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The Inflation Reduction Act: Everything You Need To Know

August 31, 2022

President Biden recently signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law on August 16, 2022. The $700 billion bill is…

Four Things You Need to Know about the SunVault Solar Storage System

July 1, 2022

Homeowners are facing an increasing number of power outages across the United States. Devastating wildfires in California, winter storms in…

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…

How to Avoid Solar Scams

January 7, 2022

A growing number of people are eager to learn more about solar energy and find out what kind of savings…

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Does Going Solar Increase Your Property Value?

December 30, 2021

In 2020 California became the first state to require solar panels be installed on all new homes,  but one question…

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“Is It Hard to Transfer a Solar Lease?” (And Other Common Questions About Buying a Home with Solar Energy)

December 10, 2021

Anyone in the market for a new home can tell you the search process is both exciting and nerve-racking. Between…

5 Ways to a More Energy Efficient Home

October 25, 2021

When it comes to purchasing a home, one of the first things most buyers look into is the home’s energy…

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Generators vs. Solar Batteries: Which is the Better Backup?

October 12, 2021

A well-designed solar system can meet the majority of the electricity needs for a homeowner, but there are times when power needs…

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Is your home a good fit for solar?

September 30, 2021

With so many solar installations throughout the Bay Area and California, many people have a general idea of what is…

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Six Questions to Ask when Choosing a Local Solar Installer

September 8, 2021

Solar energy is a flourishing industry. Since 2010, solar has grown an average of 42% a year. It’s understandable that…

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THE EASIEST MILLION YOU’LL EVER MAKE

By p15 | August 13, 2017

Solar Technologies, one of the Bay Area’s leading solar providers, announced today that even small organizations can expect to pay their energy utility more than a million dollars over the course of 25 years. “Switching to solar is one of the single best ways to reduce your company’s operating costs and environmental footprint,” said Solar…

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The Surprising Benefits of Solar That Go Beyond Helping the Environment

By p15 | August 10, 2017

For some, the benefits of solar power are clear. For others, they may be slightly cloudy. While most people can probably agree that a main reason to go solar is its positive impact on the environment, what are other motivations for adopting this clean energy source? Whatever level of knowledge you have about going solar, this recent list published…

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Calculate Your Solar Savings Now

By p15 | August 7, 2017

Find Out How Much You Can Save. Thinking about switching to solar? Try our new online calculator to see how much you can save every month. Simply enter your address to get started.  

Q&A: How Homeowners Beat High Summer Bills With Solar

By p15 | August 5, 2017

The first day of summer is June 20, bringing with it a season of outdoor barbecues, long lazy afternoons and lots of sunshine. But as the temperatures increase, we know homeowners turn up their air conditioners to stay cool and comfortable and that leads to an unfortunate result: high electric bills. Avoiding this seasonal financial…

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Is It Worth It For Businesses To Go Solar?

By p15 | August 2, 2017

Clean energy isn’t just for large corporations with enough capital to make decisions solely for the environmental good. For many business owners, going solar can be a strategic decision with significant financial benefits. If you’re wondering whether solar is a feasible option for your business, here are some considerations to help ensure your investment is…

A Quick Guide to Going Solar

A Quick Guide to Going Solar

By p15 | July 30, 2017

If one of your goals is to save money on your electricity bills and/or lead a more green life, you might consider switching to a renewable energy such as emission-free solar power. According to the Solar Energy Industry Association, in the next two years the amount of solar power used in the United States is expected to…

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Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Solar Battery Storage in 1,000 Words (and 3 Pictures)

By p15 | July 27, 2017

It’s not hard to see why the talk and excitement around commercial solar battery storage just keeps growing with each passing month. As the price of batteries continues to fall—and their performance continues to rise—more and more companies are taking a closer look at how battery storage can dramatically lower their monthly energy bills, especially…

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Five Ways to Save on Your Electric Bill This Summer

By p15 | July 24, 2017

With summer heat waves in full swing, homeowners and business owners who rely on conventional power sources to keep cool are likely asking: “How can I reduce my electric bill?” While it takes plenty of power to run an air conditioner, with some parts of the U.S. hitting triple digit temps, we know running heaters during those…

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9 Questions to Ask a Potential Commercial Solar Installation Company

By p15 | July 21, 2017

When you start researching solar for your business and interviewing commercial solar panel installation companies, 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 with many new endeavors,…

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Solar Technology Efficiency: More Breakthroughs are Coming

By p15 | July 19, 2017

When Bell Labs unveiled the world’s first silicon solar cell in 1954, it was estimated that the company’s new invention could turn 6 percent of the sun’s energy into electricity — a concept commonly referred to as efficiency. Fast forward to 1999. After nearly half a century of solar research, the University of New South…