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Here's a shocking news bulletin - PG&E is raising their rates AGAIN. If you think about the rate increase that began with the new year, you are behind by a few months. PG&E did announce a rate increase for their millions of residential residents in California that would go into effect in January 2022.

You want a solar energy company committed to its customers by offering the best information, providing exceptional service, and going beyond normal expectations. You want a company invested in your project long after the solar panel installation.

Solar energy is better for the environment. That is an indisputable fact. The sun has been “energizing” the planet and its inhabitants for eons before fire, candles, and light bulbs. Solar energy does the job without added “side effects” from the (over) use of fossil fuels. Green energy is cleaner, safer, better. 

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"Corporate greed in California" might sound like an overly-used TV or movie plot. However, it is also a sad reality for a state that is the home to more than 600 corporations, including the largest power company in the United States (PG&E). Greed in business is never a good thing, but it seems especially more heinous when the commodity is energy.

Solar power is popular in California because we have so much sunshine all year. Why not utilize what’s already free and make it work for us, right?

We want to share with you some breaking news in the world of solar energy and Tesla Panels.

Solar power is the wave of the future. And having access to it is a sure way to not only create a cleaner and greener future but save you money and keep you less reliant on energy companies.

If you’ve recently acquired solar panels or are interested in potentially adding them to your home or business, you may wonder about the care and upkeep of them.

Did you know that the US has had over two million solar panel installations? Those numbers sure say a lot about the future of solar: People want it, and it's not going away anytime soon.

Maybe you're in the market for solar panels. And with the research you've done, you can see plenty of talk for both sides of the solar investment argument. Are you wondering if solar panels are right for you? Let me go over some of the reasons why solar panels are worth the investment and why you should think about adding them to your home.

If we learned anything from the unpredictably cold weather and power shut-down of Texas in February of 2021, it’s this: living off the grid (or mostly off the grid) can potentially save your life!

On March 1st, PG&E implemented an 8% rate increase for their customers. This hike was approved by the California Public Utilities Commission, a state agency that regulates California's utilities, after a long battle between the utility company and multiple consumer advocacy groups.

Although these California blackouts aid in protecting wildlife and human beings, it also means a decade of darkness for Californians.

In this article we talk about the top 5 leading companies that are dominating in solar energy. How much power do you think is require to sustain a large company?

With what has been dubbed by many as a year of energy crisis exacerbation in 2019, it’s hard to imagine exactly what’s to come next. Luckily, there are people like energy consultants to help you navigate the murky waters of home energy consumption.

As if the recent power shutoffs by PG&E Electric company weren’t enough, PG&E electric rates are set to go up again coming up in the very near future. But what does this mean for your future?

Clean energy is disrupting the traditional energy market along with California’s commitment to getting all of its energy from climate-friendly sources by 2045.

Bright Planet Consulting got to take in a little part of the Bay Area’s history concerning the tech giant, Mark Zuckerberg.

Making the switch to solar power may seem complicated, especially if you’re completely unfamiliar with how the technology works or how it can be best suited to your home. But hiring a professional solar consultant you can trust is the first step to taking the guesswork out of going solar.

If you're looking to make a positive change in your world, you can start by thinking about your carbon footprint. In fact, there are some real-world solutions for ways to reduce your carbon footprint, plus many benefits which include big money savings!

The planned PG&E blackouts are coming soon, and many California residents are completely unaware of it. Being dependent on the power grid means you are at the mercy of power companies, and that's no way to live.

Installing solar panels can dramatically improve the resale value of your home and ensure your property spends less time on the market simply because Future buyers know they can benefit from guaranteed savings.

There are many different ways to finance a solar photovoltaic (PV) installation. As a homeowner, you may feel overwhelmed by some of the confusing information out there, but it’s important you understand how each financing option works.

Solar energy obviously reduces your monthly utility bills and your carbon footprint. There are many advantages (and even disadvantages) to consider installing solar panels.

In the wake of PG&E's bankruptcy filings, we’ve started receiving questions about how this could impact electricity bills moving forward. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t encouraging.

The residential solar market is more competitive than ever - especially with the ability to control utility bills and reduce your carbon footprint. Download our free solar buying guide to help you avoid under or over priced solar quotes.

A number of government incentives exist and are designed to speed up this transition to a greener and more sustainable future. One of the most popular subsidies is the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

Since 2010, the cost of installing solar has fallen by more than 70%. But how can Bay Area residents make going solar even more affordable?

Going solar is a hefty investment for many California homeowners. You want the benefits of installing solar, but you feel that you're unable to afford it. In this post, we explore if solar panels are worth the investment for you.

If you’re like most Bay Area homeowners, you already know that going solar can save you money. But despite these potential savings, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with solar panel options.

You already know that going solar can save money on your electricity bills. But how many panels do you actually need for your home now and for the future?

One of the questions we receive most often is whether it’s better to buy solar panels or lease them instead. However, there is no clear-cut answer.