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Georgia Power Net Metering Now Available
Georgia’s solar panels provide a free and clean renewable energy source. While Georgia may not have the best solar incentives in the nation, we are making some progress. In 2019, a resolution passed by the Georgia Public Service Commission mandated monthly net metering for Georgia Power’s solar customers. This decision mandates Georgia Power to credit…
Read MoreSolar for Nonprofits: The Fuller Center for Housing Going Solar
Early success for the founders of The Fuller Center for Housing was achieved in their 20s. Yet even at a young age, they recognized their fortune wasn’t resulting in happiness for them so they submitted their wealth to serve in ministry. Their journey led them to establish an affordable housing campaign worldwide and, ultimately, transformed…
Read MoreSolar Power Savings: Eliminating Your Electric Bill
At this point in our planet’s history, we are quickly approaching a unique turning point. It’s our responsibility to be good stewards of the way we treat the planet and the resources we take from it. We have an opportunity before us to turn to free and clean renewable energy sources to produce electricity. Solar…
Read MoreThermal Solar vs PV Solar
While most know that there are many renewable energy sources available on the market today. However, many people are unaware that there are different types of solar energy technologies. This includes solar technologies such as thermal and photovoltaic solar. Both involve the conversion of the sun’s rays into energy for the home’s consumption. Also, there…
Read MoreDebunking Top Solar Energy Myths
Setting the record straight about solar energy. One of the big questions floating around today is the ability to get energy to everyone across the globe. We saw first hand the power of nature in Texas this year, which caused the topic to spark attraction again. Many are now asking, what are our other options…
Read MoreAre solar backup batteries worth the cost?
Live life uninterrupted with solar backup batteries and their power. A couple of good questions to ask when choosing if a battery is right for your home: Are you wishing to save on utility costs? Do you intend on reducing your carbon footprint? Would you like the peace of mind in outages, blackouts, and natural…
Read MoreHOAS Restricting Solar Panels: Can You Go Solar if You Live in an HOA Neighborhood?
Many homes in Georgia fall within a Homeowners Association which is considered as a coalition of homeowners governed by a neighborhood-based voluntary board that oversees community services. Including the preservation of common areas, the creation and implementation of community guidelines (architecture), and more. In order to ensure that all homeowners abide with them an elected…
Read MoreSolar Scams: Deceptive but Legal Solar Practices
Solar energy is on the rise in Georgia. Recognizing this growing demand and low solar prices, solar companies from far and wide have been opening up in Georgia. Although some of these new solar companies are welcome additions. As they are helping to broaden the substantial solar energy market in Georgia. However, there are others…
Read MoreDo Solar Energy Savings Pay Off?
Harnessing sunlight for electricity is now more affordable than ever. But will it save you money? Around 2009, the cost of an installed residential solar energy averaged between $25,000 to $35,000 per home, according to Evergreen Solar – National Council for Solar Growth. Compare this to 2016 when Evergreen Solar – National Council for Solar…
Read MoreTop Reasons to Turn to Solar Energy
Many Georgians are turning to Solar Energy, here are a few of the top reasons why. Solar power (or solar photovoltaics) is now cheaper than ever before. According to Freeing Energy, there are three main factors that drive solar energy prices. Increasing efficiencies, increased demand for larger manufacturing scale, and decreasing raw material prices.Bill Nussey,…
Read MoreFederal Solar Tax Credit 2020
On August 8th, 2005 George W Bush signed into law the Energy Policy Act of 2005. After first being passed by congress in July 2005 it then became effective in February 2006. The act aimed at combating increasing energy issues. Its enactment has modified US energy policy by offering tax benefits and loan guarantees for…
Read MoreKeep the Power On with Solar + Energy Storage
Thousands of Georgians are Turning to Solar and Batteries for Energy Security Many homes and businesses across Metro Atlanta lost power early Monday. Extreme winds and storms swept through the region knocking out power lines, causing widespread power outages. However, for hundreds of Georgia residents solar and battery storage systems are keeping the lights on.…
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