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How to Prepare Your Solar System for Winter Weather

October 19, 2022

Whether you live in a warmer climate where cold weather is touch and go, or you are used to freezing…

How to Get More Value Out of Your Solar System

October 13, 2022

While generating power from the sun is without cost, the technology behind this process is not. The reality is solar…

How Does the Degradation Rate of Solar Panels Impact Your Savings Potential?

August 17, 2022

While the word “degradation” may sound negative, it shouldn’t deter you from saving thousands of dollars over the lifetime of…

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Why Does SunPower Have the Most Comprehensive Warranty in the Business?

July 18, 2022

A typical SunPower by Solar Technologies solar installation generates low-cost, environmentally friendly power for 25 to 30 years or more,…

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Are Critter Guards Really Necessary? Consider These Four Solar Enhancements.

June 17, 2022

When it comes to installing a new solar system, most homeowners simply think about only buying the actual solar panels.…

The Top 3 Things to Look for in Solar Panels

May 17, 2022

It’s no secret that there are a lot of solar panels on the market. Many promise different results from lower…

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Why Should You Get a Custom Solar Quote With SunPower by Solar Technologies?

April 4, 2022

More than 380,000 homeowners have already turned to SunPower for solar solutions. Here at Solar Technologies, we’ve helped more than…

SunPower Home Solar Warranty Protects Your Investment

March 13, 2021

Putting solar panels on your roof is not only about saving money with clean energy. You’re making a major home…

SunPower’s New Path Ensures Customers Continue to Come First

January 3, 2020

SunPower’s New Path Ensures Customers Continue to Come First SunPower, our solar panel provider, recently announced that it is separating…

Solar at a Megawatt a Minute

December 27, 2019

Solar at a Megawatt a Minute When we introduced Instant Design at Google Next ’19 in San Francisco, we wanted…

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5 Facts About Solar That Make Sense

By Solar Technologies | May 6, 2019

5 Facts About Solar That Make Sense Five reasons to consider going solar now. Interested? Check out our solar calculator to find out how much you can save. Learn more about solar in these Solar Technologies Blog posts: Solar Technologies Customers Share Why They Went Solar A Quick Guide to Going Solar Finding Solar Installation Company…

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Home Solar Plus Storage

By Solar Technologies | May 3, 2019

Home Solar Plus Storage There has never been a better time to consider solar. Advancements in solar technology have made it more affordable, and advancements in battery technologies are giving customers greater energy independence. We’re happy to announce that, in select U.S. markets, the Solar Technologies home solar energy system can now be paired with…

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A Quick Guide to Solar Storage Batteries

By Solar Technologies | May 1, 2019

A Quick Guide to Solar Storage Batteries In select U.S. markets the Solar Technologies home solar energy system can now be paired with industry leading solar battery storage providers such as Sonnen or Tesla. Read this accompanying blog post to learn more about how home storage batteries work and check out this easy-to-understand infographic. Visit Solar…

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How sustainability in business can improve your brand reputation—and bottom line

By Solar Technologies | April 26, 2019

How sustainability in business can improve your brand reputation—and bottom line There’s an adage that claims, “You don’t own your brand. Your customers do.” That’s because each interaction a customer has with your company’s employees, stores or website contributes to how they perceive your brand. In turn, that perception goes a long way in shaping…

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Millennials look beyond profit toward a more sustainable future

By Solar Technologies | April 23, 2019

Millennials look beyond profit toward a more sustainable future Traditionally, companies have pointed to a positive bottom line as a benchmark of success, but a new wave of entrepreneurs may be changing that equation by factoring social and environmental measures into a triple bottom line.  Companies and organizations are increasingly adopting sustainable business practices to…

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Medical Facilities Take a Healthy Interest in Solar

By Solar Technologies | April 21, 2019

Solar energy is a natural fit for healthcare organizations — and not just because solar reduces air pollution and makes the world a cleaner, healthier place. For starters, did you know that healthcare facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, urgent care clinics and medical practices are the fourth largest commercial building energy consumers in the…

Go beyond Bike-to-Work Day: 3 easy ways to encourage biking to work for the benefit of your business

By Solar Technologies | April 18, 2019

Go beyond Bike-to-Work Day: 3 easy ways to encourage biking to work for the benefit of your business Bike-to-Work Day is just one day a year. And for that one day a year, at least, everyone can agree—biking to work is a great idea. But, you know what? It’s pretty fantastic the other 364 days,…

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Best Commercial Solar Installation Options

By Solar Technologies | April 16, 2019

Best Commercial Solar Installation: Intelligent and Elegant When Joseph Fragoso contacted a local SunPower provider, he needed to solve a problem that’s typical for our agricultural solar customers. His Mid Summer Farms in Hanford, Calif., had enough land for a photovoltaic (PV) solar system —190 acres – but most of that land was spoken for.…

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Is My House a Good Candidate for Solar?

By Solar Technologies | April 9, 2019

Is My House a Good Candidate for Solar? If you’re thinking about going solar, you’re probably wondering: Is solar cost effective? Is my roof suitable for solar panels? Will solar energy generate enough electricity to power my home? Who makes the best solar panels? But first, it’s important to explore if solar panels for your home make…

Go Green for Earth Month & Save Money

By Solar Technologies | April 7, 2019

Go Green for Earth Month & Save Money Earth Month is around the corner, and it’s a reminder of us how important it is to live a greener lifestyle  — not just in April but all year long. Accomplishing this doesn’t have to be difficult AND living greener can help save homeowners money. Here are some tips…