Blog Posts in 2020
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A Big Solar Incentive Is About to Shrink
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Tax incentives that make it more advantageous for a company to go solar are about to be significantly reduced. It’s a good time to familiarize yourself with the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) because it’s going away, and so are significant potential savings. When Did the Solar Tax Credit Start? The ITC was enacted in 2006, and since then the U.S. solar industry has grown one hundredfold. In ...
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How Solar Panels Affect Your Home Value
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This week, SunPower by Green Convergence invites House Match Management to contribute to our solar blog with some interesting information about solar and residential resale value -SunPower by Green Convergence Do you want to increase your home's value? Not only do solar panels benefit the environment, but they also benefit your home's resale value as well. As more buyers are looking for ...
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What Is Cool Roofing?
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Most people think of a roof as something that protects from the rain, and a bad roof is referred to as a “leaky roof.” But in Southern California, there are other elements that beat down on the flat roofs of many commercial buildings more constantly and severely than rain: heat and sunlight. That’s where cool roofs come in. What Is A Cool Roof? A cool roof protects structures from rain, but are ...
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Three Reasons for Businesses to Go Solar This Year
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Commercial solar is a great investment for companies looking to lower overhead. Any low building with plenty of square footage can turn its roof into a powerplant, generating electricity that can be used on site, or traded with the utility for credit. But in these uncertain times, many companies are reluctant to make new investments. They don’t know what’s around the corner for the economy or ...
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How California's Solar Battery Backup Incentive Saves You Money
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Learn how the latest SGIP changes could benefit you The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is California’s first renewables incentive, created as a peak-load reduction program in 2001. The program’s goal is to reduce GHG emissions through lower electricity demand and purchases. In response to the rampant wildfires that have added huge uncertainty to California’s power grid, the SGIP went ...
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Become Energy Independent with a Solar Storage System
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Solar Power Backup Dramatically Reduces Your Reliance on the Power Grid. Want to have ultimate power? When you install a solar storage system in your home in Thousand Oaks, CA, you’ll be able to rely on power from solar batteries even when the grid goes out. Solar power backup systems, like the Tesla Powerwall and Sonnen Batterie, reduce your carbon footprint as well as your electric bill. These ...
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Why SunPower is the Right Choice for Your Solar Installation
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Not all Solar Panels are Engineered the Same Way When it's time to replace your automobile tires, you may not know exactly what to get. Of course, you can replace your tires with what came on your car and call it a day. Or you may do a little research and find a surprisingly broad array of tires that fit your vehicle, and not know how to choose. Do you go with Brand X or Michelin? What if Brand X ...
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Don’t Make These Mistakes During a Solar Setup
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Avoid making common mistakes that will derail your system performance While transitioning to solar power has a high return on investment since it saves on energy down the line, it can be daunting to take the first step in the setup process. Consulting a professional solar expert can ease any worries that you have and give you clarity on the installation process. It can also help you avoid common ...
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4 Reasons to Use a Trusted Tesla Powerwall Installer
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Learn why you should invest in a Tesla Powerwall for Your Solar Power System Not all solar batteries are created equal. The Tesla Powerwall is a solar battery system that can be customized to your energy needs. It can be charged with solar energy and reduces your carbon footprint as well as your electricity bill. Read our latest blog post to learn why you should trust a Tesla Powerwall installer ...
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Save On Energy Costs With A Solar Storage System
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Energy costs will go up as people stay at home and practice social distancing In the past few months, there have been many rapid changes throughout the world. One thing that will also change is your energy bill. You can expect your energy costs to go up if you or your family stays home to practice social distancing. If you want to avoid paying higher than average energy bills in the coming months, ...
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Should You Use a Roof Top or Ground Mount Solar Power Installation?
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Many Factors Go into Choosing the Right Option for Your Home Envision adding solar panels to your property. You very likely imagined adding the panels directly to your roof, as is standard in most solar power installations . Not all homes should be going with a rooftop mount for their solar system, though. Even though rooftop mounts are the go-to option, they're not ideal in properties with ...
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Get a Federal Tax Credit With a Solar Battery Backup
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Save money on taxes when you switch to solar energy There are many benefits to switching to solar energy, but a lesser-known benefit is that you can claim a portion of the cost of a solar system as a credit on your federal taxes. Not only can you get a tax credit for your solar energy system, but you can also get credit for any solar battery that you might install onto your system. Read on to ...
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Trust Green Convergence With Your Solar Residential Project
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Learn why Green Convergence is the most trusted solar dealer in Granada Hills Installing a residential solar system is a considerable investment. You must find an installation expert that you can trust not just in the short term, but for the entire lifetime of your solar system. Green Convergence is proud to be one of the highest-ranked solar providers in the Los Angeles area. Read our latest blog ...
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What Are the Options for a Solar Battery?
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Is a Tesla PowerWall or a Sonnen Solar battery right for your home? Solar energy has become increasingly popular in the residential sector as technology has advanced, making it more affordable. Solar power saves energy and cuts costs on utility bills. If you are thinking of making the switch, it might be challenging to choose which system is best for you. That questions becomes even more important ...
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SOLAR IS A COST SAVER, NOT AN EXPENSE (PAYING FOR SOLAR)
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“I’m not in a position to spend any money right now.” Homeowners are justifiably worried about bringing on any added expenses at this time of uncertainty. The effects of COVID 19 virus on the economy are still unknown. With families cutting household costs, why bring on an extra bill to pay? Because you are already paying it. Electricity bills are landing in the mail every month. That’s an expense ...
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