Bright Saver plug-in solar

Action is paying off in Virginia. 🎉

HB 395 passed the Senate 30–8–1 and now heads to the Governor’s desk. If signed, Virginia will become the second state to adopt plug-in solar legislation.

Excited to see real progress take shape. ☀️ #PluginSolar #CleanEnergy

Big step forward in Virginia.

HB 395 passed the Senate 30–8–1 and is headed to the Governor’s desk. If signed, Virginia will become the second state expected to adopt plug-in solar legislation.

Coalition advocacy turning into real results! ☀️

#PluginSolar #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy

Faced with rising electricity prices, Americans are stealthily adding DIY solar systems. And they aren’t telling utilities | CNN Balcony solar can be installed almost anywhere, is cheap, easy to set up and reduces bills. It’s increasingly appealing to Americans struggling with soaring energy costs, but it exists in a legal gray...

Plug-in solar just made headlines on CNN. ⚡️

The story highlights how balcony and backyard systems are gaining traction nationwide, and mentions Bright Saver as part of the push expanding energy access!

Big moment! Though, bigger movement.

Read full at: www.cnn.com/clean-energy...

Why Western states are pushing for plug-in solar - High Country News Plug-in solar offers an easy way to save on power bills and transition to clean energy, but whether the market in the U.S. takes off depends on state laws and product standards.

High Country News highlights the rise of plug-in solar across the West—with Bright Saver recognized as a leading advocate helping move the conversation forward.

State lawmakers continue to advance legislation.

Take a further look at: www.hcn.org/articles/why...
#PluginSolar #CleanEnergy

State support could energize movement to equip more homes with plug-in solar More than half of U.S. states, including Hawaiʻi, are considering new laws around balcony solar. HPR’s Savannah Harriman-Pote reports on why this technology is gaining traction.

Following growing public conversation, a bill has now been introduced this session addressing access to portable plug-in solar devices in Hawai'i! 🌺

Bright Saver’s Cora Stryker joined Hawai'i Public Radio to discuss the opportunity and movement.

www.hawaiipublicradio.org/local-news/2...

This January, with support from VT’s Lintilhac Foundation, Bright Saver donated 3 plug-in solar demo systems in the town of Brattleboro. 1 powers a free public charging station at Tri-Park Cooperative; others support municipal + community demos—expanding access to simple, affordable solar.

Bill to Allow Plug-in Solar Panels Passes Committee HB26-1007 would save Coloradans money on their energy bills by expanding access to cost-saving solar

Colorado lawmakers advanced a bill to expand access to plug-in solar systems. Momentum keeps building!

Read more about CO HB26-2007 at www.cohousedems.com/news/bill-to...

#PlugInSolar #ColoradoEnergy #Solar #CleanEnergy

Balcony solar is taking state legislatures by storm In more than half of U.S. states, Republican and Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation that would boost adoption of DIY solar systems.

Bright Saver was featured in @canarymedia.com as plug-in solar gains serious momentum across the U.S. Lawmakers in more than half of all states have introduced legislation to expand access to DIY solar, making it easier for anyone to generate their own power.

www.canarymedia.com/articles/sol...

In rural Tanzania, essential services have long depended on an unreliable national grid and costly diesel deliveries.

Now, with containerized plug-and-play solar units, that story is starting to change.

Read the full story:
dailynews.co.tz/how-green-te...

#GreenTech #PlugInSolar #CleanEnergy

California lawmakers eye 'plug-in solar' to help renters cut energy costs These systems are more affordable and can be mounted in smaller areas like balconies and patios so people living in apartments can use them to cut energy bills.

Excited to see our partners
@solarrights.bsky.social and Scott Weiner on
CBS8 San Diego talking about the CA Plug into the Sun Bill! 🌞🔌

Find the full video and article at: cbs8.com/article/news...
#PluginSolarBill #BalconySolar #cbs8 #PluginSolar #SanDiegoSun

EXCITING NEWS! ☀️ @BrightSaver was selected by Ava Community Energy @avaenergy.org as a #CommunitySponsorship awardee in order to expand plug-in (“balcony”) solar in Stockton.
More soon. Thanks, @avaenergy.org! ⚡
#CleanEnergy #CommunityEnergy #EastBay #PluginSolar #BalconySolar

White Paper | Bright Saver Register for upcoming Bright Saver webinars here.

On Friday, I'm finally doing it: I'm recording a pod on balcony solar! This is probably the No. 1 request I get from listeners.

I'm talking to Cora Stryker of Bright Saver, author of the whitepaper below.

What should I ask her?

"...with just a handful of state-level reforms, plug-in solar could reach 60 million Americans by 2035 and slash household electricity costs — without a dime of public subsidy."

CleanTechnica reports on our recent white paper :https://bit.ly/4oE1kYn

The @SierraClub chatted with Bright Saver ED @KevinChou about the potential plug-in solar has to bring affordable, accessible power to millions of American households.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4oGwbDT

New Hampshire state senator David Watters (D, Dover) has filed a bill for “portable solar generation devices” to bring flexible, affordable power to New Hampshire homes. Says Watters, “it fits the notion of freedom. If you can do this, why shouldn’t you be able to?” https://bit.ly/49DgJUd

Thank you, @BillMcKibben for this generous shout-out. This movement wouldn't be anywhere without all of YOU, so keep the momentum going: talk about plug-in solar, call your state representatives, and advocate for lower bills and greater flexibility.

Plug-in solar could expand energy access for as many as 60 million Americans--but only if states remove regulatory hurdles. Read our white paper to learn more about how this technology can help American families. https://www.brightsaver.org/whitepaper

Pennsylvania has introduced bipartisan legislation to eliminate barriers to accessing plug-in solar (H.B. 1971). If you live in the state, contact your local rep to express your support for the bill! Read the press release here: https://bit.ly/3LwprJS

Thank you for standing up for affordable, local solar options ☀️ #solarpower for ALL

White Paper | Bright Saver Register for upcoming Bright Saver webinars here.

Bright Saver is a nonprofit that empowers American HH to generate their own clean energy from balconies, patios & small spaces. By combining public education & affordable plug-in solar tech, our vision is to democratize solar in the US. ☀️ Learn more: brightsaver.org/whitepaper #solarpower for ALL

Just noting that @volts.wtf is on a real run of amazing interviews. I learn something every time

Yes! Check out this informative thread about plug-in balcony solar spreading throughout the U.S. and then be sure to join the Bright Saver Plug-in Solar Movement at our website: Brightsaver.org/join ☀️ #solarpower for ALL

Plug-in solar can be up to 97% cheaper than conventional rooftop, but outdated regulations stand in the way. Out new white paper explores how these systems could transform energy affordability and resilience for millions of households. Download it here: https://bit.ly/4qpOONF
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Penn State Rep Chris Pielli recently proposed legislation (H.B 1971) to eliminate barriers to accessing plug-in solar by removing interconnection requirements and extra fees. Today he and others are hosting a news conference to discuss this legislation. Join here: https://bit.ly/47Pjtvt

As Trump champions fossil fuels, the world is betting on renewable energy Despite a U.S. retreat, solar and wind are overtaking fossil fuels globally, according to two reports published this week.

As Trump champions fossil fuels, the world is betting on renewable energy.

Despite a U.S. retreat, solar and wind are overtaking fossil fuels globally, according to two new reports.

grist.org/internationa...

#Solar #Wind #Energy #Renewables #Climate

My big, beautiful backyard solar How I became a "solar guerrilla" in four days. And my big, beautiful energy bill savings! Happy SUN Day.

"This data will help them convince California policymakers and potential buyers that, well, PLUG-IN SOLAR IS A NO-BRAINER."☀️Amanda Royal became a "solar guerrilla" as part of Bright Saver’s pilot project. Learn more in her inspiring Earth Hope substack post:
open.substack.com/pub/earthhop...

"solar wasn’t the only top performer this year. Battery storage has already set four discharge records in Texas this month, often charging up on solar power that floods the grid in the mornings and putting it back into the system when the sun sets." ☀️ Solar + batteries for the win! #solarenergy

We need widespread deployment of sun and wind to limit the climate crisis
But it could limit the oligarch crisis too

"The sun delivers its energy for free & that's why solar is exciting in a political sense...think about how the geopolitics of Earth would have been over the past 100 yrs if oil had been of trivial value." - @billmckibben.bsky.social 💛☀️ #solar #listen:
www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2...

Something extraordinary just happened But of course there's a but. Or two.

It's not all positive (this IS 2025), but there's a tremendous amount of good news and useful information in @billmckibben.bsky.social's latest post.