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SunPower by Green Convergence
What happens to my solar system on rainy or cloudy days? In sunny southern California, it’s easy to see why going solar can be a smart decision and worthy investment. But what about those not-so-sunny days? How do rain and clouds affect your system’s energy production? How does rain affect solar panels? How well do solar panels work on cloudy days? How it Works – Solar on Rainy Days Since solar ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
SunPower by Green Convergence is committed to excellent customer service throughout a client’s entire solar project…and beyond. After installation is complete, our Customer Support department continues to hold the client’s hand through the lifetime of their system. What Can We Do For You? Make Sense of Your New Utility Bill & Monitoring System. Utility companies don’t exactly make bills very easy ...
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Green Convergence Solar
One of the most significant reasons people make the investment in solar is the vast financial and energy saving benefits. Sure enough, one of the most important federal incentives of switching to solar is the ITC. What Is The ITC? The ITC is the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit . According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is currently a 30 ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
As new changes take place in the solar industry this summer, it’s important for you to know about Net Metering and the impact it will have on your solar installation. What is Net Metering? Net metering is an agreement between solar customers and their utility company, where the utility agrees to buy the electricity produced by their solar system as long as the system is less than 1,000 kilowatts. ...
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Nicholas Melonas
"Toys for Tots” is a charity run by United States Marine Corps Reserve that distributes toys to needy children during the holiday season. “Toys for Tots” was founded by reservist Major Bill Hendricks and has been collecting and distributing toys to children since 1947. In 1995 The Secretary of Defense made Toys for Tots an official mission of the Marine Corps Reserve. As of 2009 the United States ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
SunPower Corporation is celebrating its new loan program with a special offer available now until November 30th! Qualified LADWP customers can secure the lowest-ever monthly payments on a SunPower Equinox system featuring 360-watt panels – the world’s most powerful. Low interest financing terms: 10 years (2.49% APR) 15 years (3.49% APR) 20 years (3.99% APR) 25 years (4.49% APR). Fill out your ...
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Will Chen
To clean or not to clean, that is the question regarding solar panels. Maybe you are one of those who have researched solar and own a system for your home. You are now enjoying the benefits of it as your electricity bill gets slashed to pieces. You tell your friends what a great investment it is to go solar and how it not only affects the environment positively but it reduces your electricity bill ...
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Will Chen
Smart thermostats are increasing in popularity in homes across the U.S. The sleek-looking, energy-efficient, and customizable features of these thermostats make them desirable for homeowners who like the combination of clean aesthetics and energy savings. But not all smart thermostats have the same “smartness” in terms of compatibility, versatility, and controllability. Ecobee, a Toronto-based ...
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Will Chen
The new Tesla S model will boast a generous 315 miles on a single charge [1] . The Nissan Leaf allows drivers to float on to 107 miles with ease [2] . The BMW i3 can run 114 miles on a full charge [3] . Electric vehicles are making large strides because of the battery improvement that allows for longer distances in travelling. The horror stories of getting stranded in the middle of nowhere because ...
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Nicholas Melonas
On Friday, October 14, SunPower by Green Convergence had the privilege of hosting local Santa Clarita girl scouts at the Valencia Solar Design Center. Nadia Foley, one of our solar energy consultants, taught a Solar 101 course for the girl scouts about what solar energy is, how it works, and how it protects the environment. When the girl scouts arrived, Big Mouth Pizza Co. off Newhall Ranch Rd. in ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
SunPower by Green Convergence has been voted again as Santa Clarita’s Best Solar Installer and Roofing Contractor for 2016! This means that for 4 years Santa Clarita has voted us as the trusted solar installer for the SCV. As the winners of the Signal’s Best of for 2016 , we are proud to offer you the best solar panels in the industry with the best installations available for your home. At ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
Why do the majority of consumers choose to go solar? There are several environmental, home improvement, comfortability, and aesthetic reasons why residents decide to install solar on their home, business, or non-profit. However, one of the most significant reasons people make this investment is because of the vast financial and energy saving benefits. One of the most important federal incentives ...
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SunPower by Green Convergence
SunPower by Green Convergence is proud to announce the opening of our brand new SunPower Solar Design Center in Calabasas. The showroom, located in The Summit Plaza at the corner of Lost Hills and Agoura Road, opened to the public Thursday, September 15th. "At our SunPower by Green Convergence Solar Design Centers, visitors have the opportunity to explore innovative, high-quality solar energy ...
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Hannah C Langley
When choosing solar for your home or business, you want the best. But how do you know which brand and installer is best? Well, there are a lot of facts and figures you can wade through on your own. Or, you can save time and follow the example of America’s top scientific minds at NASA by choosing the same solar panels they trust to power their experiments. So what solar panels did NASA choose? If ...
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Hannah C. Langley
The prevalence of solar power is revolutionizing the way people think about power. The proliferation of solar panels on homes and businesses has been a huge boost to the job market and the economy in uncertain times. But many Americans remain unconvinced of solar’s benefits. Hopefully, that will change soon as more big brands, like the American Reading Company, with big brains and hearts start ...
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