Solar power is a rapidly developing industry. With so much constant change, it can be challenging to know where to turn for the latest news. We want to keep our Urban Design Solar customers informed about recent events and innovations in the solar industry. Here’s our roundup of this week’s news in solar: NASA [...]
There are many changes you can make to your PV system to upgrade it and keep it functioning at its best. Keeping your solar panels clean and efficient is a great way to start. Making sure to clean off any debris or leaves, etc. There are many other solar efficient items you can change or incorporate. These clean [...]
This winter has brought our Urban Design Solar customers plenty of rain and snow, but you can still be confident in the performance of your solar panels. Here are the top five things to know to ensure you’re getting the best performance from your solar panels this winter. 1. Summer savings compensate for short winter [...]
Once you have your solar panels installed on your roof you may wonder how often are you supposed to clean them. Being exposed to the elements, you have to take into consideration snow, rain, dust, bird poop... As panels get dirty, their energy output decreases, providing you with less energy. Dust and wind-blown pollen [...]
There are a lot of solar myths and misconceptions. Many people don’t have all the information or don’t understand the concepts. Let's debunk some of those myths. Solar Panels are not allowed in my neighborhood. Look into it! A lot of people think that their Homeowner's Association won't let them install solar panels. Most states guarantee [...]
The NEM Successor program is under development by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). NEM applicants take service from this program when PG&E reaches the NEM program cap. PG&E files a monthly report with the CPUC in accordance with Public Utilities (PU) Code Section 2827(c)(4)(C). The NEM Program Limit Report provides the progress toward the [...]
So you want to to go off grid? Its a big commitment. But don’t worry your solar experts are here to help! Want to learn more? Read this So You Want to Go Off Grid?
Going solar is an investment. There are many financial incentives for going solar, from federal tax credits to PV buy down programs and public utility net metering, there are options to help you make solar a reality for your home or business. We listed the options that could potentially be available to you if you are in [...]
The NEM Successor program is under development by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). NEM applicants take service from this program when PG&E reaches the NEM program cap. PG&E files a monthly report with the CPUC in accordance with Public Utilities (PU) Code Section 2827(c)(4)(C). The NEM Program Limit Report provides the progress toward the [...]
For those of you that are already apart of the NEM program, as of August 9, 2016, these are the updates and changes you will need to be aware of. This is an overview of PG&E’s latest report concerning the latest info for the NEM program. Those of you that are new to solar, the [...]