Solar Tax Credit, Energy Efficient Home Improvement, and more! This is the second post in a 3-part blog series breaking down what you need to know about the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). In today’s post, we’ll discuss the new and renewed incentives with the IRA....
It’s been a long time coming, but the Biden Administration has just passed the bulk of its climate agenda, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). But was it worth the wait? And will the IRA really make it cheaper and easier to go solar in your home? What about battery...
Conversations about climate change are driving all of us to closely examine how we live and the products we use. It’s not just the individual asking these questions, but companies of all sizes, too. Recent trends have shown consumers are looking to companies they...
Xcel Energy’s Solar*Rewards program is back, offering customers who add solar panels to their homes and commercial buildings a chance to earn money on energy their solar systems generate. Yes, you read that right, Xcel will PAY YOU for the excess electricity you...
Energy Rates are Rising As a business owner, managing your utility budget can feel like a tedious and stressful process on top of your many other responsibilities. To make matters worse, Xcel Energy recently announced a 20% increase in electricity rates over the next...
Xcel Energy, Minnesota Power, and Natural Gas Rates Increasing Winter in the Midwest generally comes with a rise in utility bills, but this coming year is shaping up to put a much bigger dent in your pocketbook than past seasons. As part of its transition towards more...
Cedar Creek Energy is thrilled to announce our very own Alex Gast, Vice President and Director of Operations at Cedar Creek Energy, has been elected to the board of directors of the Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA). As a leader at Cedar Creek...
Xcel Energy, MN Power, and Natural Gas Rates Increasing Brace yourself, Minnesota—it’s time to prepare for rising energy prices. According to reports from Minnesota Public Radio, over the next three years Xcel plans to raise energy prices to transition towards more...
Deciding to go solar requires a lot of thought, and farmers know it best: powering an agricultural business takes a lot of energy. However, at a time when our population growth and the progression of the agriculture industry are increasing demand for products, and...
Now that students are back in the classroom, we’re looking at the benefits of powering schools with solar energy. Why Solar Energy for Schools and Universities? School is where the next generation prepares for their turn to lead. They gain the knowledge to make their...
Have you ever heard the phrase “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket?” Well, the same idea applies to energy. For folks whose energy comes from a utility-scale facility, aka “the grid,” they risk losing power during outages. Reliance on the grid equals vulnerability....
In our great state of Minnesota, solar is a fantastic option for energy savings and carbon reduction. But, making the switch to solar is a big decision. And the need-to-know’s tend to vary from state to state. Thankfully, your local Cedar Creek Energy company is an...