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Electricity Demand is Skyrocketing and We Aren't Prepared. So What Can You Do About It?

Historically, demand for electricity has been pretty stagnant. Over the past fifty years, the average energy rates have gone up about 4% per year right along with inflation, and service has been incredibly reliable. For most Americans, power outages haven’t really been a major problem. Those days ar...

Alex Hay
15.12.23 04:36 PM - Comment(s)
7 Things to Know Before You Buy or Sell a Home with Solar

    Quick question: Would you rather move into a home with a $200 a month average electric bill, or $10? One more question: Would you rather sell your house for 4-6% more AND 14-20% faster, or would rather it sit for longer and go for less? The answers are obvious, and that is why sol...

Alex Hay
28.09.23 01:52 PM - Comment(s)
Our Grid is Vulnerable, Here is How We Fix It

In an era marked by increasing reliance on technology and the pressing need for sustainable energy solutions, the security of the electric grid has emerged as a paramount concern. Traditional centralized power generation systems have served us well, but they come with inherent vulnerabilities that c...

Alex Hay
23.08.23 01:12 PM - Comment(s)
Top 5 Reasons Solar Ownership is Our Best Possible Future

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and rising energy costs, residential solar power has emerged as a beacon of hope, offering a transformative solution for individuals and society at large. By harnessing the power of the sun, residential solar empowers homeowners to take con...

Alex Hay
15.06.23 01:21 PM - Comment(s)
The Four Most Quoted Reasons Not to Go Solar

            I’ve been in home solar sales for seven years now, and it still always surprises me when homeowners decide against solar for their homes. Of course, I am biased and believe every home should have solar panels. But when you really thi...

Alex Hay
15.03.23 01:04 PM - Comment(s)
What You Need to Know Before Buying a Home Battery

Solar makes sense for most single family homes across America. Project Sunroof from Google showed that over 85% of homes are eligible for rooftop solar. The cost of buying your electricity, in the form of kilowatt hours (kWhs), has gone up 20% for the average homeowner since 2020, according to the W...

Alex Hay
15.12.22 03:10 PM - Comment(s)