Catherine Lane

Solar Industry Expert

Expertise:

Solar panels | Solar batteries | Solar policy

About Catherine Lane

Catherine has been researching and reporting on the solar industry for five years and is the Written Content Manager at SolarReviews. She leads a dynamic team in producing informative and engaging content on residential solar to help homeowners make informed decisions about investing in solar panels.

Catherine’s expertise has garnered attention from leading industry publications, with her work being featured in Solar Today Magazine and Solar Industry Magazine. Her insights have also been cited by outlets, including Forbes and Bloomberg, solidifying her reputation as a go-to source for reliable information on solar technology and sustainability.

Before joining SolarReviews, Catherine worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm, where she researched, inspected, and analyzed environmental remediation, indoor health, and construction cost claims. This experience gave Catherine a practical understanding of the unique challenges faced by the environmental and construction sectors.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from Ramapo College of New Jersey, has completed Solar Energy International’s PV 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation training course, and is OSHA certified.

Articles by Catherine Lane

Mission Solar panels: complete review

An overview of Mission Solar Energy, what types of solar panels they manufacture, and how they compare to other solar panels on the market.

Written by Catherine Lane

Mission Solar panels: complete review
New Jersey’s SuSI solar incentive program explained

Explaining how much New Jersey's successor solar incentive program can save homeowners and what it means for the state's solar industry.

Written by Catherine Lane

New Jersey’s SuSI solar incentive program explained
Phono Solar panel review: cost, products, and warranties

Reviewing the products and warranties offered by Tier 1 solar manufacturer Phono Solar. Do the specs justify the cost?

Written by Catherine Lane

Phono Solar panel review: cost, products, and warranties
Should you go solar with Silfab solar panels?

With tons of solar panels on the market, should you go solar with Silfab? We break down Silfab Solar current products and how they compare to other brands.

Written by Catherine Lane

Should you go solar with Silfab solar panels?
Complete review of Solaria solar panels

Complete breakdown of Solaria solar panels, including an explanation of products, warranty, cost, and if they're worth the investment.

Written by Catherine Lane

Complete review of Solaria solar panels
Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates

Everything you need to know about going solar with NV Energy, including their net metering program, solar battery rebate, and more.

Written by Catherine Lane

Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates