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How Does the Solar Tax Credit Work

Energy demand and utility rates are increasing worldwide, leading many homeowners to see a significant increase in their utility bills. One way to mitigate the cost is with solar...Read More
North Bay’s Leading Solar Company Leader Keeps an Entrepreneurial Spirit

North Bay’s Leading Solar Company Leader Keeps an Entrepreneurial Spirit

By: KATHRYN REED FOR NORTH BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL December 26, 2022, An entrepreneurial spirit is what allows Phil Alwitt to be flexible in the ever-changing world of solar energy. "It...Read More
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We’re a Long Way From All Electric Vehicles; How Can We Get There Faster?

Though the demand for EVs is growing in the United States, electric vehicles only make...Read More
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Prepare for Wildfires, Extreme Weather, and Natural Disasters with Solar + Backup Batteries

Wintertime power blackouts are becoming more common in Northern California. Several different factors can lead to these outages. They happen when: Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) enacts a Public Safety...Read More
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The Top 7 Mistakes Homeowners Make When Going Solar

Shifting to solar is an excellent way to save energy costs and your solar panel system will yield significant savings for about 25 years by using the sun's clean, renewable power. Once you've...Read More
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SolarCraft and California Clean Energy Build a More Sustainable North Bay

Enduring Partnership Brings Solar to Bay Area Nonprofits Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, and California Clean Energy...Read More
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SolarCraft Joins the Rally for Solar – Urges Newsom to Support Solar in California

Leading North Bay Solar Energy Installer Joins the Fight to Save Solar Representatives from SolarCraft, a leading solar installer in the North Bay for over thirty-five years,...Read More
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Leasing vs. Buying Solar Panels

As electricity rates continue to rise, more and more people are looking to the sun for savings. Going solar is less expensive than ever, and with the help of the Federal Tax Credit, you can...Read More
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How Many Solar Panels Does it Take to Charge Your EV?

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular, and almost every major automaker now has an EV model on the market. In 2021, sales of electric vehicles nearly doubled. Electric...Read More