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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
If you’re considering going solar with your home and/or business, it’s a good idea to get acquainted with how solar panels work. Solar cells which are small, square-shaped panels made from silicon and other materials into thin layers. Solar cells are also referred to as “PV cells” or “Photovoltaic Cells.” Every day the [...]
So you want to go off grid? Here’s what you should know before you invest. First, get the right equipment. Batteries are essential in keeping your home running on days where sunshine isn’t abundant. If you truly want to go off-grid, you can’t be left at the mercy of the weather. That means owning [...]
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 [...]
Going solar is a big commitment an a big investment. Changing net metering rates (how you get credited for energy you create) and how far you live from the grid can make or break your decision to go off-grid or use a grid-tied system. A grid-tied system is connected to your local utility. You [...]
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing helps property owners that want solar but can’t afford the initial costs. PACE financing pays for 100% of the costs and allows up to 20 years to pay it back with low interest rates. If you want solar for your home, agriculture, hotel, retail, industrial, non-profit, PACE can [...]
It is good to be energy efficient. However, in off-grid PV systems, being energy efficient is a requirement. Here are a few things you can do to limit your energy usage and get more out of your off-grid PV system. Installing Solatubes skylights can reduce your electricity usage by allowing you to turn your lights [...]
If you are interested in adding a PV system to your business or home and want to enroll in the NEM program, you should start your paperwork now. NEM 2.0 is going to bring some big changes. The NEM Program, which allows residential, commercial, and agricultural customers to install and interconnect a renewable generator [...]