energy-independence

Solar energy is becoming more and more popular, and along with it there is a growing number of solar photovoltaic (PV) system owners that have added battery backup systems to capture and store their excess energy production for later distribution. In most cases, these systems are being used as a safeguard to ensure a home or business has power during unforeseen power outages. Still, some system owners now use those systems more strategically. This blog post looks at two ways energy storage systems can help you maximize your solar PV system investment.
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Solar energy is sometimes criticized for being undependable, only working during the daytime, and being limited by snow during the winter months. In reality, solar energy is far from limiting and storage solutions are far more accessible than ever before.
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With the growing popularity of solar among consumers, many utility companies have spent significant portions of their marketing budgets to promote the adoption of renewable energy, especially solar. So it might surprise you to find out that many of those same utility companies don’t want you to go solar, but why?
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As solar photovoltaic systems become more popular, so has the addition of energy storage systems for commercial and residential use. In our newest eBook, we look at why energy storage solutions have become so popular, what’s changed in recent years, and why now may be the perfect time to consider adding one yourself.

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If you’re wondering if your home or business is suitable for solar or what steps you need to take to make it suitable, you’ll be pleased to hear that there is very little if any action required for most property owners. But here are some easy steps to take that can help confirm if your property is right for solar. 

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Over the last decade, solar technology advancements have primarily focused on designing and developing the actual panels themselves, as the industry sought ways to make panels more efficient, more affordable, and improve their aesthetics to make them more appealing to consumers. However, as solar panels appear to be reaching a bit of a design and performance plateau with the next significant innovations more than a few years away, solar is still seeing a wide range of technological innovations reshaping the industry. But nothing may be more important in the next few years than the advancements in solar energy storage.
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Solar energy has long been talked about as a source of energy independence on a national scale, but did you know that solar energy is also the fast track to personal energy independence?
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In 2020 the state of California passed legislation (known as Title 24) that requires every new home built in the state to be outfitted with solar panels. Title 24 will be updated in 2022 with new legislation requiring all residential homes to be electric-ready, including language and guidance on installing battery storage systems. The first of its kind in the U.S., these requirements have been met by critics and supporters alike, prompting us to explain why we believe every new home should be outfitted for solar, regardless of legislation.
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The pandemic emptied out most of America’s offices as workers across the country set up home workstations. Although this looked to be a temporary situation for many, it has become clear that many workers are choosing to continue to work from home, and many businesses are embracing this concept as well. If you’re one of those individuals, you may want to consider adding solar to your home.
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According to the Energy Information Administration, residential electricity rates have increased nationally by around 15 percent in the last ten years. With this steady increase in the cost of residential electricity, many consumers are wondering, “is making the switch to solar worth it?” The answer to that question depends on several factors, including your property, your local energy rate, what your system will cost to install, and if you qualify for any potential cost savings.
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