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Solar Renewable Energy Credits in California
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
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
Unlock Extra Benefits for Your Commercial Solar Energy Project Are you considering a solar energy project for your business? The…
Top 5 Myths About Solar and Battery Storage – Debunked!
As more homeowners consider renewable energy solutions, misinformation about solar power and battery storage continues to circulate. Let’s set the…
Does Solar Still Make Sense After The PG&E Rate Changes?
If you’re a California homeowner considering solar, you might be wondering if it’s still a smart investment following recent changes…
How Solar and Battery Storage Systems Increase Home Value in California
In the quest for energy efficiency and sustainability, California homeowners are increasingly turning to solar and battery storage systems. Beyond…
Step-by-Step Guide: Installing Solar Panels and Battery Storage in Your Bay Area Home
Harnessing the power of the sun can significantly reduce your energy bills, increase your home’s value, and contribute to a…
Renewable Energy Trends: Solar and Battery Storage In 2024
In 2024, renewable energy trends, particularly in solar and battery storage, are set to revolutionize how we harness and use…
Explore the Benefits of Solar Energy in the San Francisco Bay Area
As a homeowner in the California Bay Area, you’ve likely noticed the upward trend in energy costs. This steady increase…
How to Choose a Solar Panel Installer: Your Comprehensive Guide
Making the decision to install solar panels is an exciting step toward reducing energy costs and embracing renewable energy. However,…
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Proud to be Named SunPower’s “2020 Commercial National Top Producer of the Year”
SunPower held its annual dealer conference this month and Solar Technologies was awarded for having the highest shipment volume of commercial panels in the United States. Named “Commercial National Top Producer of the Year,” our team is honored to be recognized for our achievements and perseverance. While 2020 was a difficult year with the pandemic,…
The Solar Incentive Tax Credit Was Extended!
It will be time to do your 2020 taxes before you know it, and it’s important to stay abreast of how current tax law changes could impact your financial situation. Did you know that there’s a federal tax credit for going solar? Fortunately the recently approved federal spending program extended the federal investment tax credit…
Your Northern California Home Battery + Solar Solution
Northern California’s 2020 wildfire season was historically devastating, and we know San Francisco Bay Area residents are all too familiar with the related PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs. Don’t wait for rolling blackouts to figure out how to prepare your home and family to survive without electricity. Add a home solar system with storage now,…
How to Clean Home Solar Panels
Solar panels produce electricity by capturing the sun’s rays. If a panel’s surface is obscured by an accumulation of dust or debris, the solar energy system won’t be able to operate at its maximum efficiency. Fortunately, we exclusively sell SunPower Equinox solar systems, which are known to be the most efficient you can buy.…
Energy Storage Equals ON Demand Power
California’s wildfire season is expected to arrive earlier than normal this year due to drought conditions and the impacts of global warming, and that means we’re likely in for another round of PG&E’s preventative Public Safety Power Shutoffs. During last year’s fire season Public Safety Power Shutoffs left as many as a million people…
How to Finance a Home Solar System
SunPower by Solar Technologies has installed more than 75,000 solar panels and helped thousands of Bay Area homeowners save money with solar. Our mission is to provide our customers with the best solar equipment, installation and service at a reasonable price. At Solar Technologies we understand that buying a solar system for your home is…
Looking for a Tax Break? Solar Can Help
With the 2020 tax deadline now extended to July 15 due to COVID-19, home and business owners have some extra time to sort through their financial documents so they can take advantage of any tax breaks they may be eligible for. Did you know that there’s a federal tax incentive for going solar? Those who…
Shelter-in-Place Energy Saving Tips
The Bay Area’s shelter-in-place orders were just extended through May, and after some odd 40 days of this, you may be worried about what your next PG&E bill is going to look like. Your home electricity use has likely increased if you’ve got a house full of people working remotely and attending online school. Add…
SunPower by Solar Technologies Named SunPower’s 2019 “Commercial National Dealer of the Year”
San Ramon, CA, April 30, 2020 – SunPower by Solar Technologies, a San Ramon-based solar installer, received the SunPower “Commercial National Dealer of the Year” award for its outstanding performance as a SunPower dealer in 2019. “It’s a great honor to be named SunPower’s 2019 ‘Commercial National Dealer of the Year,’ recognized for our success…
Do Solar Panels Use Light or Heat to Generate Electricity?
Do solar panels use light or heat to generate electricity? Confusion over the impact of heat and light in solar power starts with the fact that there are different types of solar power. One type of power, called solar thermal, does use the sun’s light to generate heat which can be used for things such…