Category: Home Solar

EmPower Solar

May 28, 2021

Vision LI Main Street News: Interview with David G. Schieren, EmPower Solar CEO

Eric Alexander, Director, Vision Long Island sat down with David G. Schieren, CEO, EmPower Solar to discuss the current state of solar on Long Island,...

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Home Solar

May 14, 2021

The Importance of Solar Energy

There’s no denying the importance of solar energy. The return on investment of going solar is highly valuable, and not just financially, but for the...

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Batteries, Storms and Resiliency

Apr 30, 2021

Tesla Announces Updates to Powerwall Policy and Software Upgrades

Tesla’s Big Solar and Storage News As of last month, Tesla’s online ordering portal began accepting orders for new Powerwall units only when paired with...

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Home Solar

Mar 30, 2021

How Many kWh Should you Plan for your EV, Geothermal, Heat Pumps and Other Large Loads?

In our last blog post, we explored how many solar panels you need for an average home. This week we are going to look at...

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Mar 08, 2021

How Many Solar Panels Do You Need?

When considering solar, the first question our clients usually ask is – how much will a solar panel installation cost? This simple question has a...

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Home Solar

Jan 15, 2021

How Does Going Solar Save You Money?

When considering going solar, one of the biggest advantages is saving money. On average, our solar systems pay for themselves within 4-7 years when purchased...

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News

Jan 04, 2021

How Does the Federal Solar Tax Credit Work?

History of the Solar ITC Originally established by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the 30% ITC (Investment Tax Credit) has been a success in...

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Utility News

Nov 23, 2020

Why is My Electric Power Bill So High?

PSEG LI + ConEd Customers "My PSEG LI bill is too high! It's literally five times what it was last year.” "Am I crazy, or...

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Home Solar

Aug 22, 2020

Home Solar and Battery Backup for Reliable Energy During Outages

Be Prepared for the Next Storm with Solar and Storage The vulnerabilities of our current power grid become particularly apparent in the summer months when...

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Home Solar

Apr 27, 2020

10 Ways to Avoid Increases in Your Electric Bill While Home During the Corona Outbreak

DUE TO WORKPLACE SHUTDOWNS AND QUARANTINE MANDATES RELATED TO THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK, HOME ENERGY USAGE IS EXPECTED TO RISE. TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ENERGY BILL...

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