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

Going Solar in New York State: Pros, Cons, and Incentives

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What is NEM 3.0 and How Will it Impact California...

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What’s a Good Price for Rooftop Solar in 2024?

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Which Celebrity Mansion Could Offset the Most CO2 With Solar...

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What’s The Average Electric Bill in 2024 And How Does...

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How Much Is The Average Electric Bill in California?

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