Family engagement, not just individuals, drives U.S. residential solar adoption

Research shows solar adoption rates rise when households unite around a "solar champion" who guides the family through the decision process, suggesting installers should target entire families rather than individual decision-makers.

First covered Jul 22, 2026 · 5:11 AM PT · 1 article

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6h PV Magazine To sell solar, sell the family, support the champion, and mind the timing — Research suggests that a strong predictor of a household going solar is engagement among the family.

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Appeared in: 2026-07-22 (#8)

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