Catherine Lane

Solar Industry Expert

Expertise:

Solar panels | Solar batteries | Solar policy

About Catherine Lane

Catherine has been researching and reporting on the solar industry for five years and is the Written Content Manager at SolarReviews. She leads a dynamic team in producing informative and engaging content on residential solar to help homeowners make informed decisions about investing in solar panels.

Catherine’s expertise has garnered attention from leading industry publications, with her work being featured in Solar Today Magazine and Solar Industry Magazine. Her insights have also been cited by outlets, including Forbes and Bloomberg, solidifying her reputation as a go-to source for reliable information on solar technology and sustainability.

Before joining SolarReviews, Catherine worked as an assistant project manager at an engineering firm, where she researched, inspected, and analyzed environmental remediation, indoor health, and construction cost claims. This experience gave Catherine a practical understanding of the unique challenges faced by the environmental and construction sectors.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from Ramapo College of New Jersey, has completed Solar Energy International’s PV 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation training course, and is OSHA certified.

Articles by Catherine Lane

NeoVolta: Is this new solar battery brand here to stay?

NeoVolta is a solar battery manufacturing startup that produces safe, high performance batteries at a reasonable price. Are they right for your home?

Written by Catherine Lane

NeoVolta: Is this new solar battery brand here to stay?
The complete review of REC solar panels for 2025

REC is a top-tier solar panel manufacturer that pioneered half-cut cell technology, which increases the energy output and efficiency of their solar panels.

Written by Catherine Lane

The complete review of REC solar panels for 2025
Solar PPAs: Everything you need to know

A breakdown of solar PPAs, including how they work, how much you save - and if a PPA is the right choice for installing solar on your home.

Written by Catherine Lane

Solar PPAs: Everything you need to know
Expert Tesla Solar Panels Review: Are They Worth It?

A solar expert’s complete review of whether Tesla solar panels are worth it and if the low prices are too good to be true.

Written by Catherine Lane

Expert Tesla Solar Panels Review: Are They Worth It?
New Yorkers’ guide to going solar with Con Edison

Everything homeowners need to know about going solar as a Con Edison customer.

Written by Catherine Lane

New Yorkers’ guide to going solar with Con Edison
Kentucky net metering changes: Is coal stifling the sun?

KY just passed a bill that replaces full retail net metering with a lower compensation rate for solar customers. How will this affect their savings?

Written by Catherine Lane

Kentucky net metering changes: Is coal stifling the sun?