Thanks to the widespread availability and affordability of solar energy, many experts believe the 2020s will be the last decade of widespread coal usage in the United States. It is no longer profitable for power companies to be using coal and other fossil fuels when...
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Get Your Free Solar BidSolar Power Purchase Agreements are a Great Option for MN Commercial Buildings
Solar power purchase agreements are becoming highly sought after for many commercial energy clients in Minnesota and throughout the country – and with good reason. A solar power purchase agreement (PPA) is a financial agreement that can save businesses and other...
Solar Energy is Smart for MN Manufacturing and Distribution Companies
Most Minnesota businesses are always on the lookout for new ways to appeal to potential clients, save money, and leave a positive impact on the community. I’d wager a bet that you – a decision-maker at a manufacturing or distribution company – are no exception. Your...
5 Reasons Solar Energy is Smart for Landlords
Residential solar energy is the single most efficient form of power available to homeowners. But single-family homeowners aren’t the only ones who can reap financial and environmental benefits through the use of solar panels; real estate developers and property...
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...
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...
The Benefits of Running a Minnesota Solar-Powered Business
As a Minnesota business owner, I’m sure you’re always looking for new ways to appeal to potential clients, make your company’s values known, and save money. And as a big fan of sustainable energy, I’m here to tell you solar can do all that and more for your business!...
How Cedar Creek Energy Determines the ROI of Solar Energy
Cost and ROI are important considerations for anyone who is considering installing a solar energy system. Both business owners and residential customers can expect huge savings by generating their own free energy from the sun instead of pulling energy from the grid....
Net Metering and How It Works
Net metering is commonly utilized by energy companies nationwide as a response to the huge increase in sustainable energy clients. It is a type of billing which benefits consumers by allowing them to receive credit for the surplus energy their energy system produces...
Top 5 Reasons to Go Solar Now
There is no time like the present to go solar. There are numerous benefits to choosing solar in 2018, with many new perks cropping up. This makes it an ideal time for you to switch your home or business over to a solar energy system. Read on to discover some of the...
Xcel Solar Rewards Offers Big Perks for New Solar Arrays
Whether you are a business owner concerned with ROI or a homeowner who is simply hoping to cut your monthly bills, the numbers add up with Xcel Energy’s solar incentives. Luckily, if you have been dragging your feet to have a solar energy system installed, now is the...
Investing in Commercial Solar Panels
The commercial solar energy industry is booming. Solar panels are becoming a popular option for renewable energy with many companies, whether large or small. These companies know that the benefits of investing in solar are numerous. By installing solar panels for your...