U.S. residential solar installer Sunrun said on Monday it will buy peer Vivint Solar for about $1.46 billion in an all-stock deal. The acquisition would roll together two companies with significantly overlapping business models and similar visions for a distributed energy future. Though Sunrun and Vivint Solar have slightly different geographic coverage areas, both install rooftop solar across…
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Solarponics: diffused grid turns to batteries
by Camas Frank | Nov 1, 2018 |Central Coast Journal With the shutdown of Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant being rolled out through 2025, and the State of California striving to meet 100 percent renewable energy goals by 2045, it’s time to start thinking about personal energy production and storage, not just our use, says…
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Swimming Safety: Tips and Considerations for Pools, Beaches, Hot Tubs, and More.
By DOMO REMAX Estate Properties – Swimming is a great activity that is enjoyed by many across the country. Whether it's at home, the beach, or the lake, swimming is a great way to cool off during hot weather or to remain comfortable in warm climates. Swimming also comes with a number of possible dangers that…
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Commercial Solar Energy News Briefs
05-27-20 Amazon Signs On For Another 410 MW Of Solar In United States. By Kelly Pickerel | May 21, 2020 Amazon’s commitment to reach 80% renewable energy by 2024 and 100% renewable energy by 2030 is still on track, with the company announcing five new projects in China, Australia and the United States. In addition to a 100-MW…
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9 Reasons Why Right Now Is A Great Time To Go Solar.
Nine Reasons Why NOW Is A Great Time To Go Solar. 1. Lowest Financing Rates EVER! There are currently some great financing programs that offer $0 down financing, and 18-mo. same-as-cash options with super low interest rates. Even though you won't save as much as if you pay cash for your energy system, you can finance with…
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Texas Goes Solar.
The State of Oil Is Falling in Love With Solar Energy IAM Newswire BenzingaApril 8, 2020 "Everything's bigger in Texas," as the saying goes. Texas generates most electricity in the U.S., and accounts for approximately 25% of the U.S. oil refining and natural gas industry. Texas is also on the verge of a renewables boom since it…
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Are you on the best base PG&E rate plan?
Could you save by switching to another rate plan? Take a quick look at your options. Find your best rate plan. Run your personalized electric rate plan comparison. Start Saving Energy Today. View Ways to Save Energy. Review Your Options. PG&E has three man residential rate plans that it currently offers; Tiered Rate Plan (E1),…
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This company wants to turn your windows into solar panels
What if every window in your house could generate electricity? One Redwood City, California-based startup thinks its technology can achieve that by transforming the way solar power is collected and harnessed.https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/30/tech/solar-windows-ubiquitous-energy-california/index.html
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