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Do I Need a Main Panel Upgrade (MPU) for My Solar Installation?
As solar energy becomes an increasingly popular option for homeowners and businesses alike, many people are eager to make the switch to cleaner, more sustainable power. An often overlooked component of solar installations is the condition of your home’s electrical system, especially the main electrical panel. If your existing electrical panel can’t handle the additional…
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Solar Energy & Direct (DC) Current or Alternating (AC) Current
Introduction to Solar Power and Electrical Current Solar energy is rapidly growing as a clean, renewable resource that reduces our reliance on fossil fuels. As homeowners and businesses alike invest in solar panels, a common question arises: do solar panels generate alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC)? Understanding this is key to appreciating how…
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Utility Export Rates Explained
Export rates replace net metering, determining the compensation for surplus solar energy your system feeds back into the grid. Typically, these rates are lower than standard grid electricity costs, so generating and exporting excess power may not be as financially rewarding when compared to net metering. Additionally, this backdrop highlights the strategy of potentially opting…
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SRP Solar Program Rate Plan Overview
For customers going solar in the SRP territory, SRP offers two types of Solar Rate Plans – Demand-based or Export-based – and each of these has two options, for a total of four different Solar Rate plans that a customer can choose from. Below, we’ll discuss each plan type in detail, empowering SRP customers to…
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APS Solar Program Rate Plan Overview
Process of Going Solar in APS When going solar with Arizona Public Service (APS) solar program, a homeowner can expect the following steps to take place which are primarily handled by the installer: APS Solar Program Once a homeowner goes solar, they must choose between two solar-specific rate plans: These Rate Plans have Seasonal Energy…
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Solar Buyback Rate Cuts: A Step Backward for the Solar Industry
The recent vote by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) solar buy back rates cut has raised widespread concerns. This decision will have a significant impact on homeowners with rooftop solar installations and the broader solar industry. In this blog post, we will delve into the details of this decision, explore its implications, and discuss why…