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Practical explainers and questions from the process of learning home solar in the Philippines.

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1 min readJul 2026By C
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Six Signs Your Solar Panels Aren't Pulling Their Weight

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1 min readJun 2026By J
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Solar PV System Configurations and Circuit Requirements

As stated in article 6.90 of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC), the chapter that governs how PV system connects to the grid, to the maximum voltage DC circuits can carry. Including the five common PV system configurations, general equipment requirements, and the circuit voltage rules every solar professional needs to understand.

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1 min readJun 2026By C
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How to Choose a Solar Installer You Won't Regret: A Filipino Homeowner's Guide

A research-based consumer guide for Filipino homeowners — as of June 2026.

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1 min readMay 2026
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Understanding Our Solar Calculators

A complete guide to Solar Scout's four planning tools — the ROI Calculator, Appliance Load Calculator, Solar Savings Bill Calculator, and Net Metering vs Zero-Export Calculator. Learn what to enter, how each tool works, and how to read your results.

Meralco electricity bill highlighting solar export credits.
1 min readApr 2026
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Net Metering Philippines: 2026 Rules & Application Guide

What is net metering? Net metering is a billing mechanism that credits solar energy system owners for the electricity they add to the grid. If your solar panels generate more power than you use during the day, the excess is exported to your distribution utility, earning peso credits that reduce your next electricity bill.

Philippine household rooftop with grid-tied solar panels.
1 min readApr 2026
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3 Types of Solar Systems in the Philippines: Which One Fits You?

Not every solar system is built the same — and picking the wrong one can mean paying for features you will never use or finding out too late that your panels will not keep your lights on during a brownout. There are three types of solar systems available in the Philippines today: grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid. Each one works differently, costs differently, and suits a different kind of household or business. Here is how to figure out which one actually fits your situation.

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1 min readApr 2026
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How Solar Works in the Philippines: From Sunlight to Savings

Your July Meralco bill charges you ₱14.83 per kilowatt-hour. That's the second increase in two months, driven by the Middle East conflict, a weak peso, and record demand on the Luzon grid. Every time a supply chain buckles or a plant trips, the shock lands on your bill within weeks, and you have no power to negotiate it.

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