Solar Industry News

Oakland Unified School roof, almost completely covered with solar panels

Oakland Unified School

February 25, 2020

La Escuelita Educational Center Earns Honors for First “Grid-Neutral” School Solar Shines a Bright Light on Educational Center The La…

Orchard Commercial solar

Orchard Commercial

February 25, 2020

Quick Facts: Orchard Commercial Total System Size 153.6 kW City Santa Clara, CA Utility Silicon Valley Power Panel Type SunPower…

Oakland Zoo Vet Clinic is mostly solar powered

Oakland Zoo

February 25, 2020

Oakland Zoo The Oakland Zoo hired Solar Technologies to design and install a solar power system to offset the electricity…

Coastline Family Farms roof covered in high efficiency solar panels

Coastline Family Farms

February 25, 2020

Coast American Cooling  Salinas Valley Produce Company Harvests Millions in Solar Savings. A Leader in The Salinas Valley Founded in…

Geo H. Wilson Inc. has a roof mainly covered in solar panels

Geo. H. Wilson, Inc.

February 25, 2020

Geo. H. Wilson, Inc. One of Santa Cruz’s Most Celebrated Contractors.  Geo. H. Wilson is a family-owned mechanical contracting business…

Commercial Solar

Ramar Foods

February 25, 2020

Ramar Foods Family Traditions & Industry Leading Manufacturing Founded in 1969, Ramar Foods is a third-generation Filipino Food company and…

The Villages Canopy Solar install

Villages Golf & Country Club

February 25, 2020

Villages Golf & Country Club Bay Area’s Largest Senior Community Saves Millions with Solar The Bay Area’s Premiere Senior Community…

Small Victorian house with solar panels on different parts of sloped roof

Solar Project – Hayward, CA

February 25, 2020

Their Challenge This family had interest in switching to solar power for years before being referred to Solar Technologies by…

Sloped top roof with large solar panel sections on each side

Solar Project – Pleasanton, CA

February 25, 2020

Their Challenge When this family were faced with a roof replacement project and increasingly high electric bills, they decided to…

The Lenhart home is powered by SunPower and saves thousands of dollars

Residential Solar Project – Los Gatos, CA

February 25, 2020

Their Challenge With their electricity bills increasing to more than $250 per month, this family of Los Gatos, Calif., wanted…

Solar Industry News

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?

By p15 | May 13, 2017

While the epic East Coast Winter Storm Jonas was dumping feet of snow across New York, Washington, D.C., and beyond last January, an intrepid customer of ours snapped this photo showing two homes with Solar Technology by SunPower solar that were still producing some electricity despite blizzard conditions. Although we were impressed he was willing to…

Benefits of Solar Energy

The Benefits of Solar Energy Remain—Investors Want Sustainable Companies

By p15 | May 11, 2017

While the news has been heavy with reports on the US government’s de-emphasis on the environment, the benefits of solar energy remain unchanged. There may be less top-down pressure on companies to go carbon neutral, but customers and investors increasingly demand a triple bottom line commitment. Climate Change and Business Strategy are Hard to Untangle…

Green Building

California New Homes Industry Leads Nation in Green Building

By p15 | May 9, 2017

As goes California, so goes the nation. That’s a common refrain from those who recognize the forward thinking that the West Coast is known for, especially when it comes to securing a clean energy future. In the last year, under the leadership of Gov. Jerry Brown and the California Legislature, California has set the bar high, pioneering…

Reduce Business Energy Costs

10 Simple Ways to Reduce Business Energy Costs

By p15 | May 7, 2017

You may not think all that much about paying your electric bill every month. And if you do, well, that’s just the cost of doing business, right? Not necessarily. Take a moment to consider the energy you’re likely paying for that no one in your office is using, and you’ll definitely want to find smart…

Solar Energy Sustainability

Infographic: Solar Technologies a Leader in Solar Energy Sustainability

By p15 | May 5, 2017

Solar produces clean energy, but Solar Technologies by SunPower does more. We raise the bar for environmental and social responsibility by thoughtfully considering our products’ entire lifecycle and our interactions with our employees, customers and communities around the world. Today we release our latest sustainability report titled “Powering a Brighter Tomorrow: Our Progress Toward a Circular Economy in…

Choosing the best solar provider

Find Your Perfect Solar Match.

By p15 | May 1, 2017

The quality of the solar installer and equipment you select will directly affect your long-term savings and the solar system’s reliability. Picking the right combination and you’ll be setup for decades of success. Do Your Homework – Make sure you’re getting the best equipment and service from a trusted company. Look for a company with excellent…

Commercial Solar Panel Warranty

How Long Does a Commercial Solar Panel Warranty Last?

By p15 | April 28, 2017

How long do commercial solar panels typically last before requiring maintenance? What measures can be taken to prevent malfunction? Whether your business currently utilizes commercial solar panels or is considering making the switch to solar technology, this article by Solar Power World will give you a helpful rundown on standard solar panel warranty policy. Anticipating…

GET YOUR SOLAR PANEL LOAN WHILE IT’S HOT.

GET YOUR SOLAR PANEL LOAN WHILE IT’S HOT.

By p15 | April 26, 2017

Solar Technologies, a Bay Area leader in solar panel systems, has announced today a new array of solar panel loan purchasing options for homeowners regardless of their budget or credit history. These include: easy cash purchases, solar leases, PACE (property assessed clean energy), solar loans at competitive rates. “Cash purchases deliver the greatest long-term savings…

Solar Loan Rates

Solar Loan Rates: Big Savings, Zero Down.

By p15 | April 24, 2017

There has never been a better time for homeowners to go solar and take advantage of amazing solar loan rates. But with solar tax credits set to expire, that opportunity could slip away. Fortunately, Solar Technologies offers an array of purchasing options for homeowners regardless of their budget or credit history. These include: easy cash…

tax day due blues

Suffering From Tax Due Blues?

By p15 | April 18, 2017

Tax Day has been responsible for making grown men weep, corporations crumble, and if evaded, can even land you in prison. Yikes. Make 2017 the year that you save big on taxes by switch to solar! You’ll not only reduce your carbon footprint, increase the value of your home or business, save on monthly utilities bills…