing in a battery storage solution, but not the main driver of demand for batteries.  Are you trying to save money on electricity? Are you concerned about intermittent electricity from the grid? Do you live in an area where you may experience an extreme weather event that will take down your electric utility? These reasons are more likely to receive a resounding YES, a battery storage system is worth investing in.    [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/question-are-batteries-on-solar-systems-worth-the-investment) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Decoding%20Solar%20Talk-1.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/decoding-solar-talk) ## [Decoding Solar Talk](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/decoding-solar-talk) Jul 1, 2022 7:45:00 AM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Direct](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/direct), [Business Owners](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/business-owners) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/decoding-solar-talk#comments-listing) Undertaking the task of Googling every solar term just to ensure you understand enough to make the best energy decisions can be daunting.  If you've ever started to look into solar and then stopped pursuing the idea because it was too difficult to understand the industry jargon, this is for you! [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/decoding-solar-talk) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/Growing%20the%20US%20Electric%20Vehicle%20Market.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/growing-the-us-electric-vehicle-market) ## [Growing the US Electric Vehicle Market](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/growing-the-us-electric-vehicle-market) Jun 14, 2021 9:22:34 AM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology), [Sustainability](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/sustainability) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/growing-the-us-electric-vehicle-market#comments-listing) The sale of internal combustion engine vehicles peaked 4 years ago.  [Read More](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/growing-the-us-electric-vehicle-market) [![](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/hubfs/3%20Reasons%20to%20Include%20Battery%20Storage.jpg)](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-battery-storage-in-solar-projects) ## [3 Reasons to Include Battery Storage in Solar Projects](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-battery-storage-in-solar-projects) Mar 8, 2021 9:41:00 AM / by [Sara Richardson](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/author/sara-richardson) posted in [Solar](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar), [Solar Technology](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/topic/solar-technology) [0 Comments](https://www.cleanenergynexus.com/blog/3-reasons-to-include-battery-storage-in-solar-projects#comments-listing) Adding battery storage to new build solar projects has become more prevalent, with more businesses and residential clients choosing to add battery storage to their solar projects.  According to our research, the top 3 reasons for choosing to include battery storage in a new solar project are: 1. Power backup 2. To reduce or cut ties with the electricity grid 3. 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