3 Ways to Decide if Solar is Right for Your Home
So, you’ve heard about solar energy and how beneficial it can be, but you may be unsure if you can make it work for your home. Maybe you’re not even sure where to start, and it’s discouraging. Almost discouraging enough to make you give up the dream of a solar powered...
Solar Microgrids and How They Help Our Communities
Solar energy is a great way for both homeowners and eco-friendly businesses to increase their energy independence. But most solar arrays remain connected to the grid, which means they lose some of their convenience when the grid loses power. This is because solar...
IRS 26% Tax Credit “Safe Harbor” for New Solar Energy Systems
Minnesota Businesses Benefit from IRS 26% Tax Credit “Safe Harbor” for New Solar Energy Systems Committed To In 2019 It isn’t often that the IRS hands businesses in Minnesota – or anywhere else – a gift. But that just happened. The 26% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for...
The Future of Oil vs. Solar Energy – Which Is the Smart Choice?
Environmental Faceoff: Oil vs. Solar Using gasoline to power vehicles has been the popular choice in the United States since motor vehicles went mainstream. But have you ever stopped to think about whether there’s a more economically and environmentally friendly...
Cedar Creek Energy Completes Minnesota’s Largest Solar Project
Brooklyn Park Goes Solar! Our goal as a Minnesota solar energy installation company has always been to provide energy-efficient solar energy solutions with a great ROI to any organization or homeowner who would like to save money and help the environment. From...
Free Electricity in Minnesota? Almost, With a Power Purchase Agreement
One of the best-kept secrets about acquiring a solar energy system is that installing one at a commercial or government facility can be done without spending any money – ever for anything, other than for the cost of the energy actually used. It is accomplished by...
Help Wanted: Companies Are Seeking Journeymen Solar Electricians!
Have you been looking for a new career where you can give back to your community and the environment while earning an impressive starting salary? Consider becoming a solar electrician! This is a great career choice for anyone who wants to stay on the cutting edge of...
How to Take a Cross-Country Trip with Your Electric Vehicle
Now that school is out and the weather is glorious, you might be considering a road trip. You’re not alone: around 50 million Americans are planning to pack up the family vehicle and take a vacation this summer. Spending some quality time as a family is certainly an...
How the Energy Boom Has Affected St. Cloud’s Businesses and Local Government
Looking at Minnesota’s statewide energy statistics, it’s clear that sustainable energy has become exponentially popular. Solar energy currently provides 2% of the state’s power, but the goal is to reach 10% by 2030. Even though wind energy makes up an impressive 18%...
Store Your Extra Solar Energy with Tesla’s Powerwall
Tesla Powerwall = 24/7 Solar Independence Did you know that you can store surplus solar energy to supplement your system’s output when there would otherwise be no energy available? This is made possible through battery storage systems such as Tesla's Powerwall. When...
Solar Energy Brings You Round-the-Clock Sustainability
When discussing sustainable energy options like solar panels, inquiring minds often wonder: Does solar work at night? Well, it depends. If your question is whether the solar panels are generating energy at night, the answer is no. Since solar panels absorb the energy...
Solar Energy – Just Look How Far We’ve Come!
Living in the year 2019, it’s easy to take solar energy for granted. We have access to affordable equipment, qualified solar installers, and even great financing options. But it hasn’t always been this easy. Solar energy’s potential has been known for longer than you...