CPUC Passes NEM 3
Recently, the CPUC passed the new NEM 3. Learn what this means for the future of the solar industry in California.
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Solar Prices
Solar prices are going up due to skyrocketing inflation rates. Learn what this means for the pricing of your solar system.
San Diego Community Power (SDCP) Blog
Sungenia shares the facts and breaks down what you need to know about San Diego Community Power (SDCP). Read more.
Stop Solar Tax Hikes in California
Help defend your rights and protect solar in California from continued threats. Join the Solar Rights Alliance. Read more.
Solar Tax Credit Extended Through the Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 has extended and increased the Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) from 26% to 30% for the next 10 years!
EVs will be the new batteries
Upcoming Electric Vehicles (EVs) becoming available to the public could be the future of backup power sources such as batteries or generators.
Spring Valley Family Needs More Solar Panels
Sungenia was happy to help these new homeowners in Spring Valley with a custom solar installation to meet their energy needs!
Assembly Bill 1139 Has Been Defeated
Proposed Assembly Bill 1139 has been defeated thanks to support from solar coalition groups and individuals like you! Read to learn more.
Sungenia Helps Sunnyside Farms Go Solar
Sungenia helps the historic Sunnyside Farms go solar! Solar panels were mounted on the stable’s corrugated metal roofs. Read more.
New Assembly Bill 1139 Could Kill Solar in California
Proposed Assembly Bill 1139 is bad news for solar and could kill the solar industry in California. Learn more.
Spring Energy Saving Tips
Team Sungenia has six easy Spring energy-saving tips and everyday habits to help keep your energy bill down. Learn more.
Save CA Rooftop Solar Petition
Sign the solar petition and learn why a new bill that changes Net Energy Metering (NEM) must be stopped in order to protect California solar!
Poway Solar Conversations with Real Estate Agents, Developers, and Home Buyers
Sungenia loves having solar conversations and is a trusted source for Poway solar installs and information on custom solar work. Learn more.
Solar Newsletter – January 2021
Newsletter – January 2021. Solar Panel Benefits, Referrals, How to Become a Sungenia Advocate, and more.
Hub Inverters and EV Chargers
Solar Power systems add EV Charging with Hub Inverters, creating more energy-efficient homes, transportation, and sustainable communities.
COVID Relief Bill Extends Solar Tax Credit
The COVID Relief Bill gave us some aid and good news heading into 2021 and added a 2-year extension for the Solar Tax Credit (ITC).
Cleaning Dirty Solar Panels
Dirty Solar Panels: To Wash or Not to Wash. This is a great question on solar panel care and one that comes up often. Learn more.
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.
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.