Sunrun's Solar Education

Welcome to your go-to resource for all things solar. Get the information you need with in-depth solar articles, helpful FAQ's, videos, terms, and more. From breaking down the basics to maximizing your solar savings, we're here to help you every step of the way.

  • What Happens If I Move?

    What Happens If I Move?

    If you have a solar service agreement and decide to move, we’re here to support you with every...

  • How Efficient Are Solar Panels?

    How Efficient Are Solar Panels?

    Solar Panel Efficiency - From NASA to Your Roof NASA uses solar power in space....

  • How Can I Tell If My Solar Panels Are Working?

    How Can I Tell If My Solar Panels Are Working?

    Whether you already have rooftop solar panels or are considering going solar, you’ll want to make sure your panels are working at their full capacity. While solar panels are incredibly durable and are designed to offer many years of worry-free performance, there are ways to make sure you’re getting the most out of your panels.

  • Environmental Impact: A Grid-Powered Car

    Environmental Impact: A Grid-Powered Car

    Are Electric Vehicles Better for the Environment? It’s true that a grid-powered car,...

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  • Megawatt

    Megawatt

    A unit of electrical power equal to one million watts.

  • Gigawatt

    Gigawatt

    A unit of electrical power equal to one billion watts or 1000 megawatts.

  • Solar Panel Warranty

    Solar Panel Warranty

    A guarantee from the solar panel manufacturer or installer to ensure production levels and equipment reliability. 

  • Solar Incentives

    Solar Incentives

    Electricity consumers are offered financial incentives from federal, state, and local governments to install solar systems on their homes.