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Need a Tax Break? Go Solar in 2019 for Maximum Benefits

By Solar Technologies | January 20, 2019

If you’ve been on the fence about going solar, here’s a great reason to make a decision soon: The U.S.…

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New SunPower® Oasis® Power Plant: Using Drones, Robots and Design to Optimize Solar Power Plants

By Solar Technologies | January 14, 2019

New SunPower® Oasis® Power Plant: Using Drones, Robots and Design to Optimize Solar Power Plants In 1997, Garry Kasparov was…

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Federal Solar Tax Credit Being Reduced after 2019

By Solar Technologies | January 10, 2019

Federal Solar Tax Credit Being Reduced after 2019 With the onset of this new year there is an important solar…

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Sustainable Solar Power Around the World

By Solar Technologies | January 8, 2019

Sustainable Solar Power Around the World All solar produces clean energy, but SunPower raises the bar when it comes to how sustainably we…

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5 of the coolest robots working in America today

By Solar Technologies | January 5, 2019

Say the word “robot” to any man, woman or child and they’ll probably conjure up images straight out of science…

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How long will Congress protect tax credits for renewables and EVs?

By Solar Technologies | January 2, 2019

How long will Congress protect tax credits for renewables and EVs? Recent statements from the White House and U.S. senators…

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It’s Easy To Pay For Your Solar System.

By Solar Technologies | December 27, 2018

It’s Easy To Pay For Your Solar System. Last week, Green Tech Media reported that for the first time in…

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Cartoon: DIY Solar Battery Installation

By Solar Technologies | December 21, 2018

CARTOON: Well, that’s one way of installing battery storage for solar power   Wondering how to implement battery storage for…

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SunPower Solar Cells are Winners on the Racing Circuit

By Solar Technologies | December 9, 2018

SunPower Solar Cells are Winners on the Racing Circuit Recently the solar airplane Solar Impulse 2 broke a world record flying around…

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SunPower Solar Academy Inspires Eagle Scout Airport Project

By Solar Technologies | November 24, 2018

Photo By Ellen Lomonico, Education Coordinator, SunPower Horizon® Program​, and Renee Solari, Senior Program Manager Educational Services What do you get when…

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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,…

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Solar And Battery Storage Can Protect Bay Area PG&E Customers From Rising Energy Costs

By Solar Technologies | January 10, 2025

If you’re a PG&E customer in the Bay Area, you’ve likely noticed the strain of rising energy costs on your monthly bills. Combined with the increasing likelihood of power outages, it’s clear why many Bay Area residents are searching for solutions to take back control of their energy usage. There’s good news, though. Solar energy,…