Environment
A “knack” for Solar
Summer on Cape Cod isn’t complete until you’ve enjoyed a deep-fried seafood platter or freshly grilled burger at a weathered, seafood shack. Capturing that summertime nostalgia is what Michael and Van Haidas, owners of the knack, want customers to experience every time they walk into one of their restaurants. With locations in Hyannis and Orleans,…
Read MoreGround Mounted Solar: Residential Array in South Dartmouth, MA
Ground-mounted solar arrays are an excellent way to take advantage of unused land space around your home or business. This ground-mounted solar installation in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts will save its owner roughly $6,636 each year and produce 20,110 kWh of clean energy annually! That’s the equivalent of 144 tree seedlings grown for 10 years! Many South Coast homeowners appreciate…
Read MoreZero Energy Home Generates Big Savings
The homeowners of this zero energy home will save over $7,500 yearly. Located on the South Coast of Massachusetts, this solar array will generate 22,760 kWh of clean solar energy annually! That’s the equivalent of a homes’ energy usage for one year! Wondering what makes a zero energy home? It’s a home that’s so…
Read MoreResidential Solar in Fairhaven Helps Homeowner Save Money
The homeowners of this Fairhaven residential solar installation will save over $3,200 annually! Located in one of the most scenic seaside communities in Southeastern Massachusetts, this solar array stands to generate nearly 9,960 kWh of clean solar energy each year. That’s the equivalent of 7,802 pounds of coal being burned! Save money with solar In…
Read MoreResidential Solar Installation in Wareham Generates Big Savings
The homeowners of this Wareham residential solar installation will save over $5,000 annually! Located near Buzzards Bay in Southeastern Massachusetts, this solar array stands to generate nearly 15,519 kWh of clean solar energy each year. That’s the equivalent of 1,238 gallons of gasoline being consumed yearly! Save money with solar Wareham residents care about saving…
Read MoreResidential Solar in South Dartmouth Helps Homeowner Save Money
The homeowners of this South Dartmouth residential solar installation will save around $3,000 annually! Located in Southeastern Massachusetts, this solar array stands to generate nearly 8,537 kWh of clean solar energy each year. That’s the equivalent of 2.1 tons of waste being recycled instead of landfilled! Save money with solar In addition to saving the…
Read MoreDoes Solar Really Increase Energy Costs for Others?
If you’ve ever read about renewable energy on your local online message board, you’ve probably heard the claim that solar increases electricity costs for everyone else. The utilities’ trade association even ran a controversial television advertisement in which an actor stated, “I shouldn’t have to pay for my neighbor’s solar.” So – does solar increase…
Read MoreSeasonal Solar Energy Production: Fall Equinox
Fall Equinox marks the beginning of autumn, when days get shorter and the sun moves south in the sky. Don’t be surprised if you see a dip in your seasonal solar energy production this season – it’s perfectly normal. Prepare to use net metering credits The earlier the sun sets, the more energy we use…
Read MoreA Grandfather’s Plea to Save The Planet
Our customers are considerate, forward-thinking, and smart. While we often feature their homes and testimonials on our website, it’s less common that they write our blog posts. Recently, however, one of our Chatham, MA customers sent us this galvanizing call to prevent climate change. He put solar panels on his house to do his “little…
Read MoreSolar Battery Storage: The Future of Clean Energy
The Clean Energy Bill passed on July 31st mandates that Massachusetts must increase its clean energy storage dramatically by 2025. This means that solar batteries, like our Sonnen devices, are poised to become crucial components in the renewable energy systems of the near future. Read on to learn about why solar battery storage might make sense…
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