APsystems Brings EZ1 Plug-In Microinverter to U.S. Solar Market | The Pitch

Plug-in solar — also called balcony solar — has become a growing trend in the United States, with several states considering or already passing laws to allow the technology. After gaining a foothold in Europe, this DIY solar technology is seeing increased interest in the U.S. market. Aimed primarily at people living in apartments or other dwellings where rooftop solar may not be feasible, plug-in solar products allow residents to easily install solar panels on their balcony or deck. APsystems has been active in this space in Europe, and now the company has brought its EZ1 Plug-In Microinverter to the U.S. market to meet this growing demand. Here to make The Pitch is Doug Hewitt, U.S. country director at APsystems. 00:47 Explaining the global plug-in solar market 01:37 Current trends in the U.S. market 02:55 Overview of the EZ1 Plug-In Microinverter 04:10 Installing the EZ1 and what to know 05:39 Benefits for solar installers 07:10 The future of plug-in solar in the United States 09:40 DIY aspects of plug-in solar 10:25 U.S. growth potential of plug-in solar