Although the US has seen a significant increase in solar-powered schools recently, there are tens of thousands more that could see benefits by making the switch. Schools are excellent candidates for solar conversion. Many campuses have large, flat rooftops on which...
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...
Farming and agriculture are integral to our country’s infrastructure, and solar energy is integral to sustaining that infrastructure in the coming years. With our increasing global population, more and more people need to be fed. This is increasing a demand for...
Industry Data, Trends, and Stats From 2019 and Beyond You probably won’t be surprised to hear that solar energy has experienced drastic growth in recent years. In fact, most of us see it used in our communities every day – from street signs illuminated by solar energy...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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%...
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...
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...