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Understanding PG&E Avoided Cost Rates and Their Impact on Bay Area Solar Customers
If you’re a Bay Area homeowner considering solar energy, understanding PG&E’s avoided cost rates is crucial. These rates play a…
15 Ways to Conserve Energy and Reduce Your Electric Bill
In the Golden State of California, full of sunshine and warm weather, homeowners are always on the lookout for ways…
What is a Solar Array?
In the world of renewable energy, solar power shines brightly as a sustainable alternative, leading the charge towards a greener…
Benefits and Drawbacks of Solar Energy for California Homeowners
In today’s environmentally-conscious times, solar energy shines as a top renewable solution, providing many benefits to the environment. With rising…
PG&E Requests a 22% Rate Hike: What California Homeowners Need to Know
On October 18, 2023, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) approached state regulators with a proposal for a staggering 22% rate…
Avoid Solar Scams: 6 Red Flags When Getting Solar Quotes
The transition to solar energy isn’t just a trend; it’s a significant movement towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.…
Powerwall 3: What to Expect
Tesla’s Powerwall 3 will be available in 2024 as the newest in their energy storage system lineup, promising to elevate…
Why Battery Storage is Essential with PG&E’s Net Billing Tariff (NEM 3.0)
When first established, Net Energy Metering (NEM) was a game changer for California residents interested in making the switch to…
Maximize Your Energy Efficiency With a Home Energy Audit
You might wonder what value there really is in conducting a home energy audit and if it’s worth exploring for…
Tesla Powerwall Or Generator – Which One Is Better?
With an increasing number of power outages in California, homeowners want more reliable backup power. Tesla Powerwall and traditional gas-powered…
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How Long Will A Backup Battery Power My Home During An Outage?
As power outages, heat waves and wildfires continue to impact California every year, it’s important to know how long a backup battery will power your essential appliances. Depending on the severity of the situation, homeowners can be without power for hours or even days. A high-quality home battery can provide enough power to keep your…
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 owners. Many corporations with massive manufacturing facilities have expansive, flat roof space that’s perfect for generating clean, affordable solar energy. Let’s take a look at the benefits of installing commercial solar panels for businesses and…
A Technical Review Of The SunPower SunVault Storage Solution
The SunPower SunVault battery storage solution allows you to gain more control over your home energy usage and protect against power outages, blackouts and more. By storing excess solar power during the day for use at night or during peak hours, the home battery can also act as a backup power source in case of…
The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Explained
Solar energy is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country, but many people aren’t aware of the tax credits and deductions they qualify for that can help offset their costs when installing panels. If you are familiar with the tax credit, you may be wondering where it stands today, what you are eligible for,…
Do I Need a New Roof to Go Solar?
(And More Important Questions to Ask Your Solar Installer) Solar power is on the rise, and for good reason. Installing solar panels on your home is a great way to save money and help protect the environment from harmful carbon emissions. Here are five questions that will help you decide whether or not making the…
Review The Technical Details Of A Tesla Powerwall
Described as a “rechargeable lithium ion battery with liquid thermal control,” the Tesla Powerwall is a battery for home energy storage. The first Powerwall was launched in April 2015 and updated models—Powerwall 2.0—were announced in October 2016 and November 2020, respectively. With the recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, many homeowners are interested in…
What’s the Best Orientation and Angle to Install My Solar Panels?
If you’re thinking about installing solar panels on your roof, you might be surprised at how many variables can affect the performance of your panels. While various factors can make a roof more or less compatible for solar, other factors have a minimal impact on the overall solar energy production. Two of the main roof…
An Overview Of SunVault Storage: SunPower’s Home Battery Solution
SunPower is well-known for its top-notch solar panels that help you save money on your utility bills and reduce fossil fuels to help the environment. The SunPower SunVault battery storage system adds another layer of savings as well as backup power outage protection when you need it most. SunVault storage pairs perfectly with your SunPower…
Top 4 Differences Between Microinverters & Power Optimizers
Inverters are an important part of any solar panel system. Your panels convert sunlight into electricity and inverters allow you to use that electricity to power your home or business. If you’re thinking about going solar, it’s important to understand the differences between microinverters and power optimizers. Both options are available for photovoltaic (PV) systems…
Can You Go Off-Grid With SunVault Home Battery Storage?
With an increasing number of power outages across the U.S. and devastating wildfires in California causing blackouts, millions of homeowners were left without power over the past year. According to a report released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), U.S. electricity customers experienced more than eight hours of power interruptions in 2022, the most…