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Make power. Buy less.

Plug-in solar lets you generate your own electricity from a balcony, patio, backyard, or other sunny space—without a traditional rooftop solar project.

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PLUG-IN SOLAR, SIMPLIFIED

Solar shouldn’t require a construction project.

Traditional rooftop solar can mean permits, contractors, financing, and weeks of planning. Plug-in solar is designed to be different: a small, certified system that lets you generate electricity from the sunny space you already have.

Put it in the sun

Place the panels on a balcony, patio, backyard, or other sunny space.

Plug it in

Connect the certified system according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Use your solar

Your home uses the solar electricity first, reducing how much power you buy from the utility.

BUILT FOR MORE PEOPLE

Solar for the people traditional solar leaves out.

Apartment & Renters

No roof ownership? Plug-in solar could give renters a way to generate some of their own electricity from a balcony or patio, subject to property rules and product requirements.

Condos & Townhomes

Own your home but not the roof? Small-scale solar can create another option when traditional rooftop solar is impractical.

Homeowners

Want solar without a full rooftop project? Start smaller with a system designed for patios, yards, balconies, and other sunny spaces.

PLUG-IN SOLAR ACROSS AMERICA

A new kind of solar is spreading across the country.

States across the U.S. are creating new rules for small plug-in solar systems. Some have already enacted laws, while others are moving legislation forward. TUF is tracking the changes so customers can understand when and where qualifying systems can be used.

LAW ENACTED

Colorado
Connecticut
Maine
Maryland
New Hampshire
Utah
Vermont
Virginia

PASSED LEGISLATURE

New York
New Jersey

MOVING FORWARD

California
More states to come

State requirements and effective dates vary. TUF will keep this list updated as laws and regulations change.

CALIFORNIA IS GETTING READY

Plug-in solar could soon be a reality in California.

California’s SB 868 would create a simpler path for qualifying plug-in solar systems. TUF is being built now so we can be ready with compliant systems, clear guidance, and California-focused support when the rules are finalized.

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QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Plug-in solar, without the confusion.

What is plug-in solar?

Plug-in solar is a small photovoltaic system designed to generate electricity for use inside your home without a traditional rooftop solar installation. Qualifying systems connect according to specific product and state requirements.

Is plug-in solar legal where I live?

It depends on your state. Several states have already enacted plug-in solar laws, while others are considering legislation. TUF tracks these changes and will only offer systems where and when applicable requirements can be met.

How much power can a plug-in solar system produce?

System limits vary by state and product. TUF plans to offer different system sizes so customers can choose an option that fits their available space, electricity use, and local requirements.

Can renters use plug-in solar?

Potentially. Plug-in solar can make solar accessible to renters, but lease terms, landlord approval, HOA rules, mounting restrictions, and state requirements may still apply.

Will it work during a power outage?

Not necessarily. Standard grid-connected solar systems generally shut down during an outage for safety. Systems with compatible battery storage may offer additional backup capabilities depending on their design.

Can I add a battery?

Yes. Compatible battery storage can allow you to save solar energy for later use rather than using all of it as it is produced. TUF plans to offer solar-plus-storage options as compatible products become available.

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