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Understanding PG&E Avoided Cost Rates and Their Impact on Bay Area Solar Customers

By Solar Technologies | October 10, 2024

If you’re a Bay Area homeowner considering solar energy, understanding PG&E’s avoided cost rates is crucial. These rates play a…

How Does PG&E Net Metering Work?

By Solar Technologies | October 3, 2024

Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) net metering program allows customers with grid-tied solar to earn credits for the excess electricity…

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Navigating PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS): What Bay Area Customers Need to Know

By Solar Technologies | September 30, 2024

Overview of PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) Program PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) program is a critical initiative…

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Why Now Is the Perfect Time for San Francisco Area Homeowners to Invest in Solar Energy

By Solar Technologies | August 25, 2024

The Bay Area is known for its progressive, eco-conscious community and beautiful natural landscapes. Now, more than ever, San Francisco…

Battery Storage 101: Understanding How Storage Keeps Your Lights On During Outages

By Solar Technologies | August 15, 2024

In today’s world, where energy security and sustainability are paramount, understanding battery storage systems is becoming increasingly important. Whether you’re…

Unlocking the Potential of Peak-Shaving with Solar and Battery Storage

By Solar Technologies | August 5, 2024

In the golden state of California, especially for PG&E customers, managing electricity costs can be challenging. With fluctuating energy prices…

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Solar Renewable Energy Credits in California

By Solar Technologies | July 20, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy, Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) have emerged as a powerful tool for…

Understanding the Domestic Content Bonus for Commercial Solar Projects in California

By Solar Technologies | July 18, 2024

What is the Domestic Content Adder?  In May 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS)…

Understanding the Energy Community Bonus for Commercial Solar Projects in California

By Solar Technologies | July 15, 2024

Unlock Extra Benefits for Your Commercial Solar Energy Project Are you considering a solar energy project for your business? The…

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Lighting and Brightening Lives

By Solar Technologies | November 7, 2018

Solar Technologies: Lighting and Brightening Lives Saving with solar is perhaps the most energy efficient way one can help in preserving Mother Earth. As our natural energy resources continue to become extinct the emergence of an alternative resource is highly needed. Solar power fills the gap perfectly. The energy of the sun is imperishable and…

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PACE Financing Helps Businesses Go Solar

By Solar Technologies | October 31, 2018

Property Assessed Clean Energy financing or “PACE” can make it easier for owners of commercial, industrial, multifamily and nonprofit properties to obtain low-cost, long-term financing for renewable energy projects. Your business or organization can apply for 100 percent financing for clean energy improvements such as installing solar. (The program is also available to homeowners in California, Florida…

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Commercial Solar Battery Storage 101

By p15 | October 28, 2018

Commercial Solar Battery Storage 101 Battery storage for solar power is an emerging clean energy technology that is starting to take hold. By helping to reduce the costs of energy usage in business, solar energy storage is becoming more common than ever.  This infographic provides an entry-level overview of commercial solar storage and explains how…

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What’s The Best Renewable Energy For You?

By p15 | October 25, 2018

What’s The Best Renewable Energy For You? You want your company to use renewable energy, but you don’t have a clue about your options or how to weigh them. Don’t worry. It’s an increasingly common challenge as renewables gain in popularity.  There are seven main types of commercial renewable energy. All of them reinforce sustainable business practices,…

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Why companies are adopting sustainable business practices

By p15 | October 22, 2018

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of going green in the workplace? This infographic illustrates some of the reasons why businesses are developing a green business strategy. From attracting an ever-increasing number of customers who are adopting sustainable lifestyles, to improving brand reputation—more and more companies are discovering the benefits of being an environmentally-friendly…

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4 ways to pay for commercial solar

By p15 | October 16, 2018

4 ways to pay for commercial solar If you’re an organization wondering how to pay for solar, this is a great place to start. Commercial solar financing is a big part of the decision-making process as businesses investigate how to go solar, and this infographic can help. Want to know about the pros and cons…

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Learn about battery storage for commercial solar power

By p15 | October 13, 2018

Learn about battery storage for commercial solar power In the last few years, commercial battery storage technology has advanced rapidly—making solar battery storage a practical option for many organizations. This video explains how to lower electricity costs using battery storage to reduce utility demand charges. Watch and see if a commercial battery storage solution might…

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Solar Project Helps YMCA of San Diego County Offer More Services

By p15 | October 4, 2018

Solar Project Helps YMCA of San Diego County Offer More Services The YMCA has happily discovered what many other school, nonprofit and government solar customers know well: When you save money with solar, your organization can pass on those savings to the public by expanding services. The YMCA of San Diego County, which recently had…

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Our Commercial Solar Services

By p15 | September 18, 2018

Our Commercial Solar Services Expertise To Handle Any Challenge At Solar Technologies we’ve been developing, installing and servicing complex commercial energy systems for years and have the expertise, personnel and: Power Management Consulting Electricity has become a considerable operating cost with complex utility rate structures. We can help you assess your usage and billing data…

Solar Installer Checklist

By p15 | September 5, 2018

Here’s a checklist with guidelines for selecting the best solar company for your solar installation. These tips and questions will help you identify which solar companies have the experience, quality products, trained personnel, and financial strength you want. The quality of the solar installer and equipment you select will directly affect your long-term savings and…