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Does Solar Increase the Value of a Home?

September 26, 2022 | Solar Energy

Does solar increase the value of a home? This guide will break down the short and long term financial implications of installing solar.

California Solar Incentives You Need to Know

September 26, 2022 | Solar Energy

California provides some of the best solar incentives in the country. The California state government continues its commitment to supporting green, renewable energy. As a solar user in California, you are eligible for various financial incentives and credits.

How to Use Solar Panels to Charge An Electric Car

September 26, 2022 | Solar Energy

Electric vehicles seem to be everywhere these days! According to Bloomberg, we’ve now entered the “tipping point” for mass adoption of EVs. Still, the number of public charging stations lags behind, leaving many EV owners inconvenienced when they need to charge their cars. An at-home charger would seem to be the best solution, but high […]

Commercial Solar Systems – Operations & Maintenance (O&M)

April 29, 2022 | Commercial Solar, Solar Energy, Solar Maintenance

Commercial solar PV installations maturing into the post-warranty stage require reliable solar operations and maintenance (O&M) services to ensure the system’s longevity and optimal performance.

How to Choose the Best Solar Battery for Your Home

February 1, 2022 | Residential Solar, Solar Battery Storage, Solar Energy

With the cost of batteries going down and the electric industry upgrading and creating new grid infrastructure, home energy storage systems are very much in demand.

Residential Solar Systems – Maintenance Tips

December 7, 2021 | Residential Solar, Solar Energy, Solar Maintenance

Since solar panels that get proper care can last 25+ years, it pays to take a proactive role in maintaining a residential solar power system through inspections, performance reporting, and remote monitoring.

What Microgrids Are & How They Work

September 5, 2021 | Commercial Solar, Microgrid, Solar Energy

A microgrid is a compressed version of the larger electrical grid that powers our country and supplies our electricity demand. It works in the exact same way, just for a smaller geographic area, like a couple of buildings or a local community.