Solar in Phoenix | Solar in Arizona

• Thin Film Solar in Arizona means no rebates August 15, 2011
  Thin Film Solar Technology entered the solar market in 1976, offering an affordable alternative to other clean energy technologies, like monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels.  Despite its affordability, the efficiency rating of thin film is still much less than other photovoltaic technologies. Thin film solar (amorphous silicon solar) technology […]
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• Introduction to Photovoltaic Solar Panels July 29, 2011
  The technology behind photovoltaic (PV) solar panels enables use of clean, efficient, renewable solar energy. It presents a compelling alternative to standard utility power for Arizona consumers looking to go green and save money. Unlike fossil-fuel energy sources, solar does not pollute the atmosphere with carbon emissions and is at top generating capacity […]
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• Buy Solar in Arizona July 7, 2011
  Buying solar is a big decision for many people. Although a solar-power system increases the value of your home by a significant amount, the price tag of a quality photovoltaic (PV) system can be high. It’s hard to justify purchasing a $40,000 system to save a few hundred dollars in utility expenses each month. Nevertheless, […]
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• SRP: Efficient-Lighting Rebates for Business June 21, 2011
  SRP’s PowerWise™ Business Solutions, a program for helping SRP’s business customers increase the energy efficiency of their facilities, offers rebates for retrofitting with more efficient lighting. The program furnishes more than lighting rebates, such as rebates for HVAC equipment; however, as lighting accounts for nearly half of the energy used in many fac […]
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• Garage Door Insulation June 9, 2011
  Here’s a quick way to save some money on those expensive electric bills, garage door insulation. You might be thinking what’s the point, after all you probably spend little time in there, and it’s unlikely that you want to cool it. Many garages don’t even have attic-level insulation. As most homeowners spend very little time […]
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• Variable Speed Pool Pumps May 19, 2011
  Variable speed pool pumps offer a simple, cost-effective way to save energy without breaking the bank. It’s a simple, effective way to reduce your energy consumption. That’s great news for those interested in Solar Energy. After all, you’ll need a smaller system if you consume less energy. Just think of the savings! Variable speed pool […]
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• Is Your Home Leaking Air? May 12, 2011
  Here in Arizona heating and cooling costs can account for a large portion of energy use in buildings, especially during those long, hot summer months with temperatures exceeding 100°F regularly. A modern, efficient heating and cooling unit with a decent SEER can reduce a building’s energy usage by a lot. Today’s best air conditioners use […]
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• Energy Efficiency and Pre-Solar? May 5, 2011
  Here at Solar in Phoenix we understand that it’s not all about Solar Power in Arizona. We are just as interested in educating people in energy efficient techniques for homes as we are solar. The fact is, without making your home or business energy efficient you’ll need a much larger (and more expensive) solar energy […]
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• Do we need Solar Advocacy? May 4, 2011
  Solar energy is a compelling alternative to counterpart energy sources, such as fossil fuel and nuclear. It’s a source for clean, renewable energy source as opposed to limited in supply and dirty. Even so, solar and other renewables require advocacy. People need to know about the many benefits of going solar. For example, they need […]
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• Arizona Loves Solar Events May 4, 2011
  Arizona is a great place for solar; we not only have an abundance of financial incentives but the climate is perfect for it as well. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, it’s possible to provide more energy with smaller systems because of the amount and quality of sunlight available. Arizona has the unique […]
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