Data Center Requests Would Grow California's Power Use by Half Overnight

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Published on: 31/10/2026

Data center requests would equal about 53 percent of everything California uses in a year. Learn how that growth could pressure rates and how homeowners can hedge with solar and battery storage, without buying or financing equipment.

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Big Tech Is Building Its Own Power aSo Can You

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Published on: 29/10/2026

Microsoft, Amazon and developers are securing massive amounts of power for California data centers. Homeowners can follow the same playbook with solar and battery storage, without buying or financing equipment.

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You Don’t Have to Buy Solar to Benefit From It — But Every Option Works Differently

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Published on: 30/06/2026

Homeowners do not have to buy solar outright to benefit from it. Loans, PPAs, leases, and TPO programs each offer different paths with different financial obligations. Qualifying Southern California homeowners served by SCE, SDG&E, or PG&E may access

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Selling A Solar Home? The truth about solar loans, PPAs, and home value may surprise you.

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Published on: 05/06/2026

Selling a solar home can add value, but homeowners need to understand ownership, leases, PPAs, transfer terms, and disclosure before listing.

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