Why Now is the Perfect Time to Go Solar
The cost of going solar gets cheaper every year. This raises the question among homeowners—should I switch to solar now or wait to take advantage of lower installation prices? Every year that you delay in your decision to go solar is another year that you miss out on many financial returns, otherwise known as your solar opportunity cost. What you save on upfront costs could be outweighed by the financial returns you would have received within that time frame.- Sun Path Electric
Should You Remove Trees for Solar Panel Performance?
Trees and solar have a similar effect on the environment when it comes to mitigating carbon—but they do not always get along. Trees cause shading and reduce the output and efficiency of solar panels. In most cases, trimming just a few branches may suffice. However, maximizing solar benefits could also mean cutting down a tree or two. Does it ever make sense to cut down carbon-absorbing trees just for solar? The answer is, surprisingly, yes. Here is some information that could help you make the right choice.- Sun Path Electric
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Is Your Roof a Good Match for Solar?
With solar installation becoming an affordable option for many, it comes as no surprise that it’s considered the fastest growing energy source in the world. In the last decade, solar energy has seen an average annual growth rate of 54%. As homeowners begin the process of solar shopping, one of the first questions asked should be: “How suited is my roof for solar panel installation?” The good new is, solar panels are designed to be compatible with most types of roofing.- Sun Path Electric
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6 Facts Your Power Company Doesn’t Want You To Know
Many people are still afraid to go solar because of the misconception that it is highly expensive to do so. The truth is, the cost of going solar is decreasing so rapidly that it is now cheaper than coal. Your power company knows this—as well as the fact that many could be eligible to get huge discounts on electricity for the next 20 to 25 years. Of course, they will not tell you these things. They won’t make profit from a solar-powered home. Below are other facts your power company doesn’t want you to know.- Sun Path Electric
5 Solar Power Myths Debunked
With energy hikes threatening our financial stability, consumers are considering renewable energy sources to save money. Switching to solar is a very attractive option for U.S. homeowners. Solar panels reduce the dependency on local electricity grids thus, lowering or completely eliminating energy bills. However, there are still many myths about solar energy that prevent people from taking a closer look at the benefits of solar power. We’ve compiled a list of the most common misconceptions about solar energy and debunked them.- Sun Path Electric
Tech Giant Signs Its First Clean Energy Deal in Asia
Following Apple Inc.’s initiative to go solar, Microsoft confirms its first ever renewable energy deal in Asia. The tech giant has partnered with Singaporean solar firm, Sunseap Group, for a planned 60 megawatt-peak solar portfolio. The 20-year contract will focus on serving datacenter energy consumption. Microsoft announced on their official blog that they purchased 100 percent of the renewable output from Sunseap’s rooftop solar project to power their datacenter operations in Singapore.- Sun Path Electric
