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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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Installing Commercial Solar: What to expect from your utility—and how your solar company will help you out

May 13, 2019

If your business is going solar, you’re automatically launching two long-term business partnerships. The first will be with the solar company…

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The ever-evolving benefits of commercial solar adoption

May 11, 2018

In the not-so-distant past, the main benefit of commercial solar adoption was rooted in affecting environmental change. Early photovoltaic (PV)…

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The 4 phases of a commercial solar panel installation

April 2, 2018

When you’re first investigating the possibility of implementing a commercial solar installation, the future looks bright. It’s exciting to think…

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The real financial benefits of commercial solar

March 14, 2018

If you’ve been wary about the financial impact of going solar, you’ll be glad to know that it’s never been…

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Solar Power Plant O&M: Robots Offer Smarter Way to Protect and Enhance Your Investment

By p15 | January 4, 2018

Cleaning solar panels installed at large-scale solar plants in arid regions of the world is generally considered a necessary evil. Operators must clean the panels to meet energy production goals, but cleaning requires precious O&M resources in terms of increased labor, water and other costs. As a result, the number of cleanings is minimized to…

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Solar power – The best way to use natural resources

By p15 | January 1, 2018

Solar power – The best way to use natural resources Solar power is one of the fastest growing inventions and many products are still being designed with the use of this technology. You don’t only save on electricity bills but are indirectly helping to save the environment. Here are some of the benefits to using…

How to determine the right method for funding commercial solar projects

By p15 | December 26, 2017

BUSINESS BRIEF Let’s face it. Going solar can be complicated. With several ways to pay, and each with its own advantages and disadvantages, it can be difficult to know what’s right for your organization. This guide to solar financing should get you pointed in the right direction by exploring some basic questions.  Should you own…

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Unique Solar House is a Bridge Over Water

By p15 | December 19, 2017

Los Angeles commercial and residential architect Dan Brunn has had a banner year. The recipient of multiple awards, including an honor for Interior Design’s Best of the Year, Brunn’s work is garnering industry accolades. With a successful 2017 coming to an end, he’s facing his biggest challenge to date: Designing and building his own green home. Brunn’s home…

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State-by-state: A definitive list of solar policy resources

By p15 | December 16, 2017

If your organization isn’t located in one of the more obvious top solar states, fear not. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) publishes a useful state-by-state list that details each state’s solar policies to help you make informed decisions about your own company’s renewable energy use. This is a great page to bookmark to keep track of…

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Top Companies Choosing Solar Technologies Solar Carports

By p15 | December 14, 2017

Are you thinking of installing photovoltaic (PV) solar panels to save your company or organization money? You’ve got three basic choices when choosing a commercial solar system: ground-mounted solar, a rooftop solar system, or a solar carport. Currently, solar carports are becoming a popular option for businesses, schools and other organizations because they offer a number of other…

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Solar panel warranties vs. system performance guarantees: apples and oranges

By p15 | December 11, 2017

Since commercial solar panels are a significant and long-term investment, your organization’s stakeholders will want to know that their investment will be protected. This typically happens through some kind of solar panel warranty or solar production guarantee (also called a performance guarantee)—or a combination of these. Solar warranties and guarantees mitigate the risk of faulty equipment,…

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Solar Design Center | Question and Answer

By p15 | December 9, 2017

Q: What is a Solar Design Center and how does it make buying with Solar Technologies an easier experience when shopping for home solar? A: A Solar Technologies Design Center is a neutral, relaxing and warm environment where our professional team of consultants can discuss and demonstrate the concept of solar.  The design center provides a…

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The 5 Most Asked Solar Questions We Get From Business Owners

By p15 | December 6, 2017

FAQ You’re thinking about going solar. But you don’t know what you don’t know. So, what are the most common questions businesses ask when exploring the benefits of solar? 1. Why should I spend time or money on solar right now? A: Solar Technologies’ research reveals three primary reasons organizations choose to invest in a solar strategy:…

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How Much Do Solar Panels Cost?

By p15 | December 4, 2017

Estimating How Much Home Solar Panels Cost One of the first questions someone interested in solar asks is, “How much  do solar panels cost?” The answer is often given in terms of “watts installed” rather than by how much the actual solar panels themselves cost. This is because different manufacturers’ panel wattages and system configurations…