A Peek Behind the Curtain A Solar Insider’s Perspective As many of you know, there has been a lot of volatility in the solar industry over the past year. The 30% residential tax credit went away, well sort of, as you’ll read about in another article in this newsletter. Around… Read More »A Peek Behind the Curtain
By now, many homeowners with SunPower systems have been notified that SunPower will no longer provide support through the mySunPower app, web portal, or 1-800 number. While SunPower will no longer be a resource for your equipment or leases, you’re not alone. HPE remains your primary contact for any questions… Read More »SUNPOWER SHAKE-UP WON’T RATTLE THE INDUSTRY
It’s come to our attention that the IRS has introduced a new policy involving audits of the solar tax credit. While this appears to be a standard procedure and there have been no issues with the tax credit itself, there has been some confusion about certification of the equipment. Many… Read More »IRS ENERGY AUDITING
As many of you have heard, the valley’s largest solar company announced on Friday that they are temporarily closing their doors. Sadly, this is neither the first nor will it be the last solar company to close its doors as a result of the net metering rules that the CPUC… Read More »ENDURING SOLAR CHANGES TOGETHER
It’s that time of year again when many people are receiving their settlement bills from SCE. As most of you know, individuals who went solar before April 2023 are billed monthly for taxes and administrative charges and receive a settlement bill at the end of the year for the portion… Read More »SOLAR BILLING DECODED
DID NEM 3.0 KILL ROOFTOP SOLAR? The answer is no. Due to NEM 3.0’s lower export rates, batteries paired with solar have become a necessity, which has led to higher initial costs. However, the return on investment (ROI) is the same now with solar and battery systems as it was… Read More »DID NEM 3.0 KILL ROOFTOP SOLAR?
Tesla’s best practices for managing power during outages aim to empower homeowners with the knowledge and tools needed to make the most out of their Powerwall systems, ensuring reliable backup power and energy independence during unforeseen circumstances. These guidelines cover how to optimize battery usage, conserve energy, and ensure your… Read More »TESLA’S BEST PRACTICES DURING POWER OUTAGES
POWER magazine recently published an article discussing the rise of renewableenergy, specifically with significant investments and legislative support. There aresome companies, such as Hot Purple Energy, that are doing good for ourenvironment. But from our perspective, articles like this are less fact and morefiction. Are our legislatures really teeing up… Read More »WILL CARBON-FREE RESOURCES THRIVE IN 2024?
16th Annual Desert Woman’s Show Saturday, February 17th | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Classic Club, Palm Desert If you like shopping, fashion, dynamic speakers, and tasty food and drinks, you won’t want to miss this event! This event is known to sell out every year, so we suggest getting… Read More »16th Annual Desert Woman’s Show
In our system checks, we’ve noticed that the recent tropical storm did quite a thorough job of cleaning up most of our systems. Thanks to this unexpected natural cleanse, we’ve temporarily paused our panel cleaning services. But don’t worry, folks! HPE’s panel cleaning services will be back up and running… Read More »Solar Panel Cleaning
If you haven’t had the chance to get acquainted with Cinnamon Energy Systems and their enlightening talk show, The Energy Show, we encourage you to give it a try! Each week, the host, Barry, delivers a concise and informative 30-minute talk show that delves into a wide range of energy-related… Read More »THE ENERGY SHOW WITH CINNAMON ENERGY
By: Nate Otto, as featured in Desert Charities News It is a well-known fact that supporting your local community and hiring local contractors go hand in hand. When you hire local contractors for your home improvement projects, you are not just improving your home; you are also sowing the seeds… Read More »HIRING LOCAL CONTRACTORS MEANS SUPPORTING LOCAL NOT-FOR-PROFITS