Yes, a solar generator can power a house—depending on its size, your energy demands, and how it's integrated into your home's electrical system. Many are now turning to an emerging technology gaining traction in Europe: plug-in solar, also known as balcony solar. Plug-in solar systems are small, portable systems that generate electricity and connect directly to a standard household outlet — no installation, no contractor, no roof required. Since 2008, hundreds of thousands of solar panels have been installed across the country as more and more Americans choose solar energy for their daily lives. Trying to save money on your energy bill?If you invest in renewable energy for your home such as solar, wind, geothermal, fuel cells or battery storage technology, you may qualify for an annual residential clean energy tax credit. The Residential Clean Energy Credit equals 30% of the costs of new, qualified clean energy property for your. Community solar allows multiple customers, or “subscribers,” to purchase the output from a single solar photovoltaic array.