1. Close your eyes and think of life in Arizona—what springs to mind right away? Chances are if you didn’t think of cacti, mountains, or roadrunners, one of the first things you thought of was the heat. The sun’s rays beat down on the Southwest day after day, resulting in some of the warmest temperatures around the country. But the sun doesn’t just bring warmth—it brings energy. That’s why it should come as no surprise to learn that Arizona is one of the states that has most embraced the potential of solar energy. If you’re mulling over the possibility of going solar in your home or business, you may be wondering whether the industry has a promising future. In fact, most of the signs suggest that solar is a trend that’s here to stay.

5. Where Arizona’s Solar Industry Stands Today