Posts by JP Solar
The World Needs Cleaner More Reliable Energy
If the ever-increasing wildfires, power outages and record-setting temperatures have proven anything, it’s that the world needs cleaner—and more reliable—energy. See how SunPower is helping to change the future.
Read MoreHow to Save Energy While Working From Home
Whether by choice or because our workplaces are closed, many of us find ourselves working from home these days. It’s not so bad. Turns out, WFH life has a lot of benefits: no more commuting and no more risking your lunch being stolen from the breakroom refrigerator, just to name a few. However, there is…
Read MoreHere’s How to Read Your SCE Utility Bill
Most people pay their electric bill each month without pouring over the details. Analyzing your utility bill may sound tedious, but it can give you some good insight into what you’re paying for. This can help you find ways to cut down on your energy usage and identify possible errors in the bill. If you receive an…
Read More3 Amazing Art Installations Inspired by Solar Energy
Solar energy can be many things: renewable, green, and cost-effective. But can it be art? Of course! More and more projects are cropping up in public spaces that prove solar energy not only helps power cities but also inspires creativity. Here are three installations that explore the cross-section of solar energy and artistic expression. Sonic…
Read MoreStudy Finds That Crops and Solar Panels Are Mutually Beneficial
There are several reasons to consider ground-level solar panels, including easier maintenance and more flexibility to position them for maximum efficiency, but new findings suggest they can also help produce a more bountiful harvest. A recent study by the University of Arizona found that some foods flourished under an array of PV panels. The experiment was conducted as…
Read MoreThe Great Debate: Rooftop or Ground-Mounted Solar Panels?
When it comes to solar panels, you have two installation options to consider: go high or go low. While most people choose the roof-mounted application for homes, some prefer placing their solar array on the ground. No matter which way you go, you’ll benefit from lower energy costs. Let’s take a look at the pros and…
Read MoreWhy Solar Energy is Good Business Sense
UPDATED: August 27th, 2022 You already know solar panels help reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, and that’s certainly a good thing. But how does it pencil out financially? After all, going green only makes sense if it saves green, as in dollar bills. Let’s crunch the numbers to determine if investing in solar is…
Read MoreWhat Makes Solar Panels Durable?
Why the Future of Solar is Exciting
Solar is an exciting technology that has been grown rapidly over the past decade. Innovation in technology and an increase in investment on all levels has solar energy on an exciting upward trend. There’s still more that can be done! Here are some of the exciting prospects for the future of solar. Uncertainty Of The…
Read MoreWhat is Net Metering and Why is It So Important?
Solar energy offers an opportunity to escape reliance on the grid. With California’s recent issues with blackouts due to wildfires, solar is the best way to avoid letting your family’s safety and comfort be decided by huge utility companies. This is especially true when combined with a solar battery. However, a solar installation does more than…
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