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Solar Renewable Energy Credits in California

July 20, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy, Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) have emerged as a powerful tool for…

Understanding the Domestic Content Bonus for Commercial Solar Projects in California

July 18, 2024

What is the Domestic Content Adder?  In May 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS)…

Understanding the Energy Community Bonus for Commercial Solar Projects in California

July 15, 2024

Unlock Extra Benefits for Your Commercial Solar Energy Project Are you considering a solar energy project for your business? The…

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Commercial Solar Panels: Costs & Benefits

May 20, 2024

Introduction As the world increasingly shifts its focus towards sustainable energy solutions, commercial solar panels are becoming a pivotal component…

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Solar Energy for Schools: The Benefits and How to Get Started

June 26, 2023

Solar energy is not just a solution for homeowners and businesses, it’s also a powerful resource for schools. From K-12…

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Is Solar Right for Your Business? Be Prepared for These 7 Questions

March 22, 2023

If you’re a business owner who’s ready to start saving on monthly utility bills with clean energy, it’s helpful to…

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Why Your Business Should Revisit Its Sustainability Strategy

February 20, 2023

As the business landscape continues to evolve, companies of all sizes recognize the importance of including sustainability into their operations.…

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Evaluating Commercial Solar ROI, Payback, IRR, and NPV

October 23, 2022

The amount your business can save over the 25 to 30-year lifetime of a commercial solar system depends on many…

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Commercial Solar Panels: Benefits, Costs and Incentives

October 7, 2022

Commercial solar panel systems can be installed on rooftops, carports and as ground-mounted systems to provide many benefits for property…

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Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy

November 6, 2021

Ever wondered what the two most common reasons are for home and business owners to go solar? The first is…

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Understanding the essential relationship between water and energy production

By p15 | May 4, 2018

“Without enough water, you can’t have power; without enough power, you can’t have water.” The relationship between water and energy production is extremely close and co-dependent. It takes a massive amount of water to generate energy, and it takes a huge quantity of energy to process water that can be utilized by humans for drinking…

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Is fossil fuel divestment at a financial tipping point for energy investors?

By p15 | May 2, 2018

As the cost of renewable energy becomes more competitive with fossil fuel cost, it may be the perfect time for fossil fuel divestment (aka divestiture). An article in The Guardian argues that energy investors could be at a tipping point when it comes to investment in renewables. Historically, the case for corporate sustainability has focused on improving public…

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The net environmental impact of solar power: Is it helping or hurting?

By p15 | April 30, 2018

At the individual installation level, it’s rather obvious that commercial solar energy systems have positive impact on the environment—instead of using electricity generated by fossil fuels, your business utilizes clean, renewable energy from a limitless resource (the sun). But a recent article in The Atlantic takes a step back and evaluates solar as a whole,…

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Hybrid Solar Energy Systems

By Solar Technologies | April 28, 2018

Introduction When researching solar energy power systems, homeowners have two options to consider: on-grid and off-grid solar energy systems. Both of these systems are helpful if you live in a state like California with ample sunlight. But on cloudy days or at night, these systems alone won’t continue to power your home and you’ll need…

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Corporate sustainability is the way to go

By p15 | April 23, 2018

Trying to find ways to hit your corporate sustainability goals and reduce costs at the same time? A recent survey tells us that many of your peers are considering lower-cost renewable energy solutions, such as solar power, to help them to do just that.  With energy costs on the rise, facility managers who want affordable…

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Using sunlight to power your business: The how and why

By p15 | April 21, 2018

How does a solar panel system work? The basic science is simple: light equals energy. But that doesn’t explain how that sphere of hot plasma in the sky is going to power your building.  So let’s start with the basics: how a solar panel system works. Then we’ll talk about all of the ways your…

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Get up and running with commercial solar power

By p15 | April 18, 2018

Step 1: Learn more Become a thought leader on installing solar Understanding the pieces and considerations of a commercial solar installation will help you make the best decision for your company. Learning the basic system components is a good first step: Solar panels – Absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity Inverter – Converts…

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Solar power sees its day in the sun

By p15 | April 16, 2018

Solar power is a great renewable energy source—and it’s also more affordable than you might think. With so many users across the world, solar energy technology continues to become more efficient and cost-effective. According to Jelor Gallego’s article in Futurism, countries such as India and China, among others, are now confidently investing in solar power. From…

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How to help ensure your sustainability efforts pay off

By p15 | April 14, 2018

Although investing in renewable energy and other sustainability efforts can benefit a business in many ways, you may want to make sure it’s the right decision for your company’s bottom line before going ahead.  In an effort to show corporate social responsibility, many investors push for the adoption of business sustainability strategies. But some businesses…

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Solar That’s Tough Enough for NASA is Tough Enough for Your Roof

By p15 | April 13, 2018

Consumers who are considering going solar often ask us if Solar Technologies solar panels can withstand all that Mother Nature might bring to the rooftops of their homes or businesses. We’re glad they’re doing their homework because not all solar is alike. During our company’s 30-year history our collaborations with solar pioneers such as NASA…