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Solar Helps ‘LEED’ the Way to More Sustainable Buildings
The number of net-zero energy buildings — buildings that use renewable energy technology to help meet 100 percent of their…
A Peek Inside Mexico’s First Landfill-Free Manufacturing Plant
A Peek Inside Mexico’s First Landfill-Free Manufacturing Plant I recently had the privilege of joining SunPower’s Director of Sustainability, Marissa Yao, on…
Solar Power. Renewable and Safe
Solar Power. Renewable and Safe Solar power is a topic that has been on trend for many years now. Solar…
How SunPower is Industry Leader in Environmental Sustainability
At SunPower, we empower our customers to generate their own clean, affordable, emissions-free electricity. We also believe in creating solar products…
The Triple Bottom Line: A Sustainable Model For Success
The triple bottom line (TBL) framework is gaining popularity as more and more companies implement sustainable business strategies. Focusing on…
Home Solar Panel Maintenance Tips
Home Solar Panel Maintenance Tips “Don’t solar panels need a lot of maintenance?” Solar Technologies gets this question from homeowners regularly, and…
SunPower® is the first solar company to achieve Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Silver designation
SunPower® E-Series and X-Series Direct Current (DC) solar panels are now Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Silver. The Cradle to Cradle Certified™ designation is…
Our “Beneficial by Design” Philosophy
Our “Beneficial by Design” Philosophy SunPower has a closed-loop sustainability strategy that drives our business practices at every stage of…
Beyond Solar Panel Efficiency: 4 Important Considerations When Evaluating Solar Panels
As you are evaluating things to consider for solar panels, you may come across the term “solar panel efficiency.” But…
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Tesla Powerwall 2 Recall: Information and Support for Homeowners
At Solar Technologies, our service team is here to be a local resource for homeowners looking for clear, reliable information about current recalls and available support options. This article summarizes what’s known about the recent Tesla Powerwall 2 recall, what affected homeowners can expect, and how our team can help support the process if your…
What Is a Prepaid Solar PPA & Why Are More Homeowners Considering One 2026?
If you’re thinking about going solar in 2026, you’ve probably heard that the residential solar tax credit is ending. That change has left many homeowners wondering whether solar still makes sense. The answer is, yes! The only change is the way savings are captured. One option gaining momentum is the prepaid solar PPA. It’s a…
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 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
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
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…
PG&E’s Net Billing Tariff Explained: How Solar + Battery Storage Maximizes Your Savings in 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…
How Bay Area Homeowners Are Using Solar + Battery Storage to Beat PG&E Rate Hikes
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…
Why 2025 May Be The Best Year To Go Solar In California
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
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
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®…