Sam Wigness

Sam started working in solar as a commercial installer in 2011 and has been creating content in the renewable energy, home improvement, and mortgage spaces for over a decade. He's been published by the Associated Press, Yahoo! Finance, MarketWatch, Home.com, Emeraldology.com and many other digital and print outlets. He's also been cited as a solar expert in The Mortage Reports

Sam has a BA in Communication with an Emphasis in Journalism from the University of North Dakota and was named 425 Magazine's "Top 30 Under 30 Professionals" in 2020 while running an sustainable e-commerce startup.

Based just outside of Seattle, WA, his 4.5 kW solar system provides enough power for his wife, daughter, and dog -- for now.

Solar Learning Articles

What’s Next for the Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit, and...

July 3 Update: Congress has officially passed the "One Big Beautiful...

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House Approves Terminating the Residential Solar Tax Credit

July 4 Update: The "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB) was signed...

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How Many Solar Panels Do I Need To Power a...

One of the first questions homeowners ask when going solar...

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Solar Panel Colors: Which Color Best Suits Your Home &...

When considering going solar, there are three main questions homeowners...

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Solar Tax Credit

Since it was introduced in 2005, the federal solar tax...

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These 13 States Will See Electricity Bills Soar this Summer...

If you live in the Mid-Atlantic or Midwest, you may...

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Puget Sound Energy Electric Rates Are Soaring — Here’s Why...

In January, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) got approval to raise...

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Ohio Electricity Rates Are Rising in June — Here’s How...

Why Are Ohio Electricity Bills Increasing in 2025? Ohio residents...

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