We like to keep our customers informed of new events and developments in solar. Here's the solar news you need to know this week! Oregon solar advocates plot path to 4 GW of solar power in 10 years The Oregon Solar Energy Industries Association (OSEIA) has big plans on the horizon. Their goal is to ensure [...]
Why should I consider solar for my farm? Solar energy is becoming more and more profitable for farms of all sizes. Whether you’re a rural small business owner or a large-scale agricultural producer, solar power can help you decrease your costs and increase the value of your business. At Urban Design Solar, we're here to help [...]
Solar power has plenty of benefits for the environment and your bank account. But with Solatubes, the benefits don't end there. Studies show that natural sunlight can improve your mood, increase your productivity, and have a positive effect on your overall well-being. What if you could bring all those benefits directly into your home? Most [...]
There’s always a lot going on in the solar industry. We want to keep our Urban Design Solar customers informed of the latest and greatest solar news. Here’s our roundup of the biggest solar news this week! A Renewable Energy Journey in the Pacific Island communities in the Pacific are exploring the environmental benefits of clean energy. [...]
When you own a home, you think about how improvements will impact the value of your property. A great improvement for your home is getting solar panels. Solar is on the rise for businesses and home owners. Having solar will help you save every month on your electricity bill and add value when you sell [...]
We know your roof only has so much room to spare, and we want to be sure you get the best product to meet your needs. If you’re trying to decide between water-heating solar and electrical solar because your roof doesn’t have enough space for both, we recommend CoolPV. It’s the perfect solution to help [...]
At Urban Design Solar, we’re passionate about everything we do. We want to keep our customers informed about the latest innovation in the solar industry. Here’s our roundup of the biggest solar news this week! Solar power growth leaps by 50% worldwide thanks to US and China This year, the US and China were at [...]
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 [...]