2018 Edmonton Fall Home Show
Fall is in the air! We’re getting excited about the turning of the seasons, waking up to a crispness in the air, watching the brightly coloured leaves fall, and picking…
Top 10 Coolest Uses of Solar Energy 2018
While we love installing solar panels, we also love seeing the new and innovative ways others are using them! Check out some of our favourite ways solar is being put…
City of Edmonton Solar Rebate
For this week’s blog we wanted to give a shout-out to the City of Edmonton Change Homes for Climate Solar Program. Essentially, the program offers Edmontonians an additional municipal rebate…
Solar – A Global Observation
Consumed by local solar events, it is easy to forget how global industry trends can also affect us. The US tariffs on the solar industry, for example, are a powerful…
How Long do Solar Panels Last?
How long will solar panels last? When deciding whether or not to buy and install solar panels, cost is a major factor. You want to make sure you are getting…
Solar Panel Costs
Solar energy is an attractive option for many homeowners and business owners. The idea of reducing electricity bills, supporting sustainable practices, and increasing home equity are just a few of…
Can Solar Power my Home?
MYTH: Solar can’t power my home Without a huge solar PV system and battery bank – you are right. Grid-tied systems, however, don’t have to. How a grid tied system…
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Hiring a Solar Contractor
Okay, I’m in. How do I evaluate solar quotes? What is qualified vs. Fly by night The first thing to examine or look for when you are seeking a contractor…
URGENT: PACE Legislation changes needed
While we are super excited and strongly support the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, some crucial changes are needed in legislation to ensure the PACE program works as effectively…
What is a solar panel?
What is a Solar Panel? We keep hearing about renewable energy, and how solar panels can help home owners reduce their carbon footprint and save (or even make) money. But…