Key Takeaways Recent APS power shutoffs are a reminder that grid reliability is no longer guaranteed in high-risk fire zones. Solar + battery systems can keep essential home loads running during outages. Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events are becoming more common as wildfire risk increases. Climate change is driving more frequent, longer, and less … Read more
Key Takeaways New Enphase technology increases energy production and improves system reliability Battery storage turns your system into a 24/7 energy asset instead of daytime-only production A 25-year limited warranty provides long-term protection and predictability Upgrade paths exist for both Enphase systems and non-Enphase systems Why Upgrading Your Solar System Actually Matters Solar doesn’t have … Read more
As we step into a new chapter for clean energy in Arizona, recent elections involving the Salt River Project (SRP) have reshaped solar policies that directly impact homeowners. The shift in the board’s composition signifies a historic rejection of partisan influence and opens doors for enhanced solar initiatives in the state. Here’s what this means … Read more
Key Takeaways The data shows that fossil fuels have received significantly more government support over a much longer timeframe, including substantial indirect costs like health and environmental impacts. Even as renewable incentives are reduced or phased out, solar and wind remain among the lowest-cost energy sources without subsidies. The central takeaway: the real imbalance isn’t … Read more
Arizona Power Bills Could Rise 14% by 2026! Why Going Solar Now Makes Sense. Arizona Public Service (APS) has officially requested a 14% rate increase from the Arizona Corporation Commission, slated to take effect in mid-2026. For the average household, this means about $20 more per month, or $240 per year in additional electricity costs. … Read more
Final Call for the 30% Solar Tax Credit: What the New Law Means for Homeowners The “Big Beautiful Bill” changes everything. Here’s how to make sure you don’t miss out. If you’ve been on the fence about going solar, now is the time to get off it. On July 4th, President Trump signed into law … Read more
Located in the beautiful foothills of Central Arizona, Happy Jack Lodge & RV Resort has access to a great amount of sunlight. We worked with Happy Jack Lodge to put that sunlight to work through the installation of a 100,000 Watt solar array.
Solar Buyback Decrease Looms as APS Deadline Approaches Buyback Decrease New solar-qualified homeowners in APS territory should expect to see a 10% decrease in the value of home solar energy as the Arizona Corporation Commission nears their annual APS buyback hearing. However, homeowners this month are in a great position to be grandfathered at the … Read more
Great news for solar homeowners! The federal solar tax credit has been extended for 10 years as a part of the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law last week. This is huge news as the solar tax credit is a massive part of the solar investment, and it has never been extended for this long. … Read more
This month the California Public Utilities Commission, (CPUC) the governing body which oversees California’s utility companies, is making a decision on a new system for valuing solar. They call this new system ‘Net Billing’, and it is a proposed overhaul to the Net Energy Metering (NEM 2.0) system. This system has provided growth to the … Read more
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