The best way to charge your portable solar battery depends on how you want to use it. A portable solar panel will charge Goal Zero’s Yeti 3000 in roughly a day or more. One reason they do not last very long and they take a long time to charge is because they are engineered for […]
Category: RENO, NEVADA
Understanding NV Solar Power Laws
What you can do with your Nevada solar panels depends on the laws and regulations of your state, utility company, and federal law. Furthermore, these regulations can either make or break the affordability of solar panels. Off-grid Solar Laws in Nevada Often when people think of residential solar, they assume it means they can free […]
Reno Solar Capacity Factors
When it comes to solar capacity in Reno, Nevada, there are several factors that play into it. These include net metering rates, current solar capacity, solar carve out, and utility assets. Reno Nevada Net Metering Rate Tier Reduction In Nevada, the main utility, NV Energy, has a rate set to reduce after every 80 megawatts […]
The Nevada Solar Incentive That Most Overlook
Incentives are a large reason why solar is an affordable option in Nevada. Most of these, however, are dependent on the solar policy of the state and local utility company. If you don’t have good policy in place, incentives won’t make a difference. Before you can look at solar savings you need to know if […]
Reno NV Photovoltaic Usage Monitoring
Having solar-generated power brings excitement, especially when you can see the difference in your power bill. Before we review monitoring, however, we need to understand how metering works in Reno, Nevada, and other surrounding areas, like Carson City. Reno Solar Panel Metering Expectations Photovoltaic systems help Reno and Carson City residents to produce their power […]
Nevada’s Salt Solar Project vs. Solar Panels
In the past decade, there have been many new renewable energy innovations. These new ideas have given rise to the emergence of concentrated solar power (CSP). Nevada’s Crescent Dune Solar Energy Project Contrary to popular belief concentrated solar power doesn’t use solar panels. The Crescent Dune CSP generates and stores heat with salt, steam, mirrors […]
Replacing Nevada’s Coal Mines with Residential Solar
Many have been fighting against coal mines for years. Coal burning releases toxic gases and drains local water resources. Finding a solution that is less damaging is vital to the future of our environment. Nevada Solar: Dead or Alive? Policy to help promote renewable energy in Nevada has been a bit of a rocky road […]
Solar Topics Reno Residents Ask About the Most
We provide solar so Reno natives can have freedom, convenience, peace of mind, and additional savings. As a solar company still ingrained in the philanthropic mission upon which we were founded, we are driven to make your life better through solar-powered homes, battery backup, emergency preparedness, and solar plus services. Solar Panel Information for Reno […]
What Homeowners Can Learn from Solar Energy Farms in Nevada
Solar farms lead the way in solar installations by kilowatts. Installing anything in mass often comes at a far cheaper price per unit. Residential solar sales, however, still offer significant returns on investment, making them a solid investment for Nevada homeowners. Over the years, residential installations have increased due to the federal tax credit and […]
2019 Guide to NV Energy Approved Solar Installation
Getting solar for your home can be a pain if it isn’t done right. Knowing your Utility’s expectations is vital to getting a solar array installed. NV Energy Solar Array Sizing Stipulations Your utility can make or break a solar installation. Every utility has different array sizing stipulations. Before you can even start your application […]
Nevada Solar Energy’s Important Ballot Measures in 2018
November 6th of 2018 may prove to be a historical moment in the lives of Nevadans and solar power in the Silver State. Two important measures are being voted and what you decide will sway the outcome. Question 3: Deregulation of Nevada Electricity Currently, Nevada is a semi-regulated state. Over the years NV Energy has […]
Why Reno Nevada Solar Panels Mean Social Status
Free Custom Solar Quote Solar has become the main renewable energy for residential installs across the world, and in Reno Nevada as well. Although solar is spreading among all, the wealthy seem to have a particular interest in it. The Purpose Behind Wealthy Reno Solar Purchases Historically the wealthy were the only ones that could […]
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