Congress Extends Tax Credit That Can Offset the Cost of Solar

Congress recently provided a big ray of sunshine to homeowners who plan to start using solar energy. Lawmakers extended the deadline for the federal solar investment tax credit (ITC), one of the most important policy drivers for solar power in the United States. The ITC has enabled owners of residential, commercial and utility-scale solar projects to

By |2021-08-09T05:45:42+00:00March 26th, 2021|Solar News|Comments Off on Congress Extends Tax Credit That Can Offset the Cost of Solar

Remote Working with Solar Power

With a “Stay at Home” directive in place or not, more companies are realizing a benefit by their workers working from home either full or part time.   There are many reasons for this: Transportation costs – both monetarily and mental – are reduced Commercial Real Estate costs – desk space, computer capacity, parking – can

By |2021-08-09T05:46:12+00:00March 12th, 2021|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Remote Working with Solar Power

How Can You Save Energy While Working from Home?

Just like that, millions of Americans are suddenly working—and teaching—from home. And for many of those newly home-bound families, there's an unexpected expense awaiting in the wings— a higher energy bill . Working from home often means your heater or air conditioner—either of which can account for up to half of an electric bill—is pumping out more

By |2021-08-09T05:46:37+00:00February 25th, 2021|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on How Can You Save Energy While Working from Home?

Solar Industry Trends in 2021

In 2019, the highest number of total solar installations smashed previous records, leading experts to project another big year for the solar industry in 2020. But we all know what happened next. Despite the year’s setbacks, solar power has remained resilient inspiring a hopeful outlook for the year ahead. Below are 5 projections SunPower has identified

By |2021-08-09T05:47:00+00:00February 12th, 2021|Solar News|Comments Off on Solar Industry Trends in 2021

How Much Power Can Solar Energy Generate on a Cloudy Day?

Clouds gather. The sky grows dark. A solar homeowner may naturally wonder: How much energy can my solar system generate during a cloudy day? While of course solar panels need sunlight to produce energy, it’s important to learn how cloudy conditions can affect the efficiency of solar energy generation and how factors such as partial

By |2021-08-09T05:47:24+00:00January 15th, 2021|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on How Much Power Can Solar Energy Generate on a Cloudy Day?

Is My Roof Good For Solar? The Questions Behind The Question

If you’re considering a rooftop solar installation, chances are you’ve already done some research about the many benefits of commercial solar power—beyond lower energy costs. But before you can take advantage of any available tax incentives, green credits or net metering options, you need to know if your building can actually support the solar equipment you’re considering. To best answer,

By |2021-08-09T05:47:44+00:00January 1st, 2021|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Is My Roof Good For Solar? The Questions Behind The Question

Easy DIY Tips on How to Clean Solar Panels

So, you decided to get a solar system and join the ranks of thousands of world changers. First of all, congratulations! You are helping reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses that harm the environment. Even better, becoming a freedom chaser by embracing clean energy with solar power is a great feeling. But now what? How do

By |2021-08-09T05:48:02+00:00November 20th, 2020|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Easy DIY Tips on How to Clean Solar Panels

Solar Can Boost Your Home’s Value

CNBC’s Power The Future released a new study, based on Zillow data; how much solar adds to the resale value of a home. Whenever a study like this hits the press, it’s all the buzz in the solar industry. Of all the financial benefits gained from going solar, how much a solar energy system adds

By |2021-08-09T05:48:53+00:00October 23rd, 2020|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Solar Can Boost Your Home’s Value

How a Solar Battery Works During a Blackout

Flashlight batteries and cases of water are selling out, and gas tanks are being filled as worried residents try to picture their lives in the dark for what could potentially be days. But there is an alternative. Home and business owners who make their own energy from the sun and store it in a solar

By |2021-08-09T05:49:12+00:00October 16th, 2020|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on How a Solar Battery Works During a Blackout

5 Ways to a More Energy Efficient Home

When it comes to purchasing a home, one of the first things most buyers look into is the home’s energy efficiency. Rising utility rates and weather trends often make this an important factor when trying to find the right place to settle. Not only is efficiency important when a house goes on the market, it

By |2021-08-09T07:39:22+00:00October 2nd, 2020|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on 5 Ways to a More Energy Efficient Home
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