Most people hear “solar” and picture rooftop panels and a major installation. This episode covers a very different option: portable, plug-in solar that can work for renters and homeowners, without putting panels on your roof.

Host Laurie McCarty is joined by Cora Stryker, co-founder of Bright Saver, to break down plug-in solar in plain English, including what it is, how it works, and why it is an option more people should know about.

In this episode, listeners will learn:

• What plug-in solar is and how it differs from traditional rooftop solar

• Whether portable solar is safe and what proper setup looks like

• What it can realistically power and what expectations to have

• Who plug-in solar is best for, including renters, condo owners, and shaded properties

• Typical cost ranges and common misconceptions about savings

• Where panels can be placed, such as patios, balconies, or backyards

• California regulations, interconnection concerns, and adoption challenges

• What the future of portable solar could look like over the next several years

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