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Sustainability & Environment

From renewable energy to recycling, every homeowner can take small steps to help the environment. Explore insights and best practices for living a sustainable life and creating a better future.

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California celebrates 1 million solar roofs

Not only did California hit their audacious renewable energy goals sooner than planned, they blew other milestones out of the water too.

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This is how the U.S. gets to zero carbon emissions by 2050

Where & how we need to change our energy consumption habits to make America emissions-free by 2050.

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Group tackles power storage as key to clean-energy future

When states vow to set and reach aggressive clean energy goals, going cold turkey has its drawbacks.

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Exciting New Study Says That Crops Thrive Underneath Solar Panels—and the Panels Produce More Energy

In this "win-win-win" for the environment, a promising new way to grow our food, utilize water resources, and produce renewable solar energy.

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Transitioning from coal will save billions of gallons of water

Switching to renewable energy sources and away from fossil fuels is saving the environment in more ways than one.

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7 Green Cities That Help Our Environment (and our pockets)

Green living is no longer just an individual preference. In many cities, policy makers and residents are leading the charge toward environmental friendliness.

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Port of San Diego to install solar-powered microgrid in 2020

California continues to lead the renewable energy wave with a new solar microgrid for one of the nation's largest and busiest ports.

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It's Time The Energy Market Had Its Lightbulb Moment

How blockchain technology can be used to empower households to trade their excess rooftop solar power with their neighbors.

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Green roofs can make cities healthier and happier. Why aren’t they everywhere?

Imagine a world where all the roofs of all the buildings in all the cities across the world were covered in greenery.

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Shout It From the Rooftops: Solar Delivers Far More Than Renewable Energy

The benefits of solar power reach beyond eco-friendliness & saving money.

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Why Energy Storage Is Proving Even More Disruptive Than Cheap Renewables

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Building Electrification Could Add Hundreds Of Millions Of Batteries To The Grid

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Investing in energy storage for solar, wind power could greatly reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Cities are getting hotter, but we can redesign them to keep us cool

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The Surprising Ways Big Cities Are Good For The Environment

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Hotter Temperatures Could Reduce Efficiency Of Solar Power

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Homeowner Insights

Going solar can increase your home's value. How else can you grow your equity? See what’s new in high performance homes, energy efficiency, improvements and care.

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What to know about buying a green home

As more home buyers look for sustainable features in their dream house, knowing what to look for and who to trust has become large.

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Why Net Zero Homes are the Next Evolution in Green Living

Living a sustainable lifestyle is fast becoming a top (and affordable) priority for many homeowners.

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5 Green Building Trends for Homeowners in 2020

Living more sustainably is not only good for the planet, it's also better for your health and wellbeing.

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Ask Angie's List: How can I save money with energy-efficient home upgrades?

High return home projects for reducing your energy costs and your carbon footprint.

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PG&E outages prompt clean energy programs to focus on solar, batteries

With power shut offs becoming a part of life for parts of northern California, energy storage is coming to the rescue.

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These maps show the cities with the most solar in the U.S.

The 2010s saw exponential growth of solar-powered homes across the US. Which cities have the most solar?

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Infographic: 5 Advantages of the Total Home Energy System

Panasonic’s Total Home Energy System provides decades of energy savings and sustainable living. Our new infographic explains the bigger benefits.

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6 sustainably cool benefits of home energy storage

Generating your own electricity and gaining independence from the grid is an exciting thought.

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PG&E power shut-offs: Here's what you need to know

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Solar is coming to all new California homes. How many in Fresno already get power from sun?

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11 recurring questions homeowners ask about energy storage

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Why You Should Consider Adding Solar Panels To Your House

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6 factors to consider when installing solar systems

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What most Americans are looking for in a new home: solar panels

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Solar Panels Installation: 6 Unexpected Factors to Consider

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Will My Solar Panels Work During a Power Outage?

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Trends & Technology

What does green living look like today? Dive into the latest sustainable technologies as we keep our finger on the pulse of solar power, energy storage and beyond.

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Energy & Utilities

Home solar is a big investment and a smart one. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. Take advantage of the tax credits, incentives, and financing options that are right for you.

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