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Solar Energy Continues to Shift Auto Industry
More U.S. car dealers are installing solar energy systems to power a good portion of their entire operations and save…
What is green building? Explaining eco-friendly construction
What is green building? Simply put, it’s the environmentally-conscious construction (and operation) of buildings. For many good reasons, construction using…
10 simple ways to reduce business energy costs
10 simple ways to reduce business energy costs You might not think much about paying your electric bill every month.…
Funding Commercial Solar Projects
Funding commercial solar projects: How to get that photovoltaic new car smell Not so long ago your choice for financing…
Millennials look beyond profit toward a more sustainable future
Millennials look beyond profit toward a more sustainable future Traditionally, companies have pointed to a positive bottom line as a…
Go beyond Bike-to-Work Day: 3 easy ways to encourage biking to work for the benefit of your business
Go beyond Bike-to-Work Day: 3 easy ways to encourage biking to work for the benefit of your business Bike-to-Work Day…
Go Green for Earth Month & Save Money
Go Green for Earth Month & Save Money Earth Month is around the corner, and it’s a reminder of us how important…
Big business takes lead in corporate renewable energy boom
A growing number of Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies are committing to corporate sustainability goals—leading to an upsurge of…
9 Questions To Ask Potential Commercial Solar System Providers
When you start considering something totally new and different for your business, like purchasing commercial solar systems and panels, you…
8 Things Sustainable Businesses Care About
8 Things Sustainable Businesses Care About If you’ve wondered “What is sustainability?” when it comes to business, this infographic can…
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Five-Step Guide to How Solar Panels Are Installed
While solar panel installation has become simpler over the years, it’s certainly not a typical DIY process. Even a qualified electrician needs solar installation training on a roof and must become familiar with local permitting and fire code requirements to complete a safe and reliable installation. Step 1: Find a Solar Installer and Get an…
What you might not know about commercial solar panel systems
According to this Energy.gov article, 173,000 terawatts (TW) of free solar energy is striking the Earth all day, every day. Need a little real-world context to wrap your head around that number? That’s more than 10,000 times the world’s total energy use. If you’re considering commercial photovoltaic (PV) panels, you should be seeing dollar signs right about now—especially since just…
SunPower Solar Warranty FAQs
Our Solar Technologies Complete Confidence Warranty. Today, we answer all of your questions about the industry’s best solar warranty. Q. What’s the advantage of a single warranty on the whole system all from one manufacturer? A. A working solar system is composed of many components that work together to turn sunlight into usable power for your home. When you buy…
Wondering how to pay for solar? The EPA has 7 ideas for your school
Many colleges and universities have embraced solar power to help achieve their sustainability goals, climate action plans and renewable energy targets. This movement has been driven primarily by student demand, rising awareness among institutions that fiscal and environmental responsibility go hand-in-hand, and the understanding that addressing climate change is a critical part of an educational institution’s…
How to Buy Solar Panels: FAQs About Solar Financing
Many homeowners who are interested in going solar aren’t sure whether they can afford it and may not be aware that there are several ways to finance a new home solar system. In the past, purchasing a home solar system might have required a full, upfront payment or a home equity loan. But these days there…
College campuses may lead 100% renewable energy transition
Universities and colleges can play a crucial role in the transition to power the U.S. with 100% renewable energy, according to a report highlighted in a recent Solar Industry article. Hundreds of schools nationwide have adopted campus sustainability plans with carbon neutrality targets—and the best way to reach those is by setting renewable energy goals, according to the…
Solar Technologies Joins New U.S. Solar Panel Recycling Program
As world leaders and clean energy innovators work to address climate change, it’s no longer enough for us to simply do less: to drive less, buy less and discard less. Rather it’s up to us to do more: to go above and beyond to effect lasting, positive change for the health of our planet and…
Schools and car dealerships could cut energy use by over 40%—others not far behind
If enough US organizations properly used existing building management systems intended to improve energy efficiency, the reduced power consumption could equal the amount of electricity used by 12 to 15 million Americans—according to a recent article published by Clean Technica. A study cited in the piece says that while most large commercial facilities are already equipped with automation systems to control energy…
Beautiful Green Homes Designed With Solar
Whether you’re building a new environmentally sustainable solar-powered home or making your existing abode more energy efficient, we recognize the importance of curb appeal. That’s why Solar Technologies takes a fundamentally different approach to how we design and engineer complete solar energy solutions. Even with 70 percent fewer visible parts,1 our solar systems deliver 70 percent more…
What’s the best renewable energy for you?
You want your company to use renewable energy, but you don’t have a clue about your options or how to weigh them. Don’t worry. It’s an increasingly common challenge as renewables gain in popularity. There are seven main types of commercial renewable energy. All of them reinforce sustainable business practices, but—just like fossil fuels—all of them come with unique…