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Understanding PG&E Avoided Cost Rates and Their Impact on Bay Area Solar Customers

October 10, 2024

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

December 11, 2023

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?

December 2, 2023

In the world of renewable energy, solar power shines brightly as a sustainable alternative, leading the charge towards a greener…

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Benefits and Drawbacks of Solar Energy for California Homeowners

November 3, 2023

In today’s environmentally-conscious times, solar energy shines as a top renewable solution, providing many benefits to the environment. With rising…

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PG&E Requests a 22% Rate Hike: What California Homeowners Need to Know

October 25, 2023

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

October 18, 2023

The transition to solar energy isn’t just a trend; it’s a significant movement towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.…

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Powerwall 3: What to Expect

October 13, 2023

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)

October 10, 2023

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

October 8, 2023

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?

October 5, 2023

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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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…

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5 Misconceptions about the effects of weather on solar panels

By Solar Technologies | April 4, 2019

If you hail from the Mid-Atlantic region, home of the dreaded Nor’easter, you’ve probably wondered about the effects of extreme weather on solar panels. Makes sense—Nor’easters are not just storms. These radical weather events occur when the southbound polar jet stream meets the warm air from the oceanic Gulf Stream. It’s usually a violent occurrence.…

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Big business takes lead in corporate renewable energy boom

By Solar Technologies | April 1, 2019

A growing number of Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies are committing to corporate sustainability goals—leading to an upsurge of renewable energy in business. In a wide-ranging examination of the subject published by Greentech Media, large corporations in the U.S. are reportedly poised to be the most powerful advocates for clean energy on both a state…

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9 Questions To Ask Potential Commercial Solar System Providers

By Solar Technologies | March 30, 2019

When you start considering something totally new and different for your business, like purchasing commercial solar systems and panels, you might not be sure where to start. What questions should you be asking? Who should you ask? How do you know if the answers you get are accurate, complete and unbiased? In other words, as…

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8 Things Sustainable Businesses Care About

By Solar Technologies | March 27, 2019

8 Things Sustainable Businesses Care About If you’ve wondered “What is sustainability?” when it comes to business, this infographic can help. It shows eight of the most common things companies focus on when they implement sustainable business practices. Business and sustainability can coexist. And businesses are finding that by focusing on corporate responsibility, they can…

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More Auto Dealerships Choosing Solar Energy

By Solar Technologies | March 25, 2019

More Auto Dealerships Choosing Solar Energy Auto dealerships may not pop to mind first when you think of a business type that’s likely to rely on renewable energy. But it turns out that solar is a natural fit for this type of enterprise. In fact, many dealerships have discovered that photovoltaic (PV) solar systems can…

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Get Longer Solar Panel Lifespan With SunPower

By Solar Technologies | March 22, 2019

Get Longer Solar Panel Lifespan With SunPower Wondering how long solar panels last? Solar panel life expectancy relies on the solar cells inside. In this solar cell comparison video, we line up a SunPower® cell against a conventional cell to test which breaks first under stress. If you want a longer solar panel lifespan, choose SunPower.  …

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SunPower Helps U.S. Military Double Down on Renewable Energy

By Solar Technologies | March 20, 2019

We want to salute the many branches of our armed forces that are embracing renewable energy to increase autonomy and reduce costs. U.S. Department of Defense, the single largest energy consumer in the world, has embraced clean energy sources in recent years, doubling its renewable power generation between 2011 and 2015. That means the military is…

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Choose Solar Technologies and Start Saving

By Solar Technologies | March 17, 2019

Choose Solar Technologies and Start Saving Choose Solar Technologies and enjoy the innumerable advantages of going solar. Solar Technologies is a company which over the years has helped customers with the very best solar equipment installation and support services. Their residential solar panels are of superior quality greater solar savings. With solar power system, you…