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Maryland Solar Incentives in 2026: Every Program, Real Numbers
Maryland homeowners can offset 40-55% of solar costs through stacked incentives. Here's every program and what you actually qualify for in 2026.
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Home Battery Backup in DC: Costs, Brands & Is It Worth It?
Home battery backup in DC costs $10,000–$20,000 installed. Compare Tesla, Enphase, and top brands, plus DC incentives and real ROI numbers.
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Pepco Net Metering in DC: How Solar Credits Work and What You Actually Earn
Pepco net metering lets DC solar homeowners earn credits at the full retail rate for excess power. Here's exactly how the credits work, what you'll save, and the DC-specific rules.
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Solar Lease vs Buy vs PPA in DC: Which Option Saves You More?
Buy, lease, or PPA — here's what each solar financing option actually costs DC homeowners, with real numbers and a clear decision framework.
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Solar for All DC: Free Solar for Low-Income Homeowners
Solar for All DC offers free solar panels for qualifying households. Learn eligibility, how to apply, and why 2026 is the last year for $0 installations.
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DC SREC Guide: How to Earn $3,000+/Year From Your Solar Panels
DC SRECs pay $383–$455 per credit — the highest in the US. Learn how to register, sell, and maximize your solar income in Washington DC.
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Solar Panel Cost in DC: Why Free Panels Aren't the Best Deal
DC solar panels cost $15K-$24K after tax credits with a 3.5-year payback. Learn why owning beats "free" panels and how SRECs earn you $4K+/year.
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Pepco's $123M Rate Hike Thrown Out: What DC Homeowners Need to Know
DC Court of Appeals struck down Pepco's $123.4M rate hike. Learn what happened, if you'll get a refund, and how to protect against future increases.
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Net Metering in Washington, D.C. (2025 Guide) | How Solar Credits Work
Learn how net metering works in Washington, D.C., how solar energy credits appear on your Pepco bill, and how to maximize savings with a custom solar system.