Beginning at the end of February, major telecommunications providers like AT&T and Verizon will phase out their support of more than 22 million 3G communications devices—including critical equipment some of our solar customers’ systems use...
As we move toward a grid system with a high share of renewables, the entire business model for electricity is changing. Since 2008, the global average price for a solar panel has fallen more than...
After you decide that solar is a great option for you and your family, the next question is simply: When should I go solar? ...
Meet Marine D. and Brad L. - Earth Scientists and Solar Energy Enthusiasts! For Marine and Brad, going solar was a necessity. Both are assistant professors of Earth Sciences at the University of Washington studying the impact of climate on...
Get excited! The future of solar is encompassing and fun. According to Forbes, “Of all renewable energy generation, solar PV is expected to grow the fastest from now to 2050.” Solar installation applications are flowing into grid interconnection...
The conversation for our solar customers often includes questions about how to back up your home during a power outage. No one wants to be powerless during a storm or other emergency and thankfully there...
Welcome to Solterra’s employee spotlight, where once a month we will interview a member of the amazing Solterra team! This month we talk to Aimee Carpenter, the owner and CEO of Solterra....
We’ve all been there. The sign on the side of the road says “last gas for 100 miles” and our empty light has just come on. Better pull over. Filling up on gas is ingrained...
What is the American Jobs Plan? US president Joe Biden has reached a bipartisan agreement with democrat and republican senators on a $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan. The American Jobs Plan is a new investment plan from President Biden and the...
As energy storage with solar installs becomes more popular and mainstream, we are seeing more companies entering the residential battery storage market. With increased competition, technology will progress more quickly and pricing will improve (spoiler...
