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Jul 15, 2026

Solar financing made simple: The complete guide to financing on Solargraf 

Every financing option. One platform. Zero complexity.  Closing a solar deal often comes down to financing. Homeowners want affordable monthly payments. Commercial clients need flexible terms. Installers need a platform

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Jul 15, 2026

Solar financing made simple: The complete guide to financing on Solargraf 

Every financing option. One platform. Zero complexity.  Closing a solar deal often comes down to financing. Homeowners want affordable monthly payments. Commercial clients need flexible terms. Installers need a platform

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Jul 14, 2026

Solargraf Q2 2026 highlights: Building more flexible solar workflows

Solargraf delivered powerful product enhancements in Q2 2026, focused on improving financing workflows, expanding proposal and design flexibility, enhancing data accessibility, and streamlining day-to-day installer opera

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Jul 14, 2026

Solargraf Q2 2026 highlights: Building more flexible solar workflows

Solargraf delivered powerful product enhancements in Q2 2026, focused on improving financing workflows, expanding proposal and design flexibility, enhancing data accessibility, and streamlining day-to-day installer opera

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Jun 30, 2026

Solargraf vs other solar software: What actually moves the needle 

The solar industry doesn't suffer from a shortage of tools. It suffers from fragmentation: one platform for design, another for proposals, a third for permit packages, and a spreadsheet to hold it all together. That patc

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Jun 30, 2026

Your solar business is sending you signals. Are you reading them? 

Running a solar installation business means tracking more than ever — project pipelines, proposal conversion, battery upsells, permit turnarounds, financing mix, and team engagement. The companies pulling ahead aren't ne

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Jun 30, 2026

Solargraf vs other solar software: What actually moves the needle 

The solar industry doesn't suffer from a shortage of tools. It suffers from fragmentation: one platform for design, another for proposals, a third for permit packages, and a spreadsheet to hold it all together. That patc

Read more

Jun 30, 2026

Your solar business is sending you signals. Are you reading them? 

Running a solar installation business means tracking more than ever — project pipelines, proposal conversion, battery upsells, permit turnarounds, financing mix, and team engagement. The companies pulling ahead aren't ne

Read more

Jun 15, 2026

Driving efficiency with enhanced API capabilities

As solar businesses continue to scale, the need for seamless system integrations and automation becomes increasingly critical. Solargraf's latest Public API enhancements are designed to support exactly that—enabling team

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Jun 15, 2026

Win more customers with smart solar proposal templates

Overview A great solar proposal isn’t just a document, it’s a deal-maker. It’s where you prove your value, build trust in seconds, and rise above the competition. But let’s be real—crafting a polished, personalized propo

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Jun 15, 2026

Win more customers with smart solar proposal templates

Overview A great solar proposal isn’t just a document, it’s a deal-maker. It’s where you prove your value, build trust in seconds, and rise above the competition. But let’s be real—crafting a polished, personalized propo

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Jun 15, 2026

Driving efficiency with enhanced API capabilities

As solar businesses continue to scale, the need for seamless system integrations and automation becomes increasingly critical. Solargraf's latest Public API enhancements are designed to support exactly that—enabling team

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Jun 11, 2026

Solargraf approved by Energy Trust of Oregon

Overview Energy Trust of Oregon approves Solargraf as a remote solar assessment tool   Solargraf is now an approved remote solar assessment tool, accepted by Energy Trust of Oregon. As part of the approval process, Energ

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Jun 11, 2026

Solargraf approved by Energy Trust of Oregon

Overview Energy Trust of Oregon approves Solargraf as a remote solar assessment tool   Solargraf is now an approved remote solar assessment tool, accepted by Energy Trust of Oregon. As part of the approval process, Energ

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May 22, 2026

Meet Sol — your Solargraf AI assistant

We have introduced Sol, an AI-powered assistant built directly into Solargraf — so you spend less time searching for answers and more time designing and closing deals.  What is Sol?  Sol is Solargraf's new built-in AI as

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May 22, 2026

Designing with the sun: A guide to System Visualizer

Overview  The system visualizer feature allows designers and sales teams to visualize the sun’s movement across the sky and understand how shading changes throughout the day and year. This includes real-time shadows cast

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Apr 30, 2026

Enhanced permitting capabilities: What's new in Solargraf's DIY SLDs and permit plan sets

When it comes to creating permit‑ready solar plan sets without the back and forth, having the right level of control makes all the difference. Solargraf offers a range of customization options that allow installers and d

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Apr 2, 2026

Unlocking New Potential: Design and Sell Propel Projects in Solargraf

Introducing Propel Propel, brought to you by our partners Concert Finance, is a Prepaid Energy Services Agreement (ESA) program paired with a Concert loan. It is a hybrid financial product designed to give homeowners imm

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Feb 26, 2026

Introducing the wall elevation canvas in Solargraf

Permit requirements continue to demand greater clarity — especially for battery projects where AHJs want to see exactly how wall-mounted equipment will be installed. In real-world installations, however, walls are rarely

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Dec 9, 2025

How to Be a Profitable Solar Business Post 25D Tax Credit Removal

The solar industry in the U.S. is entering a new era. With the Section 25D Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit officially ending after December 31, 2025, many solar companies are asking: Is solar business still profitabl

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Sep 30, 2025

AHJ, utility and governing code updates for Colorado, Illinois, Oregon, Michigan, Maryland

Keeping up with evolving regulations is crucial for seamless solar installations. Solargraf now incorporates the latest updates from AHJs, utilities, and governing codes, ensuring your designs stay compliant and your per

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May 12, 2025

Solar Permitting Process – Complexity, Challenges and Solutions

Introduction Navigating the solar permitting process is a critical step in ensuring a smooth solar installation. In the United States, one of the most significant hurdles for installers is the lack of standardization acr

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May 12, 2025

Solar Permitting Process – Complexity, Challenges and Solutions

Introduction Navigating the solar permitting process is a critical step in ensuring a smooth solar installation. In the United States, one of the most significant hurdles for installers is the lack of standardization acr

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May 7, 2025

How Solar Design Tools Are Revolutionizing Solar Projects

Solar design tools in modern solar projects The solar industry has seen a rapid transformation with the advent of advanced technology. Solar design tools have become essential for planning and implementing solar projects

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May 7, 2025

How Solar Design Tools Are Revolutionizing Solar Projects

Solar design tools in modern solar projects The solar industry has seen a rapid transformation with the advent of advanced technology. Solar design tools have become essential for planning and implementing solar projects

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Mar 31, 2025

Elevating Solar Proposals: Introducing Solargraf’s New Proposal Experience

In the fast paced and competitive solar industry, proposals that captivate, build trust and tell a compelling story are the ones that truly stand out. Acknowledging this need, Solargraf is proud to introduce a revolution

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Mar 20, 2025

Simplifying Solar Financing: TPO Solutions on SolarGraf

The solar energy industry has seen massive growth in recent years, and as costs decrease, more people and businesses are adopting solar power. However, the high upfront cost of installing solar systems remains a signific

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Feb 5, 2025

AHJ, utility and governing code updates for California, Nebraska, North Carolina, Vermont, Kentucky, Texas and Iowa 

Keeping up with evolving regulations is crucial for seamless solar installations. Solargraf now incorporates the latest updates from AHJs, utilities, and governing codes, ensuring your designs stay compliant and your per

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Jan 30, 2025

Solargraf 2024: Game changing enhancements, more powerful than ever

At Solargraf, our commitment to delivering the best customer experience drives us to expand our offerings and provide seamless end to end solutions. In line with this vision, we have added numerous new features to our pl

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Jan 30, 2025

Solargraf 2024: Game changing enhancements, more powerful than ever

At Solargraf, our commitment to delivering the best customer experience drives us to expand our offerings and provide seamless end to end solutions. In line with this vision, we have added numerous new features to our pl

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Jan 30, 2025

Solargraf 2024: Game changing enhancements, more powerful than ever

At Solargraf, our commitment to delivering the best customer experience drives us to expand our offerings and provide seamless end to end solutions. In line with this vision, we have added numerous new features to our pl

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Jan 30, 2025

Solargraf 2024: Game changing enhancements, more powerful than ever

At Solargraf, our commitment to delivering the best customer experience drives us to expand our offerings and provide seamless end to end solutions. In line with this vision, we have added numerous new features to our pl

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Jan 16, 2025

Solargraf Quarter 4, 2024 Enhancements: Smarter Design, Seamless Workflow

As 2024 came to a close, Solargraf introduced a host of powerful enhancements designed to revolutionize solar design, permitting, and financing workflows. These updates reflect our commitment to delivering smarter tools

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Jan 16, 2025

Solargraf Quarter 4, 2024 Enhancements: Smarter Design, Seamless Workflow

As 2024 came to a close, Solargraf introduced a host of powerful enhancements designed to revolutionize solar design, permitting, and financing workflows. These updates reflect our commitment to delivering smarter tools

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Jan 16, 2025

Solargraf Quarter 4, 2024 Enhancements: Smarter Design, Seamless Workflow

As 2024 came to a close, Solargraf introduced a host of powerful enhancements designed to revolutionize solar design, permitting, and financing workflows. These updates reflect our commitment to delivering smarter tools

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Jan 16, 2025

Solargraf Quarter 4, 2024 Enhancements: Smarter Design, Seamless Workflow

As 2024 came to a close, Solargraf introduced a host of powerful enhancements designed to revolutionize solar design, permitting, and financing workflows. These updates reflect our commitment to delivering smarter tools

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Dec 18, 2024

Illinois new Net Metering 2025: changes you need to know and how Solargraf can help you

Net Metering has been the cornerstone of increased solar adoption in Illinois. Through net metering, customers receive retail rate credits ($) for the electricity they export back to the grid. The retail rate is the rate

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Dec 18, 2024

Illinois new Net Metering 2025: changes you need to know and how Solargraf can help you

Net Metering has been the cornerstone of increased solar adoption in Illinois. Through net metering, customers receive retail rate credits ($) for the electricity they export back to the grid. The retail rate is the rate

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Dec 9, 2024

Mastering solar panel layout: Importance of optimal placement

Importance of optimal solar panel placement One of the biggest challenges for solar installers has been determining the optimal placement of solar panels and calculating the exact number of panels required. The placement

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Nov 7, 2024

AHJ, utility and governing code updates for California, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, and Oklahoma

Solargraf has recently been updated with changes to AHJs, utilities, and governing codes. Stay on top of the regulations, ensuring smooth permit processes and streamlined compliance for your solar projects, and experienc

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Oct 15, 2024

Unlocking solar success with exciting new features released in Q3’24

At Solargraf, to continue offering innovative solutions that keep your business at the forefront of the solar industry, we’ve introduced several new revolutionary features in last quarter. From expanding existing solar s

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Sep 9, 2024

AHJ, utility and governing code updates for California, Massachusetts, Idaho, New Mexico, Virginia, Kansas, Ohio, Maryland, and Texas

Solargraf has recently been updated with changes to AHJs, utilities, and governing codes. Stay on top of the regulations, ensuring smooth permit processes and streamlined compliance for your solar projects. Experience pe

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Aug 6, 2024

Permit design requirements for battery garage layout plan.

Certain Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) have recently implemented changes to permit regulations for battery installation in garages. All projects with batteries in the garage are now required to show a garage layo

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Aug 2, 2024

Expanding solar systems: Adding panels and batteries to meet increased energy demand

The primary motive for homeowners to go solar is to reduce utility bills and promote grid independence. With net metering schemes, they save money when the solar system offsets total home consumption. But what happens wh

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Jul 18, 2024

Solargraf partners with LightReach and Everbright for Third-party ownership and flexible financing

We are happy to announce that LightReach, a leader in third-party ownership (TPO) solutions for solar projects, recently approved Solargraf as a partner. Solargraf also partners with Everbright, a solar financing provide

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Jun 4, 2024

Solargraf is now live in Netherlands

As a European hub for solar energy innovation, the Netherlands leads in renewable energy with ambitious solar adoption goals. The Dutch government actively promotes solar energy through various incentives and subsidies.

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Jun 4, 2024

Solargraf is now live in Netherlands

As a European hub for solar energy innovation, the Netherlands leads in renewable energy with ambitious solar adoption goals. The Dutch government actively promotes solar energy through various incentives and subsidies.

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Nov 7, 2023

NEM 3.0 in Solargraf

1. Unveling NEM 3.0: Transforming California’s Energy Landscape California’s new Net Billing Tariff (NBT), or Net Energy Metering (NEM) 3.0, is the successor tariff to NEM 2.0. NEM 3.0 incentivizes customers to move from

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Sep 19, 2022

Get More Leads for Your Solar Business

As the solar industry grows, so does the need for high-quality, easy-to-close solar leads. The main issue new solar companies face when starting to put together a lead generation strategy is finding ways to set them apar

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Aug 3, 2022

7 Proven Strategies To Grow Your Brand With Solar Marketing

A growing solar market breeds competition, and with competition comes a need to increase the visibility of your business and set yourself apart from the rest. One of the best ways to achieve this is by putting together a

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