Solar Rights and Going Solar with an HOA
It is important to know your solar rights, the restrictions, and the policies in your area before talking to a solar company about going solar. Learn more.
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Solar During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has not stopped solar energy system installations from continuing to happen across the nation. Learn more.
Four Fun DIY Solar Experiments
Team Sungenia shares ways to help you keep your residential energy use down and have some fun at the same time with these do-it-yourself solar experiments!
Energy Usage When Staying Home
Staying home doesn’t have to be boring – or costly! Here are some tips to help households remain healthy and energy efficient.
New California Solar Mandate
New California Solar Mandate has the potential of helping more of California be energy efficient and to help new homeowners save more money on electricity.
Solar Panel Batteries and Power
Although solar panel batteries are a hot topic in the solar and tech industry, some of the information can be misleading to prospective solar customers.
Family in Ramona Adds Value to Their Home Resale With Solar
Sungenia was excited to help the Damme family go green in 2015! They wanted to take control of their energy bills by installing solar.
PV Panel Care and Maintenance Instructions
PV panel modules do not need much in the way of cleaning, however, in this part of the country we don’t get much rain so cleaning is sometimes necessary.
Long-time Poway Friend Saves Money Going Solar
You may have low electric bills already, but that doesn’t mean solar won’t help you. Read more on how a long-time Poway friend saved money going solar.
Time of Use (TOU) Rates Explained
Time-of-use rates is a solar billing rate structure system and statewide initiative. TOU rate plans are based on rates that vary depending on energy demands
Net Energy Metering (NEM)
Solar energy customers have a special billing mechanism called “NEM” (Net Energy Metering), which gives credit for the electricity they add to the grid.
Advantages of Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles are a great way to go green, as well, considered to be one of the most sustainable forms of transportation today. If you add solar power into the mix, you are looking at even more significant cost savings.
Roof Replacement Before Going Solar
Did you know solar panel systems can last around 30 years? If you or someone you know is thinking about going solar it may be a good idea to check if your roof needs maintenance to ensure the lifetime of your investment.
Solar Jobs Surpass the Wind and Fossil Fuel Industry Combined
Solar jobs in America have surpassed both the wind and fossil fuel industry combined. Projections and data show that this trend is only growing in 2019.
Solar Shingles, Solar Roofs and Solar Tiles of the Future
Curiosity is on the rise on the difference between solar shingles, solar roofs, solar tiles and traditional solar panels and if it’s worth the premium.
Environmental Impact of Solar Energy
Earth Day 2019 may be over, but helping the environment goes beyond just a single day of the year. “Going Solar” has multiple benefits.
How Important is Solar Panel Efficiency?
The key to determining how much you will save with your solar energy system comes from the understanding of how a solar panel will perform.
First-Time Home Buyers Choose Solar Power in Santee
Investing in solar power can be a simple process! Here’s an example of a straight-forward, painless solar panel installation.
Before Going Solar: 4 Major Money-Saving Tips to Make Your Home Energy-Efficient
When considering installing solar, not only should you find a reliable company that will assess your history and future needs, try doing some research to determine what changes need to be made in your own home.
Do Solar Panels Produce Energy When it Rains?
AltEstimates differ depending on the severity of the weather and panel placement, however, solar panels can generate anywhere from 10-25% their normal production on cloudy and rainy days.
Solar Cells & Plant Cells: Converting Solar Energy
Plant cells convert solar energy into chemical energy, whereas man-made solar cells convert solar energy into electrical energy.
Solar Tax Credit Extended to 2021
The Solar Tax Credit is a one-time credit that allows you to deduct a percent of the cost of installing a solar energy system from your federal taxes.
