What is net-metering and why is it so important for Solar?
Net-metering is a simple billing arrangement between you, the solar home or business owner, and your utility company. A net-metering agreement allows solar energy system owners to get credit for any excess energy the put back into the grid. These credits offset your usage when [...]
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Time Runs Out on Net-metering Bill AB560
How Much Does a Solar Permit Cost in Southern California?
Installing rooftop solar panels is becoming more affordable for homeowners in Southern California. While the material cost of solar modules is dropping, some municipalities are sill charging exorbitant solar permit fees, and others are waiving the fee altogether. So, how much does a solar permit cost in Southern California?
The Los Angeles chapter of the Sierra [...]
Residential Photovoltaics: Solar as an Investment
With the current State of the economy people are constantly looking for a low-risk place to invest their money. Edward Simburger, an electrical engineer and Solar Electricla Systems customer recently released a research paper that explores the valididty of solar as an investment vehicle.
In Mr. Simburger’s paper titled, “Residential Photovoltaics; An Investment Vehicle for Retiree’s [...]
Kyocera Solar Opens New Solar Manufacturing Plant
Solar Electrical Systems has been using Kyocera Solar Modules for over 10 years now because of their superior quality, efficiency, and innovation. This month Kyocera Solar inaugurated its second manufacturing plant in Mexico to produce solar photovoltaic modules. The president of Mexico along with several other Mexican officials were present for the ceremony, as well [...]




