Lisa and Joe’s story is one that is becoming increasingly common as people search for ways to take control of their energy costs. Lisa Griifins was already familiar with the financial and environmental benefits of solar energy. With a low electricity bill, solar was an interest but not a priority. Then, utility rates continued rising as did the discomfort of being dependent on BG&E. Lisa and her husband, Joe, purchased an electric vehicle (EV) and while it felt great to be free of gasoline, their electricity bill almost tripled from charging the car.