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US Solar Capacity219 GW+17% YoY
US Wind Capacity153 GW+4% YoY
Residential ITC (Sec. 25D)Expired12/31/2025
Global Renewables Share30.8%+1.6pp YoY
US Grid Carbon368 g/kWh-3.1% YoY
100% Renewable Countries7ALB BTN ETH ISL NPL PRY COD
US Solar Capacity219 GW+17% YoY
US Wind Capacity153 GW+4% YoY
Residential ITC (Sec. 25D)Expired12/31/2025
Global Renewables Share30.8%+1.6pp YoY
US Grid Carbon368 g/kWh-3.1% YoY
100% Renewable Countries7ALB BTN ETH ISL NPL PRY COD
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DIY Guides

Step-by-step walkthroughs. Tools, materials, wiring.

From your first 100W panel to a full off-grid system. Each guide includes skill level, time, tool list, materials (with affiliate links), safety warnings, and photos for every step.

Build Status Phase 3
  • Your First Solar Panel — single panel + battery for a shed
  • Power Your RV or Van
  • Backup Power for Your Home — battery + transfer switch
  • Full Rooftop Solar — complete grid-tied system
  • Going Off-Grid — complete standalone build
  • Add Battery Storage to existing solar
  • Install an EV Charger (Level 2)
  • Heat Pump Water Heater swap — fastest ROI upgrade