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Mount Hermon Camp & Conference Center

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts: Mount Hermon Camp & Conference Center Total System Size 63.3 kW City Scotts Valley Panel Type SunPower Financing…

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Fountainhead Montessori

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts: Fountainhead Montessori Total System Size 204.3 kW City Dublin Panel Type Hanwha Financing Type Lease Years to Pay…

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Every Dog Has Its Daycare

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts: Every Dog Has Its Daycare Total System Size 56.24 kW City Oakland Panel Type SunPower Financing Type PPA…

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Greek Orthodox Church

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts: Greek Orthodox Church Total System Size 156.1 kW City Oakland Panel Type SunPower Financing Type PPA Years to…

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Breton’s School for Dogs and Cats

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 53.6 kW City Danville Panel Type Hanwha Financing Type PACE Years to Pay Back 4…

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Sequoyah Community Church

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 54.9 kW City Oakland Panel Type SunPower Financing Type Lease Years to Pay Back 4…

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Uncle Credit Union

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 99.4 kW City Pleasanton Panel Type SunPower Financing Type Loan Years to Pay Back 5…

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Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 43.3 kW City Walnut Creek Panel Type SunPower Financing Type Loan Years to Pay Back…

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Kimber Hills

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 241 kW City Fremont Panel Type SunPower Financing Type Lease Years to Pay Back 5…

Hacienda Carmel Commercial Solar

Hacienda Carmel – Phase 1

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts Total System Size 73.4 kW City Carmel Panel Type SunPower Financing Type Lease Years to Pay Back 5…

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Secure Your 30% Solar Tax Credit: A Business Owner’s Guide to Safe Harbor Under IRS Notice 2018-59

By Solar Technologies | July 6, 2025

As a business owner or commercial property investor, you know timing is everything — and that’s especially true when it comes to maximizing your federal solar tax incentives. With the future of the 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) uncertain, understanding Safe Harbor under IRS Notice 2018-59 could mean the difference between locking in thousands (or…

Action Required: Changes to SunStrong Solar Monitoring and Cellular Connectivity by July 8

By Solar Technologies | June 20, 2025

If your home solar system is monitored through the SunStrong Connect app, previously mySunPower, you may have received a message recently about an upcoming service change. Here’s what you need to know — and what steps you should take — to avoid losing system monitoring and potentially damaging your equipment. Why Is This Happening? In…

Will the Federal Solar Tax Credit Survive 2025? Here’s What We Know

By Solar Technologies | June 17, 2025

A Big Change Could Be Coming for Solar Incentives—Here’s What Bay Area Homeowners Need to Know If you’re thinking about going solar or adding battery storage, you’ve likely heard of the 30% Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—the incentive that’s helped millions of Americans lower the cost of their solar systems. But a proposed bill…

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PG&E’s Net Billing Tariff Explained: How Solar + Battery Storage Maximizes Your Savings in 2025

By Solar Technologies | June 14, 2025

PG&E’s Rules for Solar Changed—Here’s What You Need to Know – If you’re a Bay Area homeowner exploring solar in 2025, you’ve probably heard the term Net Billing Tariff, or NBT – sometimes referred to as NEM 3.0. This is PG&E’s new solar billing policy that replaced Net Metering (NEM) for residential customers. And while…

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How Bay Area Homeowners Are Using Solar + Battery Storage to Beat PG&E Rate Hikes

By Solar Technologies | June 4, 2025

Tired of PG&E Rate Hikes and Rising Bills? There’s a Better Way PG&E rates have soared over 40% in the past few years—and they’re not slowing down. For Bay Area homeowners, that means higher monthly bills with little warning and fewer options. But thousands have already found a solution: solar + battery storage. With solar…

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Why 2025 May Be The Best Year To Go Solar In California

By Solar Technologies | June 1, 2025

If You’ve Been Thinking About Solar, Don’t Wait Until The Tax Credit is Gone For years, the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) has made going solar one of the smartest financial moves a California homeowner can make. But if Congress passes the proposed legislation now in play, 2025 could be the last year to…

Solar Panels in California: What to Know Before You Buy in 2025

By Solar Technologies | May 28, 2025

Thinking About Going Solar? Make Sure You Start With the Right Solar Panels – If you’re a Bay Area homeowner considering solar in 2025, you’re not alone. With utility rates rising and tax incentives likely ending this year, more people than ever are looking to take control of their energy bills. But not all solar…

How To Connect Your SunPower Monitoring Device to Wi-Fi

By Solar Technologies | May 10, 2025

Connect your monitoring device to wi-fi The PVS (Photovoltaic Supervisor) is a compact device typically installed in your garage or mounted on an exterior wall. It functions as the central hub of your solar system, collecting performance data and communicating with other tools, including the Sunstrong Monitoring platform. What was previously known as the mySunPower®…

Understanding Solar Inverter Functions & When to Schedule Repairs

By Solar Technologies | April 4, 2025

Your solar system is only as strong as its inverter. Whether you’re using SolarEdge, Enphase, SMA, or Fronius, your inverter plays a crucial role in turning sunlight into usable power for your home. At Solar Technologies, we specialize in solar service and inverter repairs throughout California. In this article, we’ll walk you through how inverters…

The Best Home Battery Storage Options for PG&E Customers in California

By Solar Technologies | April 2, 2025

With California’s transition to the 2025 Net Billing Tariff (NBT), PG&E customers are seeking the best home battery storage solutions to maximize their solar investment. Choosing the right battery can mean greater energy independence, lower electricity bills, and reliable backup power. The top contenders in the market today are Tesla’s Powerwall 3, Enphase’s IQ8 batteries,…