Lexi Crilley, Author at Planet Detroit

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Rooftop solar panel installation

VOICES: Why solar still makes sense

by Lexi Crilley February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

The payback period for solar panels has dropped to approximately 10 years across the U.S., says the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association’s Lexi Crilley.

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