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Solar Renewable Energy Credits in California
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
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
Unlock Extra Benefits for Your Commercial Solar Energy Project Are you considering a solar energy project for your business? The…
Commercial Solar Panels: Costs & Benefits
Introduction As the world increasingly shifts its focus towards sustainable energy solutions, commercial solar panels are becoming a pivotal component…
Solar Energy for Schools: The Benefits and How to Get Started
Solar energy is not just a solution for homeowners and businesses, it’s also a powerful resource for schools. From K-12…
Is Solar Right for Your Business? Be Prepared for These 7 Questions
If you’re a business owner who’s ready to start saving on monthly utility bills with clean energy, it’s helpful to…
Why Your Business Should Revisit Its Sustainability Strategy
As the business landscape continues to evolve, companies of all sizes recognize the importance of including sustainability into their operations.…
Evaluating Commercial Solar ROI, Payback, IRR, and NPV
The amount your business can save over the 25 to 30-year lifetime of a commercial solar system depends on many…
Commercial Solar Panels: Benefits, Costs and Incentives
Commercial solar panel systems can be installed on rooftops, carports and as ground-mounted systems to provide many benefits for property…
Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy
Ever wondered what the two most common reasons are for home and business owners to go solar? The first is…
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Infographic: Solar Technologies a Leader in Solar Energy Sustainability
Solar produces clean energy, but Solar Technologies by SunPower does more. We raise the bar for environmental and social responsibility by thoughtfully considering our products’ entire lifecycle and our interactions with our employees, customers and communities around the world. Today we release our latest sustainability report titled “Powering a Brighter Tomorrow: Our Progress Toward a Circular Economy in…
Find Your Perfect Solar Match.
The quality of the solar installer and equipment you select will directly affect your long-term savings and the solar system’s reliability. Picking the right combination and you’ll be setup for decades of success. Do Your Homework – Make sure you’re getting the best equipment and service from a trusted company. Look for a company with excellent…
How Long Does a Commercial Solar Panel Warranty Last?
How long do commercial solar panels typically last before requiring maintenance? What measures can be taken to prevent malfunction? Whether your business currently utilizes commercial solar panels or is considering making the switch to solar technology, this article by Solar Power World will give you a helpful rundown on standard solar panel warranty policy. Anticipating…
GET YOUR SOLAR PANEL LOAN WHILE IT’S HOT.
Solar Technologies, a Bay Area leader in solar panel systems, has announced today a new array of solar panel loan purchasing options for homeowners regardless of their budget or credit history. These include: easy cash purchases, solar leases, PACE (property assessed clean energy), solar loans at competitive rates. “Cash purchases deliver the greatest long-term savings…
Solar Loan Rates: Big Savings, Zero Down.
There has never been a better time for homeowners to go solar and take advantage of amazing solar loan rates. But with solar tax credits set to expire, that opportunity could slip away. Fortunately, Solar Technologies offers an array of purchasing options for homeowners regardless of their budget or credit history. These include: easy cash…
Suffering From Tax Due Blues?
Tax Day has been responsible for making grown men weep, corporations crumble, and if evaded, can even land you in prison. Yikes. Make 2017 the year that you save big on taxes by switch to solar! You’ll not only reduce your carbon footprint, increase the value of your home or business, save on monthly utilities bills…
The Key Components of a Commercial Solar Panel Warranty
Warranties are like spare tires: you never think about them until you really, really need them. But in the case of a commercial solar panel warranty, it’s definitely worth your time to dig into the details of what’s covered, for how long, and how likely it is you’ll use it—before making your purchase decision. What…
So Many Solar Incentives.
With so many solar financial and environmental incentives there never has been a better time to invest in solar panels for your home or business. Financial Incentives When you switch to Solar most homeowners qualify for a 30% Tax Credit and for business owners this can go up to an impressive 70% back in Solar Tax Incentives. Less money…
Why solar industry leaders should support solar advocacy
Solar Technologies, a Bay Area leader in solar panel installations, is proud to support local advocacy to bring solar to the mainstream in California. We’re starting with Vote Solar, an Oakland-based nonprofit that works across the country advocating for solar policies and programs at the state-level. Vote Solar’s mission is to protect and expand solar…
Five Facts About Sustainable Solar Energy
Last year solar was the No. 1 source of new electricity generation ahead of natural gas and coal, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and GTM Research. In 2016 alone, the U.S. increased its solar (PV) installations by 95 percent, the highest growth rate on record. While it’s exciting to see the growth…