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Best Solar Consultant
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Best Solar Consultant Best solar consultant — this is the person we all wish would show up at our door when we’re ready to go […]
Affordable Solar
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Affordable solar power is at the heart of the Green Collar Solar program? We’re creating more good jobs with affordable solar power through the Green Collar Solar Program. Now, homes […]
Lower Solar Cost
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Lower solar cost is the foundation of the Green Collar Solar℠ program? Lower solar cost will help the Green Collar Solar℠ Program create jobs. We are expanding the market for […]
Is solar leasing the answer for affordable solar power?
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Is solar leasing the answer for affordable solar power?
Recently, we’ve been looking for alternatives for solar leasing. Over the past year, solar leasing plans have changed. Lately, to achieve immediate savings on a utility bill, solar leases need to have a price escalator.
Solar power during a power outage
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Would you like to have solar power during a power outage without batteries?
If you said “yes” you’re not alone. Most people assume that having solar power on your home will automatically provide you with power in the event of a power outage. Unless you have battery storage this is not the case.
Is bigger always better? 5 things to consider when looking for a solar power system.
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Doing business with your neighbor…there are probably a number of qualified installers with a single location within 10 miles of your home.
How do solar panels make power?
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This Department of Energy video explains how silicon solar cells convert sunlight to electricity. The same technology used today was first developed by Bell Labs in the 1950’s, and while solar cells and other PV components have been refined, the basic technology has not changed.
LG Electronics – Neon Solar Modules
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San Diego County Solar is pleased to announce availability of the new, increased power 280 watt LG Electronics solar modules. This new offering from LG will lower the cost and reduce the available space needed for photovoltaic installations.
LG Electronics Solar Panels – SDCS – Encinitas
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If you’ve owned LG Electronics products, you’ve come to expect quality, performance and value in everything they manufacture. These same attributes LG Electronics has built into everything from telephones to washing machines are apparent in to their solar panels as well.
Local solar companies are the way to go for installation of solar panels
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Local solar companies are the way to go for installation of solar panels.
Once you’ve made the decision to install solar panels on your home, there are a number of solar companies to choose from. A homeowner’s choices range from small local solar installation companies specializing in solar electric systems to national home improvement companies offering solar installation as one of many services.
Will solar panel installation cost less in the future?
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I can’t say with certainty that it will cost less to install solar panels in the future. Today in San Diego, solar panels account for about 20% of the cost of a typical residential solar installation.
Encinitas Solar – City of Encinitas reduces or eliminates permit fees
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Beginning today, the City of Encinitas and EsGil Corporation have joined together to reduce or eliminate permit fees for energy efficiency, photovoltaic solar, electric car chargers and Clean Natural Gas home fueling systems.
Solar power for all – San Diego County Solar
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Not every home is well suited for solar power. Approximately half the population lives in rented property, some homes don’t have good sun exposure and nearly a third of homeowners don’t meet credit requirements to finance a solar power system.
San Onofre Nuclear Plant – San Diego County Solar Power
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It may be awhile before we see power generation at San Onofre nuclear power plant. The plant has been shutdown since January 31st, 2012.
San Diego Solar Power with LG Solar Panels and Enphase Microinverters
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San Diego County Solar recently designed and installed this solar power system for an Oceanside, CA homeowner. Power from the sun is harnessed by (17) LG 250w monocrystalline solar panels.
How Big Are Solar Panels?
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The size of a typical residential solar panel today is about 18 square feet, or a little less than 3-1/2′ x 5-1/2′. They’ll vary in size, depending mostly on the rated wattage and technology of a particular product’s solar cells.
What is Net Metering and how does it work?
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With net metering you earn credit for every killowatt hour (kWh) your solar energy system is producing. Any time your solar electric system is producing more power than you’re using, the excess will help power the utility company grid.
How Do Solar Energy Systems Work?
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Solar panels are placed in a sunny location, usually on the roof of a home or commercial building. When sunlight hits the solar panels they produce electricity in the form of direct current (DC).
Why Install Solar Panels?
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Once you install a solar electric system, there is no fuel to buy and you’ll generate your own electricity without polluting. There are a number of additional reasons to go solar, including: