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Solar TipsThe federal solar tax or investment tax credit which deducts 30% of the cost of setting up a solar panel system, was supposed to expire in 2023. Until 2033, when it will decrease to 26 percent, the 30 percent tax credit will still be in effect. The good news is that the ITC was extended […]
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Solar TipsWhether you go solar or not, everyone should make an effort to reduce energy usage for several reasons. If you get 100% of your electricity consumption from the grid, the less energy you use, the more money you save. And the friendlier you are to the environment. But if you get your power from solar
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Solar TipsBuying solar can be complicated and overwhelming. With so many options for panels, inverters, and finance options, it is easy to get an overload of information that prevents you from making a decision. Not to mention the horror stories of people getting scammed when buying solar panels. All this exp
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Solar TipsAre you always on the road or need to access power in emergency situations? A portable power station is perfect for emergency power needs. Portable power stations, what are they? Portable power stations are sealed battery packs that can be hand-carried without difficulty wherever you go. They are mo
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Solar TipsIf you've been researching solar panel systems, you may have come across companies that offer "free solar panel installation." Unless you were born yesterday, you probably know there’s no such thing as a free lunch or solars. What do solar companies mean when they say "free solar panels" What do mar
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Solar TipsHow much more would you pay for a house with solar panels installed? The value-add of solar panels is a common question. Unfortunately, the answer is less cut and dry than one would like. This blog will address whether solar panels add value to your home. There are conflicting reports on whether sol
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Solar TipsBefore installing your solar, consider what the best solar panel placement is. The direction of your roof impacts how much energy your solar panels can generate. Primarily, the goal is to place solar panels where they can generate the most power. But should you consider what time the solar panels ge
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Solar TipsNet metering is a program where NV Energy customers can use excess energy to offset their power bills. When your renewable energy system isn’t producing any electricity at night or on cloudy days, NV will provide you with electricity. When your system generates more electricity than your home consum
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Solar TipsCustomers may obtain credit on their account for excess generation when the amount of electricity produced by a solar panel system exceeds the amount of power consumed by Xcel Energy. Customers receive payment for any extra electricity generated. Let's first understand what Net Metering is. Your non
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Solar TipsWhen you install solar panels or an energy storage system, there’s an internet-connected or cellular-backed device that communicates with the solar or battery components. This information can be seen on your phone or browser. Some older systems didn’t come standard with monitoring, so you may not ha
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Solar TipsFirst, how does net metering work? Net metering allows you to receive a monetary credit for each unit of electricity your system produces but is not used or stored in your home. Customers that generate energy from their own solar panel system may be eligible to reduce their energy costs under Duke E
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Solar TipsThere is a growing trend in using electric vehicles or EVs in the United States. Recent data shows that about 2.3 million electric cars are in the US as of December 2021. We expect this number to grow, especially with the new solar tax credit. In the not-too-distant future, there will be another big
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