Bright Saver

Members purchase plug-in solar kits at cost: $285.30 for 180W or $414.17 for 360W, with free shipping.

The page calculates monthly savings for 180W or 360W kits based on local electricity rates.

Plug-in solar converts sunlight into usable AC electricity using a photovoltaic panel, microinverter, and home wiring to offset electricity use.

The company’s team writes about Plug-In Solar.

Yes, for any outdoor installation. GFCI protection is required by code for outdoor receptacles and is worth having regardless.

Bright Saver lists upcoming events and webinars, along with recordings of past events.

The page explains how plug-in solar works, its safety and legality, costs, and provides over 30 guides for renters and homeowners.

The Washington Post front page covers plug-in balcony solar and how it gives power back to renters and anyone without a roof suited to rooftop solar.

PBS NewsHour demonstrates plug-in solar by showing a panel mounted on a railing and plugged into a wall outlet, reducing electricity costs.

KQED and NPR cover plug-in solar. How balcony solar went from science fiction to a legal, affordable option in a growing number of US states.

Publications cover Bright Saver’s mission to expand clean energy access through plug-in solar panels.

A $29 annual membership provides balcony solar at cost ($285 instead of retail prices) and supports state-by-state legalization efforts.

BrightSaver, a nonprofit, sells solar panels at cost, with dues funding policy work for accessible clean energy.

Bright Saver is a nonprofit helping households save money and cut carbon with plug-in solar solutions, building a future where clean energy is for everyone.

Bright Saver advocates for clean energy access, supporting balcony and backyard solar for all Americans regardless of income or roof access.

Bright Saver invites contact to join its movement for clean, affordable energy.

The page answers questions about plug-in solar legality, permits, and savings, based on the nonprofit’s policy work.

The page shows where plug-in solar is legal, provides a draft email to legislators, and offers alerts for bill updates.

A $29/year membership provides 180W balcony solar at cost ($285) without needing a roof or electrician.

The company’s return policy outlines simple procedures for returns and refunds.