Solar energy is a sustainable energy source produced by the sun that can offer considerable benefits over conventional energy sources. Every year as electricity costs continue to rise, many people are considering installing solar panels to help offset costs and reduce the environmental impacts. If you're considering switching to solar energy, here … [Read more...]

California is consistently a trailblazer state within the U.S. regarding climate-preserving technologies and practices. The state has historically been a positive promoter of efforts to curb emissions and reduce waste. California residents have been able to reap the benefits of switching to electric vehicles, and now, investing in solar power for … [Read more...]

The possibility of saving on energy bills and doing more to invest in renewable energy are the major reasons why households make the switch to solar. For many families across the US, the upfront investment required to install solar panels will be paid back by the money saved from lower monthly energy bills. No matter how quick the payback, the … [Read more...]

Installing solar panels is a great way to produce clean, low-cost energy for your home. Solar panels can last up to 25 to 30 years, but to get the most out of the value of your solar panels, you need to ensure they are properly maintained.  You want to protect your investment, and solar panels are extremely durable for the most part. Panels … [Read more...]

When shopping for solar panels, many people often forget about battery backups and the many uses they provide. Solar batteries or renewable batteries are an integral part of the solar power system. Installing a backup can help give you peace of mind knowing your home is protected from outages and whatever life may send your way.   What are … [Read more...]

Rooftop solar power is a popular option in California for homeowners that comes with financial benefits. Currently, Californians can participate in net metering which gives them a credit on their utility bill for unused electricity that they give back to the grid. Solar power systems have been generally associated with the wealthy, but companies … [Read more...]

In today’s day and age, we are incredibly dependent on power to get us through the day. We need power to charge our phones, cook our food, warm our water, process our waste, and even get help in an emergency. Our technological advances have improved our quality of life and made things easier but being dependent on power is a risk that comes with … [Read more...]

The world is becoming more and more discerning with the source of energy they’re using. As the effects of climate change are becoming more palpable, governments and the public are mobilizing efforts to cut down the reasons for climate change. One such initiative is to look for viable, sustainable sources of energy. Solar energy has been around … [Read more...]

On July 7, the Redwood Coast Airport Microgrid (RCAM) community partners announced that construction activities would begin on California’s first 100% renewable, multi-customer microgrid. Let’s dive into what a microgrid is and how it’s helping California’s recent grid catastrophes. For more on California’s grid challenges over the last year, … [Read more...]

In the United States, California produces more renewable energy than any other state in the country. Back in 2018, the state assembly voted to generate 60% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and by 2045, produce all the electricity needed by the state without fossil fuels. By the same year, the state of California also ranked 1st in … [Read more...]