Some of our customers start to worry about their solar production at this time of year. Will the snow block the sun? Will the snow melt? Will the system produce while covered in snow? Should I shovel my roof? In this blog we are going to try to help answer all of these questions and […]
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Solar vs. Wind. Which is Better for Your Home?
Most everyone is familiar with solar power as a renewable energy source for homes and small businesses. However, a solar system is not necessarily the only option for producing clean energy. How about wind turbines? It is important to know that differences can vary widely depending on location and specific use. In this article, we […]
All the Options! Lease, Purchase or PPA Your Solar Panel System?
You are interested in going solar and have heard the pros and cons of leasing vs. purchasing your solar system. Which is best? Let us touch on some of the details of those two options and add one more, a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Most of us are familiar with the main differences in leasing […]
How Effective is Solar on Overcast Days
Our company is based in the Northeast, which many people would say is “gloomy” and grey all winter. Does this climate negatively affect the performance of solar panels? The quick answer is: solar panels work great in overcast weather. The efficiency rating of your panel is really what matters when it comes to cloudy weather […]
What is Community Solar?
What is Community Solar? Groups of ground-mounted solar panels are popping up across the country to support communities with clean energy generation: each portion of the ground mount is “owned” by a different resident. While the cost of going solar is decreasing, not everyone has a qualifying unshaded roof. Community-owned solar gardens provide urban residents […]