A solar inverter is a vital component in the solar electric power system, and understanding how it works can help you choose what products are best for your home or business.
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In recent news, the Central Arizona Project (CAP) made a huge commitment to the solar industry by signing a twenty-year Power Purchase Agreement with solar company AZ Solar 1. This will be documented as the lowest price for solar in the United States. Connecting Arizona’s most precious resource, water, with its most abundant resource, the sun, is an important step toward a clean energy future for Arizona.
With temperatures rising and records being set early in May, Arizona is heating up quickly. Many people suffer from heat-related illness during our blistering summers, and this time of year can be especially threatening for our most vulnerable Arizonans.
Some Arizona solar customers could save more money with the Salt River Project’s (SRP) new incentive program for purchasing a residential solar battery.
Here at SunHarvest Solar, every day is Earth Day. We pride ourselves in being champions for the environment we all call home, and protecting the planet is at the heart of everything we do. Of course, going solar is one of our favorite ways to do that, but there are countless actions you can take to make every day Earth Day, too!
Helping you save energy and money is at the heart of everything we do at SunHarvest Solar. Solar panels are our favorite way to do that, of course, but there are so many other ways you can protect both your wallet and the environment. Check out just a few energy efficient options for your home or business, just in time for the triple digit weather that’s right around the corner in the Valley!
It’s no secret that going solar can save you money on energy bills, but did you know it can also save you money on taxes? At both the state and federal levels, there are tax exemptions and credits that can help you save big after switching to solar power.
New Year’s resolutions are tough to stick to, but if your resolution is to save energy and money, we’ve got you covered in 2017. These clean energy gadgets will do all the work for you – all you have to do is enjoy your savings and congratulate yourself on a resolution well-kept. 1. Coffee Joulies
2. Solar Water Heater
3. Solar Air Conditioning This clean energy solution is perfect for Arizona: take the energy from the hot sun and cool your house down – what’s not to love? The solar air conditioner works in the same way as the solar water heater, but is much more practical in the Arizona heat. Since they function on the same principal, you can even combine your solar water heater and solar air conditioning systems for a 2 for 1 energy-saving whammy. Check out the video here. 4. The Powerwall 2
5. Rooftop Solar Panels
SunHarvest Solar is ready to get in the holiday spirit! With the cool weather, family, food and festivities, saving energy isn’t always the first thing on our minds. But with a few easy tips, you can conserve energy and save money this holiday season. 1. Swap your old light strands for LED decorations It’s time to break out the decoration boxes and light up our homes, but this easy swap adds up to big savings. Choose holiday light strands with LED bulbs to save money with your festive displays this winter. LED lights use far less energy, are safer, and last longer than other lighting options. Save even more by putting your light displays on a timer. Click here to check out these Energy Star Certified light strings that use 75% less energy than conventional brands. Our favorite LED light strands are ones powered by solar! 2. Save paper and get creative with gift-wrapping If every family in America wrapped just three presents in reused materials, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields, according to the CDC. Save money and paper by using creative alternatives to wrap gifts. You can use old newspapers, funky leftover fabric or a unique reusable tin to package presents. Click here for more creative gift-wrapping ideas! 3. Feast on savings by changing kitchen habits Is your mouth already watering for that holiday ham? For many families, the kitchen is a busy place over the holiday season. By making a few changes in the kitchen, you can save tons of energy. Avoid opening the oven door while cooking, as this can lower the temperature by 25 degrees — use the oven light to keep tabs on your food instead. Don’t waste time and money by preheating the oven for ham or turkey. These foods cook slowly and for a long time, so there is no reason to use all that extra energy. 4. Tweak your thermostat When you’re at home and awake, keep your thermostat at a comfortable level. When you go to sleep or leave the house, turn it down by 10 or 15 degrees. Turning your thermostat down this far for eight hours can save up to 15 percent a year on your heating bills! When more people are in a room it takes less heat to stay warm, so turn down the dial when guests are over too. Make sure your windows are sealed, and if you have a fireplace, keep the damper closed unless a fire is burning. 5. Dial down the water heater Did you know that water heating accounts for about 18 percent of the energy used in homes? Turn your water heater down to between 120 degrees and 130 degrees to save some cash. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, water heaters that are set too high can waste between $36 and $61 every year. Turning your water heating temperature down also slows mineral buildup and corrosion in your water heater and pipes.
By taking a few steps to save energy, you’ll have some extra green to go around for the things that count this holiday season! Can you feel it? Stepping outside is tolerable now. September 21 marks the first day of fall, but that can be hard to tell in Arizona. Judging by these last few beautiful days, it’s time to start playing outside again. This may be a novel concept to some, but we’re here to offer you some exciting options for getting outside. From beginners to experts, here are our favorite hikes and trails to explore and to enjoy the weather. 1. Camelback Mountain This is the quintessential hike to take in the Valley. Everyone knows Camelback Mountain. Starting at the Echo Canyon Trailhead, this hike can be strenuous. At the end you will have climbed a little over a mile. The city views make it completely worth it. 2. West Fork Trail This is absolutely one of the most beautiful hikes you can take in Arizona. You do have to travel to Sedona, but the beauty of the West Fork Trail makes up for it. At around five miles long, the trail winds around Oak Creek. This means you’ll get wet so be sure to bring some comfortable shoes you won’t mind submerging. It is also a an extremely popular hiking destination. The earlier you arrive, the better. 3. Tom’s Thumb Trailhead Located in the McDowell Mountains, Tom’s Thumb trailhead is one of the most beautiful hikes to take that won’t take the day to get to. At four miles in length, the trail is usually heavy with traffic. If you make it to the end, you’ll see Tom’s glorious thumb (pictured). It’s important to remember that there is no water available on this hike and that it is imperative you bring your own. 4. Horton Creek Trail Are you ready to head to the woods? Just outside Payson is the Mogollon Rim, one of the best places to camp in Arizona. There you’ll find the Horton Creek Trail. Following Horton Creek, this trail measure at over seven miles in length. It’s beautiful. At this time of year, it’s wise to bring a jacket and perhaps some waterproof shoes. 5. Piestewa Peak
This trail is located the nearest to central Phoenix. Perfect for an after work hike, Piestewa offers stunning views of the city we call home. Piestewa is located right off the 51 and Glendale Avenue, just follow the signs from there. Unique rock formations await as you ascend the mountain. |
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