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CCE in the Star Tribune: Renewable Energy During COVID-19

CCE in the Star Tribune: Renewable Energy During COVID-19

Renewable Energy Can Help Your Businesses During COVID-19 Cedar Creek Energy has been hard at work bringing renewable energy to local businesses even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our teams have installed a number of solar arrays for businesses in the past several...

Minnesota is a Top 12 Solar State. Why that Matters During a Pandemic

Minnesota is a Top 12 Solar State. Why that Matters During a Pandemic

Minnesota tops many lists; magazines and websites have lauded our state’s access to parks, high school math scores, life expectancies, and even our bike trails. At Cedar Creek Energy, we’re particularly proud of one ranking: Minnesota is in the top 12 states for solar...

COVID-19 Action Plan from Cedar Creek Energy

COVID-19 Action Plan from Cedar Creek Energy

Clients and Friends,  During the new era of the COVID-19 pandemic we want to let our clients, vendors, and employees know about the specific measures Cedar Creek Energy is taking to keep projects moving forward while maintaining the health and safety of our crews and...

Affordable Solar Energy Spells the Beginning of the End for Coal

Affordable Solar Energy Spells the Beginning of the End for Coal

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...

Exploring Solar Power Growth in the USA

Exploring Solar Power Growth in the USA

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...

IRS 26% Tax Credit “Safe Harbor” for New Solar Energy Systems

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?

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...

Help Wanted: Companies Are Seeking Journeymen Solar Electricians!

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...

The Role of Solar Energy in a Growing Economy

The Role of Solar Energy in a Growing Economy

Minnesota installed enough solar panels in 2017 to power and run about 53,000 residences, and growth seems promising for this year, too. According to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, which is responsible for tracking solar installations, the state now boasts of...

What to Expect in Solar Energy in 2018

What to Expect in Solar Energy in 2018

While the growth and advancements last year in the field of solar energy as a renewable source of energy were vast, we look forward to 2018 with a renewed hope for even more homeowners and business owners to “go solar!” 2017 saw the global demand for solar energy...

2018 Xcel Energy Solar Rewards Program

2018 Xcel Energy Solar Rewards Program

Download Xcel Solar Rewards .PDF > Selling energy back to the grid will off-set the cost of your new solar array! As of January 2018, Xcel Energy is launching a new rewards program for customers who add solar panels to their homes and commercial buildings. Yes,...

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