Blog Posts in 2023

Solar Energy Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction

As solar energy becomes more popular and accessible, it's essential to separate fact from fiction when switching to solar power for your home. In this post, we'll debunk the top 5 solar energy myths and provide the information you need to decide about solar power for your home. Myth #1: Solar Panels Don't Work in Cloudy or Cold Climates Many believe solar panels are only effective in sunny, warm ...

When Is The Best Time of Year to Install Solar?

So you want to go solar but you may be wondering, what time of year is the best time of year to make the switch? Should you wait until the Fall or should you go solar in the Spring or Summer? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits each season has for going solar. By getting your solar panels installed in the Springtime or early Summer months (when the days are longer and solar potential is at ...

How Do I Claim My Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit

As of 2022, thanks to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act , any homeowner who invests in solar energy for their home can receive a solar investment tax credit (ITC) from the federal government at a deduction up to 30% of the costs of their solar energy system. The 30% ITC will remain at 30% through the year 2032. It will decrease to 25% for any solar energy systems installed in 2033 and ...

What happens when your PNM Small Solar REC Purchase contract expires?

If you were an early adopter of solar in New Mexico with the state's largest utility, the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), you may be accustomed to receiving a check from PNM in addition to not having an electric bill. This was part of a legacy program that paid for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from the clean energy a solar system produced and put onto the grid. Many of these ...