SystemsUp to date · Jan 15, 2026
Hybrid Solar System
A solar installation that is connected to the grid and includes battery storage, offering both grid-tied benefits (net metering, lower bills) and backup power during outages.
Why It Matters
Hybrid systems are the fastest-growing segment of residential solar. They provide the best of both worlds: utility savings plus energy security.
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Grid-Tied System
A solar energy system connected to the utility grid, allowing you to draw power when needed and export excess generation.
Off-Grid System
A solar system with battery storage that operates independently from the utility grid, requiring full self-sufficiency.
Battery Storage
A system that stores excess solar energy for use when the sun isn't shining, providing backup power during outages.