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

Your guide to going solar with a HELOC

Is using a HELOC to finance solar panels right for you? Learn borrowing limits, interest rates, pros and cons, and how it compares to solar loans.

Written by Catherine Lane

Your guide to going solar with a HELOC
Is an 8 kW solar panel system right for you?

An 8 kW solar panel system can generate enough energy to cover a $150 electricity bill, but your exact savings will depend on where you live and your electric rates.

Written by Catherine Lane

Is an 8 kW solar panel system right for you?
How much does electricity cost in Maricopa, AZ?

Maricopa, AZ residents spend about $105 per month on utility costs, but can greatly reduce that by going solar.

Written by Catherine Lane

How much does electricity cost in Maricopa, AZ?
How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?

Oregon’s new solar incentive gives homeowners a rebate when they install solar panels and a bonus incentive when they install battery storage.

Written by Catherine Lane

How much can you save with Oregon’s solar and storage incentive program?
Hawaii’s Quick Connect Program cuts red tape, increases solar savings

Hawaiian Electric Company’s Quick Connect Program will save homeowners more money and give the solar industry a needed boost after COVID-19.

Written by Catherine Lane

Hawaii’s Quick Connect Program cuts red tape, increases solar savings
Hummer EV: everything we know so far

The new Hummer EV redefines the electric vehicle with impressive off-road capabilities. We take a look at its many features, cost, unique battery system, and more.

Written by Catherine Lane

Hummer EV: everything we know so far