Colorado Solar News & Press
Pueblo Regional Building Department Commits to Solar Power with Photon Brothers
Local solar company Photon Brothers announces their partnership with the Pueblo Regional Building Department and have installed a new 57-kilowatt system on their existing downtown Pueblo building, leading the city to almost $1,000,000 in savings on their energy bill throughout the next 30 years. The solar panel project was installed last month with energy savings already underway for the Department.
Coronavirus cost Colorado’s solar industry thousands of jobs, but there’s one bright spot
The solar power industry has been hammered by the pandemic economy with the loss of tens of thousands of jobs nationally and Colorado facing an estimated 2,400 solar jobs gone by June. Yet one niche market is fitfully soldiering on in the state: home rooftop solar.
Pueblo Solar Company Joins Worldwide Network of Design Centers
Photon Brothers, a Pueblo-based solar installer, has been selected as a SunPower master dealer, with a ribbon cutting for its design center at 4921 N. Elizabeth St. scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Friday. The local center is part of a worldwide network of more than 1,800 companies that sell, install and service SunPower products, which are touted as the most advanced and energy-efficient solar panels in the world.
Photon Brothers is Now a Proud Member of COSEIA
Photon Brothers is happy to announce that we are a member of COSEIA, the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association! COSEIA is a statewide organization that promotes the expansion of the solar and storage industry and technologies. COSEIA works hard to develop new policies and advocate for them. This organization has been a big contributor to the solar industry by creating new policies and programs each year.
Green Roof Initiative
This past November, Denver took a huge step in combating climate change. This large city passed the “Denver Green Roof Initiative”, which requires buildings with a floor area of 25,000 square feet or more to have solar power, or a green roof.
Backup Battery vs. Generator for Your Home – Which is Better?
If you’re looking into a whole-home generator to safeguard against power outages, you may be surprised to hear that a home battery can be equally effective as a backup power source. In fact, certain batteries like the Tesla Powerwall don’t even require solar panels.
How Much Energy Do Solar Panels Produce?
If you’re thinking about going solar, you’re probably wondering how much energy your solar panels will produce. Especially if you’re aiming to lessen your monthly power bill, or you’re interested in going off-grid.
How to Use Excess Power from Solar Panels
Many solar panels are highly efficient, which means they often produce more power than your home or business needs.
How Much Money Can You Save In Colorado With Solar Panels?
There’s no getting around it: installing a solar energy system is expensive. If you’re considering solar panels for your home, you’ll want to know how much they’ll save over time. That way, you can determine if they’re worth the upfront investment.
Pros & Cons of Solar Panels in 2022
Over the past decade, residential and commercial solar energy has grown steadily almost every year—and that growth doesn’t seem to be slowing down in 2022. In fact, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that global solar deployment will grow by 5% in 2022.
Solar ITC (Investment Tax Credit) Extension 2021
In December 2020, Congress passed an extension of the solar investment tax credit (ITC), which provides a 26% tax credit towards residential solar system installations. It was previously set to expire in 2021, but with the recent extension, homeowners can now take advantage of the full 26% credit for systems installed until the end of 2022.
How Long Do Solar Batteries Last?
Not all solar batteries are created equal, so the life expectancy varies greatly.
Why You SHOULDN’T Install Your Own Solar Panels in Colorado
Even though installing solar panels is more affordable than ever, it still requires a significant upfront investment.
What Are the Environmental Benefits of Owning Solar Panels?
As solar technology becomes more affordable, many eco-conscious homeowners are considering solar energy as a green alternative to conventional electricity.
How Much Will My Electric Bill Be With Solar Panels?
One of the main benefits of solar panels is the long-term energy savings they provide. Solar panels dramatically reduce your monthly electric bills, sometimes as much as 50% or more per month. All the money you save on your utility bills will help you recoup the amount you spend to install the panels. And after the initial payback period, everything you save goes directly into your pocket.
How Much Electricity Does a Solar Panel Produce?
Thinking about going solar? You might be wondering, how much electricity does a solar panel produce?
