In 2016, the solar energy industry reached a major milestone: more than one million total homes in the U.S. had installed solar panels on their homes. Many of these individuals reaped huge savings on their energy bills, took advantage of significant tax incentives, and increased the value of their home in the process.
Of course, not every home is a candidate for solar, but it’s not only warm southern or western states that qualify. Surprisingly, a study by North Carolina State University rated New York City as the top major city for energy savings by converting to solar energy.