Zeeshan Hyder

Content Specialist

About Zeeshan Hyder

Zeeshan is a solar journalist who has long been passionate about climate issues and developed a deep interest in solar power after witnessing its successful adoption in Australia.

He has previously worked as a journalist for a major news organization, covering energy, climate, and environmental stories, among other topics.

He also served as an organizer for the Pakistan Youth Climate Network, an advocacy group aimed at raising climate awareness among students and future leaders.

His other work experience includes several years in the humanitarian sector - with Doctors Without Borders - and in nonprofit communications.

Zeeshan earned a B.A. from Middlebury College, Vermont, the birthplace of the 350.org climate movement.

Articles by Zeeshan Hyder

Solar panels for apartments & renters: your options

Live in an apartment or rental home? Worry not, you can still go solar! Use one of these easy methods to harness clean solar power and save money in the process.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Solar panels for apartments & renters: your options
Residential solar panels cost and savings in Arizona in 2024

An accurate breakdown of solar panel savings in Phoenix, Tucson and Flagstaff based on APS electric rates and the cost of solar panels being charged by the best local solar companies in Arizona.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Residential solar panels cost and savings in Arizona in 2024
All about Solar Roadways: the promise versus the reality

We were promised cost-effective smart roads that could light up, melt snow, and produce immense amounts of solar power. Was it all too good to be true?

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

All about Solar Roadways: the promise versus the reality
Everything you need to know about California net metering 2.0 in 2024

Are you a PG&E, SDG&E, or SCE customer thinking of buying solar panels? NEM 2.0 determines how you will be credited for energy sold back to the grid.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

Everything you need to know about California net metering 2.0 in 2024
What is the best direction for solar panels to face?

South is the best direction for solar panels for overall output. But what if you have a battery system, or there are high TOU rates where you live?

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

What is the best direction for solar panels to face?
How much can an electric car save you in 2023?

A new electric car can save you $7,000 a year. Your exact savings depend on 3 factors: charging costs, available incentives, and maintenance costs.

Written by Zeeshan Hyder

How much can an electric car save you in 2023?