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Going Solar can be confusing! I created the All Things Solar Blog as a way to educate property owners about the benefits of solar and storage technology.  I have seen just about every conceivable situation you can imagine within my seven years of experience consulting hundreds of solar, storage, and electric vehicle charging projects throughout the country. 

California’s Commercial Solar Mandate

July 26, 2022

California’s Commercial Solar Mandate California’s commercial solar mandate requires ALL  commercial buildings to be equipped with solar panels and battery … California’s Commercial Solar Mandate Read More »

Solar Power Purchase Agreement

July 18, 2022

What Is A Solar Power Purchase Agreement? A solar power purchase agreement (PPA) is a financial agreement where a developer … Solar Power Purchase Agreement Read More »

Commercial businesses can install solar carports above their parking lots, providing solar energy for the business and shade for their employees cars!

July 5, 2022

A solar carport is a canopy that captures solar energy placed over a parking area. They provide a huge opportunity … Solar Carport Read More »

Commercial & Industrial Asset Owners can reduce energy expenses greatly with an EMS

June 30, 2022

A simple definition of an Energy Management System is a system to control and monitor energy-consuming devices, which may include … Energy Management System Read More »

Solar Ground Mount

June 16, 2022

When property owners think of installing a solar energy system, rooftop solar is probably the first thing to come to … Solar Ground Mount Read More »

PACE Financing

June 13, 2022

Commercial, Industrial, and Agricultural property owners across the country are reaping the benefits that PACE financing provides with solar energy … PACE Financing Read More »

Wineries and Vineyards Are Adopting Solar and Batteries to reduce costs and ensure energy resilience

June 6, 2022

I am a huge fan of red wine, particularly California Cabernets!  Living in California for thirteen years will have that … Solar Powered Wineries & Vineyards Read More »

This SCE Commercial Customer Is Paying $7,000 A Month In Demand Charges!

May 26, 2022

Commercial demand charges for large businesses make up half of their electric utility bill!  It is important for executives and … Commercial Demand Charges Read More »

Tesla recently halted installations of its solar roof!

May 19, 2022

What is there to know about the Tesla solar roof? Tesla made its biggest inroads into this market when it … Tesla Solar Roof Read More »

We recommend replacing your roof prior to installing solar if it has 5 years or less of useful life

May 12, 2022

One of the biggest advantages to going solar is a solar re-roof.  Combining the two projects into one makes the … Solar Re-Roof Tax Credit Read More »

Home Solar Lease | Pros & Cons

May 5, 2022

What’s a home solar lease? Solar leases are fairly similar to car leases in that they are a form of … Home Solar Lease | Pros & Cons Read More »

What is a True-up Solar Bill?

May 2, 2022

One year after you go solar, you will receive a true-up solar bill from your electric utility.  This is because … What is a True-up Solar Bill? Read More »

California commercial solar requires union labor starting January 1st, 2024

April 22, 2022

What is a solar installer’s scope of work? Here are some of the duties of a solar installer: Plan PV … Solar Installer Scope Of Work Read More »

American Solar Panels

April 8, 2022

American solar panels are becoming more and more popular with consumers.  With each passing day, it seems that renewable energy … American Solar Panels Read More »

Stay on top of your solar system's performance with Enphase's Enlighten Manager!

April 1, 2022

Why is solar monitoring important? Solar panels sit on your roof for decades, silently making electricity from the sun, saving … What Is Solar Monitoring? Read More »