SOLAR POWER NEWS
Are Solar Power Panels Worth the Investment?
Maybe you're in the market for solar panels. And with the research you've done, you can see plenty of talk for both sides of the solar investment argument. Are you wondering if solar panels are right for you? Let me go over some of the reasons why solar panels...
Why You Need Solar Batteries for Your Solar Panel Today
If we learned anything from the unpredictably cold weather and power shut-down of Texas in February of 2021, it’s this: living off the grid (or mostly off the grid) can potentially save your life! No one could’ve predicted the storm of the century to hit -- and...
PG&E Rate Increases and How Solar Eliminates Rate Increases Forever
If you're a California resident, you'd have to be living under a rock not to know what's happened to PG&E over the last two years. Because of the devastating wildfires, notably the Camp Fire, where PG&E pleaded guilty to responsibility for its start,...
What’s the Difference Between Solar Loans, Solar Leases and PPA’s?
There are many different ways to finance a solar photovoltaic (PV) installation. As a homeowner, you may feel overwhelmed by some of the confusing information out there. But because going solar is a substantial investment, it’s important that you understand how each...
Former Facebook Home Continues Spirit of Innovation with Solar Power
San Francisco: home to famous innovators and their homes If you’re a Bay Area resident in California or a frequent visitor to the area, you may know that this thriving region is home itself to many famous people and famous homes. Some of the most recognized are...
How to Save Yourself from Future California Power Outages
If you're living in California, then you’ve probably heard of or have been affected by the PG&E power outages. PG&E’s power lines were responsible for California’s deadliest wildfire in 2018. And they’re also responsible for at least half of all the other...
Top 5 Major Corporations that are Making BIG investments in Solar Energy in 2020
How much power do you think is required to sustain a large company? Roughly 29,000 gigawatt-hours per year! Doesn’t it make sense for bigger businesses to turn to solar energy? This would help cut power costs and help the environment. Why don’t all businesses use...
Leasing vs Buying Solar Panels for Your Home
One of the questions we receive most often is whether it’s better to buy solar panels or lease them instead. However, there is no clear-cut answer. Every homeowner has slightly different financial goals. Buying and leasing both allow you to save...
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need to Power My Home?
You already know that going solar can save you money on your monthly utility bills. Even one panel will begin delivering measurable savings on your electricity bill. And as you add more and more modules to your solar system, these benefits only increase. But...
Best Solar Panels for Home Use in the Bay Area
If you’re like most Bay Area homeowners, you already know that going solar can save you money. In fact, you likely receive offers in the mail every day. But despite these potential savings, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of solar panel...