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  • Are Solar Batteries Worth It?

    Enhancing your solar energy system's performance, whether by integrating a battery with a new solar setup or adding one to an existing system, offers a way to optimize your clean energy utilization both during the day and into the night. The combination of solar panels and energy storage allows you to operate in a self-consumption mode, allowing you to store surplus energy generated during the day ...
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  • Can You Add Solar Panels To An Existing System?

    Even with a properly sized solar energy system designed to produce all of your home’s power, it’s possible for energy needs to change over time and you may find yourself asking, “What happens if I need to expand my solar energy system later?". Adding more solar panels to an existing system can absolutely be done, but let’s explain some things to consider to ensure you get the best value and ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 will ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • Will Solar Panels Increase My Home Value?

    So you want to switch to solar energy but you are not sure that your current home will be your ‘forever home’. Will solar panels on your roof be of benefit to you when it comes time to sell your house? When it comes to listing your home for sale, there are several factors that affect property value; the price of comparable homes in your area, the home’s age and condition, and the state of the ...
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  • Is There Such a Thing as Free Solar Panels From the Government?

    You have likely seen ads promoting “free solar”, “No-cost solar program”, “Free solar from the government” or something similar. With so many ads out there touting this, you may have asked yourself whether the government is really giving solar panels to homeowners for free – the answer is no, but keep reading to learn the truth about government incentives for solar and how financing options may ...
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  • Going Solar Without Getting Burned: the Importance of Local Solar Service

    The future is bright for solar in New Mexico – now more than ever – thanks to the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act which upgraded and extended the Federal Tax Credit to 30% for the next 10 years ! While this is a significant win for solar, not all of the recent NM solar headlines have been positive as an influx of solar companies coming into New Mexico have led to inconsistent client ...
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  • Federal and Local Tax Incentives Supporting Solar and Energy Efficiency

    The Inflation Reduction Act offers excellent incentives for adopting solar energy as well as preparing your home for better energy efficiency. In this blog, we cover some of the tax incentives you have to look forward to in the next decade. Keep in mind, these are just some of the tax incentives that support solar adoption, home upgrades, and electric vehicles. For a better understanding of what ...
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  • 8 Tips to Understand and Compare Solar Energy Proposals & Find the Best Solar Company

    So, you’re serious about having solar panels installed and making the switch to renewable energy. Although there are many potential advantages, it’s worth taking the time to consider your options as thoroughly as possible. Don’t let the complexity of solar proposals overwhelm you and your decision to go solar. While each solar company has their own unique proposal, there are several key pieces of ...
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  • Federal Solar Incentives Renewed Through 2023

    Homeowners rejoice! The looming deadline to receive solar incentives on your solar installation has been extended - through 2023. The Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) had been in a gradual step-down process over the last few years, and was set to expire in 2022 for residential solar installations. That changed, however, when Congress recently passed a $1.4 trillion federal spending and tax ...
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  • Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico's Solar Tax Credits

    All the Answers You Need in One Place There are a lot of great tax credits and benefits available for solar customers but finding out what you qualify for and how to get it can be a real hassle. With state policies and available rebates changing every year, there’s a lot of information out there about solar tax credits, and not all of it’s accurate. That’s why we’ve broken down the most frequently ...
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  • GET INVOLVED: New Mexico Solar Tax Credit SB29

    Friends, SB29, The Solar Market Development Income Tax Credit, is being heard in the Senate Corporations Committee. It is sponsored by Sen. Mimi Stewart and Rep. Matthew McQueen, and supported by the Governor as one of her top priorities. We urge you to call the Senate Corporations members (listed below) to demonstrate your support for the legislation. Please call and write with a personalized ...
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  • How to Finance Your Solar Panels in New Mexico

    How to Finance Your Solar Panels in New Mexico Installing a rooftop solar system on your home may be one of the best decisions you can make to secure the long-term financial future of your family. However, there is often a disconnect between the long-term benefits and the short-term cost of installing the panels. Most families will need to finance all or part of their system. Luckily, there are ...
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  • Meet Your Most Trusted New Mexico Solar Installers

    Chances are, you know someone who has made the switch to solar or, at the very least, you’ve noticed solar panels being installed throughout Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and the Santa Fe area. There’s also a good chance you’ve seen some of Positive Energy Solar’s work – we’ve been installing solar on homes and businesses in New Mexico for over 21 years including notable projects for Santa Fe Public ...
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  • Positive Energy Solar - Serving New Mexico's solar energy needs since 1997

    Allow us to reintroduce ourselves, we're Positive Energy Solar! What's in a name? You may have noticed our logo and name has "changed" recently, here's why: Back in 2015, we tried a marketing experiment with SunPower and co-branded our name to "SunPower by Positive Energy Solar". This ended up causing brand confusion as people didn't know what to call us anymore or whether we were still the same ...
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  • New Mexico Solar Tax Credit - Legislative Update

    New Mexico Solar Tax Credits While the 30% Federal Tax Credit for solar is set to begin ramping down at the end of 2019, a new bill (SB29) introduced into the 2019 legislative session would reintroduce the New Mexico Solar Tax Credit. New Mexico's previous solar tax credit system expired in 2016. The current 30% solar tax credit will apply to any solar installation completed by December 31, 2019. ...
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  • 2019 Is The Time To Go Solar-Reserve Your Solar Installation Spot!

    Let's be honest, you've probably been considering installing solar for a while but just keep putting it off. You know solar energy is better for the environment, and you're keenly aware that installing solar panels on your home can save you money in the process. Maybe you had other home improvement projects to complete first, thought you couldn't afford to get solar panels for your home, or maybe ...
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  • Go Solar & Save the Planet - It's Easy with No Out of Pocket Costs!

    Yes, you really can afford to go solar and help the environment while saving money at the same time! Most New Mexicans know that solar is a better energy alternative for our environment, can save you money by eliminating the need for rising and unpredictable utility bills, and creates energy independence, so the question many have is – Why hasn’t everyone gone solar? The answer is pretty simple; ...
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  • Santa Fe Green Building - Talking Solar in the Santa Fe Parade of Homes

    Santa Fe Parade of Homes Winners Trust Positive Energy Solar Positive Energy Solar has been a sponsor for the Haciendas - Santa Fe Parade of Homes for several years and continues with the 2018 Santa Fe Parade of Homes. Several of the homes this year included solar panels installed by Positive Energy Solar including two of the winners for "Best energy efficiency", "Best smart home technology" and ...
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  • Why Solar in the Summer Makes Dollars and Sense

    As the temperatures begin to rise, so do many electric bills throughout New Mexico. Utility companies charge more during the summer months when many are utilizing more electricity to try and stay cool. Turning this intense sunshine into savings has become easier than ever and Positive Energy Solar aims to help you make the switch. The average New Mexican will see their electric bill increase by ...
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  • Solar Net Metering in New Mexico

    What is Net Metering? Put simply, net metering is a utility billing mechanism available in New Mexico that offers a credit to residential and business customers who are making excess electricity with their solar panel systems and sending it back to the grid. Think of it like "roll-over" minutes/data where you are able to use at a later time. How Does Net Metering Work? With all of the abundance of ...
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  • How Does Residential Solar Power Work?

    Looking to reduce your carbon footprint and your energy bill? Solar panels are the way to do it ! But how do they actually produce electricity for your home? Take a look at the science behind this solar technology. Here's How Solar Panels Work: 1. The Photoelectric Effect Converts Sunlight into Direct Current Electricity. The panels feature a design that maximizes the energy created by the ...
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  • Financing or Buying a Home with Solar from Homewise

    Positive Energy Solar partners with with several New Mexico builders and financing companies throughout the state. We offer solar financing options to install on your existing home, solar for new construction, or buying a new home from one of our building partners that have solar as a standard option, like Homewise ! Elena Gonzales of Homewise and Christopher Fortson, Marketing Coordinator at ...
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  • Solar Energy Glossary

    In New Mexico, having solar panels installed on your home or business is a smart way to save money and decrease your utility bills - Not only that, but the process of going solar is extremely easy once you've found the right solar energy company. With any cutting-edge technology, however, there can be a plethora of technical jargon, measurements, and qualifications used that are enough to make ...
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