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California's 3-Day Right to Cancel a Solar Contract: What It Actually Covers

California law gives homeowners 3 business days to cancel a solar contract signed at home. Seniors get 5 days. Here is what the cooling-off period covers.

Jul 23, 2026 · 6 min read

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California's Last SGIP Battery Incentive Is Income-Restricted: Here's What to Know

California's only active SGIP pathway, RSSE, requires income qualification. Here's who qualifies, what it pays, and the strings attached.

Jun 4, 2026 8 min read

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California NEM 3.0 Batteries: Grid Charging or Export Credits, Not Both

California's NEM 3.0 forces battery owners to choose: charge from the grid or export for credits. How the rule works and what it means financially.

Jun 2, 2026 9 min read

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California's SB 913 Could Let Your Home Battery Earn Money by Supporting the Grid

California SB 913 would let home batteries join virtual power plants, potentially paying homeowners for sharing stored energy during peak demand.

May 24, 2026 5 min read

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