UPDATED NOVEMBER 2022 The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) recently released new guidance on Net Energy Metering (NEM) 3.0 that could greatly impact people interested in getting solar. The proposed changes include: A monthly grid access fee of $15/month when switching to solar. Export rates will decline significantly in the range of 3 to 6 cents per KwH. There will …
How Do Solar Systems Work?
Solar systems are popping up everywhere these days—at schools, wineries, and homes across the country. You can see the panels on roofs and ground mounts and in parking lots. If you have a solar system, you can also see how much they can reduce your utility bill. But have you ever wondered how they work? How do they convert sunlight …
A.M. Sun Solar Donates $10,000 to Jack’s Helping Hand at Annual Golf Tournament
A.M. Sun Solar—the top solar system installer in San Luis Obispo County—proudly donated $10,000 this month to Jack’s Helping Hand, a Central Coast nonprofit dedicated to supporting medically fragile children and their families. A.M. Sun officials presented the funds to founders Paul and Bridget Ready at the 11th Annual Jack’s Helping Hand Golf Tournament on Friday, Sept. 16 at Cypress …
A.M. Sun Solar Creates a Custom Solar Solution for SōNA Estate
Dennis Brown is a very thorough person. As the CEO of Bumrungrad International Hospital in Thailand, he successfully oversaw every element of a leading medical facility. He did that through countless hours of detailed planning and hard work. Now retired from the medical world, Brown channels that same business-savvy energy into his Paso Robles property, home to SōNA Estate and …
Claim Your 30% Solar Tax Credit Now to Save Big
Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act is spurring some significant changes in the solar industry. The act includes thousands of dollars in tax credits and rebates for people who install solar panels, buy electric vehicles, or make energy-efficient upgrades to their homes. First, the Investment Tax Credit has been increased from 26% to 30%. This means people who install solar …
Are Solar Panels Good for the Environment?
This question might sound like an oxymoron, but it’s one we get frequently. As the solar industry continues to grow, some people have raised concerns about how it will impact the environment. Big picture: Yes, solar panels are great for the environment. They provide a highly efficient, sustainable form of energy (and save users money!). You just have to choose …
