Unraveling Solar Myths: Busting Common Misconceptions and the Power of Solar with Battery Backup

The world is full of solar misconceptions. We discuss and debunk a few of the most asked questions and myths regrading solar panels and battery backup.

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The Future of Electric Vehicles and Chargers: Paving the Way for Sustainable Transportation

For local residents interested in electric vehicles or seeking more information, there are several avenues available to learn more and stay connected.

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Introducing Flourish Flower Farm: Where Beauty Blooms and Sustainability Thrives

Flourish Flower Farm's commitment to sustainability extends beyond their farming practices. By embracing solar energy, they've taken significant strides towards reducing their carbon emissions. Their solar system, consisting of 40 panels and a total size of 13.6kw DC, is estimated to offset 89% of their annual energy usage. Over the next three decades, this solar investment will save a remarkable 407.1 tons of CO2 emissions—equivalent to the impact of 5,750 trees growing for 10 years, 39,121 gallons of gasoline consumed, or taking 737 cars off the road for a year.

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Top 5 Reasons to get solar for your home: A Bright Future for Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina Homeowners

Top 5 Reasons to get solar for your home. In Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, the abundance of sunlight combined with favorable tax incentives and environmental benefits make solar power a compelling choice for homeowners and businesses alike.

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Bringing Solar to Everyone in WNC

At Sugar Hollow Solar, we view the transition to renewable energy as a dual commitment to both environmental sustainability and social equity.

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What is Your Carbon Footprint, and How Can You Reduce It?

You’ve probably heard the phrase “carbon footprint” before, but have you ever stopped to figure out what, exactly, it is? Do you know your own household’s carbon footprint? By understanding your carbon footprint, you’ll be able to identify areas where your household can make the most significant improvements. If we were to all band together and collectively lower our carbon footprints, there’s no doubt that we would see positive climate changes worldwide.

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Are Electric Cars Better for the Environment?

If you’re seeing EVs all over right now, it makes sense. Electric cars may finally be having their moment — with a projected surge in 2021. Led overwhelmingly by Tesla, of course. But maybe you’ve also heard conflicting opinions about whether electric cars are actually a helpful solution for climate change or not. With that in mind, we wanted to share our thoughts on a question we’ve been hearing more and more as EVs gain popularity: are electric cars really better for the environment?

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5 Must-Read Books on Sustainability and Climate Change

Do you seek out education and resources about sustainability and climate change? Spend time considering your part in working toward the future you envision? Are you always on the lookout for ways to support your local community and small businesses? Us, too. If you’re nodding along, this sustainability and climate change book list is for you.

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NC Duke Energy Solar Rebate Update & Promotion

You may have heard by now that there’s a last minute and quite significant change that was made to the Duke Energy NC Solar Rebate recently. We’re getting a lot of questions about it and wanted to share broadly how this is affecting the prospect of going solar in NC right now, as well as our promotion of guaranteeing ½ of the rebate in order to keep the value for our customers.

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Will solar save you money? Here's an honest look.

Whenever you research online, you see varying claims for solar savings.

They seem sensible. Or are they far-fetched?

It’s hard to find the truth.

Maybe you’ve even seen those ads claiming solar energy is free.

Before we dive into whether solar can save you money, we’ll clear up that tall tale: switching to solar is not free.

Nope. Never. Nice try, tricky advertisers.

Sigh.

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