Before Installing Residential Solar, HOA Approval May Be Needed

As more residential solar systems go online in Idaho and other intermountain states, homeowners association approval is easier to obtain than ever before. Nevertheless, some HOAs still will not approve solar panel installations, or at least not without a fight. If you are worried about whether your HOA will let you install solar panels, read […]

Information about solar energy seems to be everywhere these days, so it’s easy to assume you know all there is to know about this subject. But you might be surprised to learn some things you don’t know. Check out some of the most common questions about solar energy, and find out if you know the […]

If you are looking for a sensible investment, look at solar power. The alternative energy industry is rapidly turning into one of the most lucrative areas for U.S. investors of all types. Investing in solar technology makes good financial sense for several reasons. Before you decide where to invest next, take a look at the […]

Solar energy solutions are helping Americans comply with newly implemented RPS standards for energy generation. A Renewable Portfolio Standard, or RPS, is a law that requires electric companies to derive a certain amount of their energy from renewable sources, including solar, wind, geothermal and more. Although the United States has not yet adopted federal RPS […]

Financing individual solar energy systems can be daunting, but you may be able to get help from the C-PACE program, a relatively new concept designed to provide commercial enterprises and business interests an alternative funding method. PACE stands for “property assessed clean energy,” and these programs are rapidly becoming a favored method for financing alternative […]

If you’ve considered solar panels for your Utah home, you might be curious about how many you will need to meet your power requirements. The answer varies for every family, but a few key factors can make a big difference. Before you contact a local solar installer, take a look at the details that matter […]

Commercial solar panels can offer your business many significant benefits, especially if you own a company in the sun-drenched Intermountain West. This is especially valuable information if you aren’t yet familiar with alternative energy generating systems, or if you aren’t sure whether solar energy is a worthwhile investment for your business. Before you make a […]

Have you heard of bulk solar power purchasing programs? If you’re thinking of getting solar panels for your home or business in Utah, bulk solar purchasing may be just what you need. While you save money just by using solar power, buying in bulk can save you even more. Read on to find out how […]

Portable solar power generating systems are beneficial in a variety of situations, but in many locations today, they are saving lives. Around the globe, solar power is helping doctors provide critical treatments and procedures. In many developing locations, power is unreliable or nonexistent, making traditional care delivery difficult or impossible. Everything from lighting and clean […]

Affordable solar power is changing the way the world gets its energy, in a big way. Several recently published reports explain the amazing market transition happening today. In the United States, the trend is even more striking, thanks to the drastic drop in equipment costs over the past few years. Indeed, solar energy is turning […]