PG&E has introduced a new fixed monthly Base Charge for all customers. In this post, we explain what it means, how it affects your bill, and why solar and batteries remain the most effective way to reduce your reliance on PG&E long-term.

Thousands of Californians just told the state what they think of PG&E’s latest plan to raise rates again: “We can’t afford it.” With electric bills set to rise 15% by 2030, solar + battery storage still offers homeowners the best shot at stability, independence, and long-term savings.

Federal attacks on solar are making headlines, but California homeowners still have powerful reasons to go solar now. Learn what’s real, what’s noise, and how to lock in the 30% tax credit before it disappears.

The solar supply chain is under pressure—shortages, tariffs, policy shifts. That’s why Viva Energy’s Geoff Kramer and Henry Macias are on the ground at RE+ in Las Vegas, locking in suppliers to keep Central Valley and Central Coast projects moving without delays.

Why do utility companies get to decide whether you can put solar panels on your own roof? In California, utilities hold the keys to interconnection and grid access—meaning they can slow, block, or complicate your solar project. Here’s how it works, and what it means for homeowners looking for energy independence.

California utility rates are climbing fast — and recent federal policy shifts are making it worse. From canceled solar grants to pro-fossil legislation, homeowners are feeling the squeeze. Here’s what’s behind the spike — and how solar still gives you control, savings, and peace of mind.

California’s Supreme Court has hit “pause” on the NEM 3.0 net-metering cuts, sending the case back to the appeals court for a stricter legal review. Solar homeowners may soon see higher returns for energy sold back to the grid—here’s what’s changing and what to watch next.

The 30% federal solar tax credit ends for homeowners on December 31, 2025 — seven years earlier than expected. Californians need to act fast: installs must be complete by the deadline, leases remain eligible through 2027, and standalone batteries qualify through 2032. Here’s what the new law means for you.