Editorial Policy
How Watt Wise researches and publishes content
Our editorial process is built around clarity, practical usefulness, and trust. This page explains how we evaluate products, interpret incentives, and keep articles current.
Editorial mission
Watt Wise publishes practical consumer guidance about clean energy for homes. Our goal is to help readers understand costs, benefits, tradeoffs, and next steps without overselling products or promising savings that are not realistic.
How we research
- We review manufacturer materials, utility tariffs, public filings, and incentive program documentation when relevant.
- We compare products and services based on features, pricing, warranty terms, compatibility, and real-world fit for typical households.
- We prioritize plain-language explanations and concrete numbers over generic marketing claims.
How recommendations are made
We aim to recommend products or approaches that are likely to fit a reader's use case, not simply the most expensive or heavily marketed option. A recommendation can change when pricing shifts, incentives change, or better options become available.
Affiliate relationships and independence
Some articles contain affiliate links, which means Watt Wise may earn a commission if you make a purchase. Affiliate relationships do not control our editorial conclusions, rankings, or opinions. Read our Affiliate Disclosure for more detail.
Content updates
We update time-sensitive articles when material facts change, especially for incentives, electricity rates, product pricing, and policy-driven topics. When an article is updated in a meaningful way, we may show an updated date on the page.
Corrections
If you spot an error or outdated claim, contact us through the contact page. We review correction requests and revise published content when warranted.