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

Homeowner’s guide to going solar with CPS Energy

Comprehensive guide to all things solar as a San Antonio homeowner in CPS Energy territory. Find out how much you can save and earn by installing solar panels on your Texas home.

Written by Catherine Lane

Homeowner’s guide to going solar with CPS Energy
Expert review of sonnen batteries | costs, performance, warranties

Everything you need to know about sonnen batteries, including their technical specifications, pros and cons, and how much they cost.

Written by Catherine Lane

Expert review of sonnen batteries | costs, performance, warranties
2024 Panasonic solar panels review

Panasonic’s EverVolt solar panels are high-quality and top performers, but are they right for your roof?

Written by Catherine Lane

2024 Panasonic solar panels review
Q.HOME CORE expert review: all about Qcells' energy storage system

A breakdown of Qcells’ Q.HOME CORE energy storage system that includes a modular battery, inverter, and energy management hub.

Written by Catherine Lane

Q.HOME CORE expert review: all about Qcells' energy storage system
Changes to Louisiana's net metering: why you should care

The Louisiana Public Service Commission’s recent vote to change net metering could cause other states to ditch their solar policies, as well.

Written by Catherine Lane

Changes to Louisiana's net metering: why you should care
Ergosun solar roof tiles: what to know about Tesla’s newest competitor

Ergosun Integrated Solar Roof tiles are officially available to homeowners in the U.S. How do they stack up against Tesla solar roof tiles?

Written by Catherine Lane

Ergosun solar roof tiles: what to know about Tesla’s newest competitor