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Secure Your 30% Solar Tax Credit: A Business Owner’s Guide to Safe Harbor Under IRS Notice 2018-59
As a business owner or commercial property investor, you know timing is everything — and that’s especially true when it…
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…
Proud to be Named SunPower’s “2020 Commercial National Top Producer of the Year”
SunPower held its annual dealer conference this month and Solar Technologies was awarded for having the highest shipment volume of…
The Solar Incentive Tax Credit Was Extended!
It will be time to do your 2020 taxes before you know it, and it’s important to stay abreast of…
How to Clean Home Solar Panels
Solar panels produce electricity by capturing the sun’s rays. If a panel’s surface is obscured by an accumulation of…
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…
10 Questions About Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs)
Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) are a specialized form of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) that allow organizations to track—and potentially…
The ever-evolving benefits of commercial solar adoption
In the not-so-distant past, the main benefit of commercial solar adoption was rooted in affecting environmental change. Early photovoltaic (PV)…
The real financial benefits of commercial solar
If you’ve been wary about the financial impact of going solar, you’ll be glad to know that it’s never been…
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8 Steps to Build a Compelling Case for Energy Efficiency Programs
When it comes to convincing a business’s decision makers and stakeholders that energy efficiency can contribute to a company’s success, the burden of proof may be somewhat daunting. This article by Smart Energy Decisions provides eight helpful steps in using and leveraging utility data to convince decision makers that a sustainability investment can provide a variety…
What is Solar Energy? Common Solar Terms Defined
Solar energy doesn’t have to be confusing or complicated. If you’ve been looking at solar systems for your home, business or school, you’ve probably heard some unfamiliar industry jargon. Fear not the words. We’re here to simplify your solar experience with this A-to-Z glossary, helping you learn more about this source of clean renewable power.…
7 Types of Renewable Energy for Your Business
INFOGRAPHIC If you’ve just started investigating potential sustainable energy solutions, this infographic is a great place to begin. It provides a high-level overview of the types of renewable energy that could be viable for your organization. Whether you’re motivated by corporate social responsibility, or looking for a way to reduce business electricity costs, commercial renewable…
Water and Energy: Solar Conserves a Precious Resource
The modern world runs on a partnership between water and energy production. Conventional energy sources use a tremendous amount of water to produce electricity, and — in addition — it takes a lot of energy to make drinkable water. A water shortage can mean a crisis for the energy industry. But the good news is…
The 3 Types of Onsite Commercial Solar Installations
When you decide to move forward with solar for your business, the placement and type of commercial solar installation are usually determined by the physical characteristics of your site. This video overviews the three typical onsite solar installation methods, including rooftop solar systems, ground-mounted arrays and carport solar panels. It also covers some of the…
Solar 101: How Does Solar Energy Work?
Our sun is a naturally occurring nuclear reactor. It releases tiny packets of energy called photons, which travel the 93 million miles from the sun to Earth in about eight-and-a-half minutes. Every hour, enough photons impact our planet to theoretically satisfy global energy needs for an entire year. However, solar-generated power currently accounts for just…
How Businesses Can Achieve Their Corporate Sustainability Goals with Solar
Many of America’s biggest and most successful businesses have gone solar to achieve corporate sustainability goals to reduce operating costs and their carbon footprint. The list includes industry giants like Wal-Mart, Target, Apple, IKEA, Macy’s, FedEx, Verizon, General Motors, L’Oreal and others. And every day, more companies, both large and small, are investing in solar…
Should I Put Solar Panels on My House?
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 sense. Here are some key questions…
Limited Time Offer Solar Financing For Homeowners!
Home Solar Rates Are Heating Up. At Solar Technologies we offer a variety of solar financing options so that every homeowner can save with solar regardless of their budget or credit history. From solar lease to solar loan, cash purchase to the PACE program we’ll find the right financing solution so you can start saving now. For A…
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, green construction is becoming more and more common. Several of these are outlined in a recent article from Smart Cities Dive. But before we get to those, let’s first understand the kinds of building practices considered to…