Synergy Power is Livermore’s Premier Solar Provider
The word “home” can conjure up a variety of images. Whether you’re from a big city or a country town, you are shaped by the place you grew up in a way that stays with you for the rest of your life. As for us here at Synergy Power, we couldn’t be prouder that our roots are right here in Livermore. Solar Based in Livermore, California Livermore is rich with charm and traditional values that have aged like a fine wine. We love living in a town that treasures relics from the past like Vine Cinema and its vintage [...]
Solar + Battery: If My Power Goes Out, How Long Will My Backup Last?
How many PG&E power outages have you been through so far this year? A battery backup system for your home or business could reduce that number to zero. But many of our customers have asked us, “How long will my battery last if my power goes out?” Good news: Your battery backup system could give you power for several weeks, while continuing to charge from your solar panels … even while the power is out. Let’s talk about that. The Joy of Battery Backup Systems A battery backup system, when used with your solar panels, it is not at all [...]
How Much Energy Will My Solar Panels Produce?
Whenever you make any investment, you naturally want to know what kind of return to expect. Solar is a sizable investment, so it makes sense that this is one of our most frequently asked questions. So how much will your solar panels produce? The answer isn’t the same for every person. There are several factors to consider, and a few things you can do to take control of your system’s potential - and savings. Let's talk about that. What Contributes to Solar Panel Productivity? As you probably know, solar panel productivity is entirely dependent on exposure to the sun. [...]
What to Know About Solar Tax Credits for 2020
The federal government enacted the Energy Policy Act in 2005, when business and residential consumers began receiving a 30% tax credit for solar energy system installations. Since last year, the tax credit has dropped a bit but is still sizable and worth considering: Year Business Home Business Residential 2017-2019 30% tax credit 30% tax credit 30% tax credit 2020 26% tax credit 26% tax credit 26% tax credit 2021 22% tax credit 22% tax credit 22% tax credit After 2021 10% tax credit 10% tax credit What does that mean in real numbers? Let’s just suppose your solar energy [...]
How to Avoid PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
This opinion column's opening line sums up how many Bay Area residents feel about PG&E after we were left in the dark this October. “Power companies have two jobs: Keep the lights on and don’t kill your customers. Pacific Gas and Electric Co. of Northern California flunks on both counts.” Statements from PG&E, like the one confirming that the Public Safety Power Shutoff program could continue for a decade, aren’t helping. To make matters even worse, PG&E’s communication about the forced blackouts has left many frustrated. Here’s how you can avoid PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program for years [...]
Why Your Northern California Business Should Go Solar
Though the economy is growing faster in Northern California than other parts of the country, succeeding in business is not an easy task. But as a savvy businessperson, you are working hard to make your investments a success. Of course, you know one of the most effective ways to make the bottom line work is to reduce overhead. Going solar can do just that. How can you give yourself a raise by going solar? Let’s examine the facts. Savings by Going Solar in Northern California The fact is, there are several financial advantages to switching from an electric provider [...]
Can Solar Save Me Money?
Switching your business or home's energy provider from conventional electric to solar energy may seem daunting. But there are many advantages! By switching to solar, you are generating your own pollution-free, clean electricity - it's good for the environment. You can make the switch without any lifestyle changes since solar power works just the same as conventional electricity. And you'll be investing your funds into your own home, not into the utility company's future. Sure, all those things feel good. But the question we hear the most from potential customers (and we don't blame them!) is this: Will switching to [...]
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