Recent Posts in Solar Category

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 ...

Federal Initiatives Supporting Distributed Generation and the Grid of the Future

The Inflation Reduction Act seems to check most of the boxes necessary for making the U.S. electrical grid run on 100% clean electricity by 2035 and a zero-emissions economy by 2050 possible. There are incentives for solar, battery storage, wind, electric vehicles, and more! While this will undoubtedly bring more renewables to the grid, we’d be remiss not to point out that our current electrical ...

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 ...

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 ...

How Much Money You Can Save With Solar Panels

How Solar Financing Works & Saves You Money You often hear about the great financial benefits of going solar, but may still be asking yourself, "can I afford to go solar" or "what's the payback period for solar?" Let's take a moment to go over the basic financials of solar, including $0-down financing options (yes, you don't have to spend money to save money)! It doesn't take an economics degree ...

Printable Valentine's Cards (FREE) - Sustainability Themed

This year for Valentine's Day, why not show off your love with these FREE printable Valentine's Day Cards from Positive Energy Solar! They're perfect for the sustainable and eco-friendly minded loved ones in your life - sure to make their faces "light up" with joy! s Click on one of the free valentine's day cards above and download them today! If you love solar and want to learn more or schedule a ...

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 ...

High Efficiency Solar Panel Innovation

In this blog, we'll be looking at differences in solar panels and discussing solar panel efficiency, maximizing roof potential, peak performance, solar panels & heat, and questions to ask solar installers during your consultation. Efficiency refers to the amount of power your solar panels can produce when the sun is shining on them, and it is worth considering prior to your purchase. Understanding ...

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 ...

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 ...

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. ...

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 ...

BREAKING: Frosty Rejecting Eyes Made Out of Coal

NORTH POLE, DECEMBER 2018 - Frosty The Snowman's is rejecting his two eyes made out of coal. Scientists have determined that this is the final phase of Frosty's determination to live a green life with no carbon output. In addition to giving up smoking his corncob pipe, Frosty recently became a Solar Advocate . "Global Warming is causing all the snow in the North Pole to melt," stated Snowman. This ...

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; ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Put Some Sunshine Into Tax Time

Solar power can cut your electricity costs --- and your tax bill. The financial case for going solar gets stronger every day. With advancing technologies and the rapid adoption of renewable energy, solar has become more affordable and efficient than ever. A typical system installed today will pay for itself in an average of just five years. By effectively eliminating your electricity bills, a ...

Your Choice of Solar Company Matters

Installing solar panels is a powerful way to reduce your utility bills, strengthen the local economy, and support the environment. But not all solar is created equal and your choice of solar company matters. While the industry is committed to strong standards for consumers, some solar installers have recently come under scrutiny for aggressive sales tactics and unfair business practices; even ...

Trump's Tariffs Can't Stop Solar. Here's Why.

Trump’s Tariffs Can’t Stop Solar. Here’s Why. This is the best time for homeowners and business owners to switch to clean, affordable energy. On January 22 nd , the Trump Administration announced a 30% tariff on US imports of solar cells and panels. But—for New Mexico homeowners and businessowners—the news doesn’t change a fundamental fact: 2018 is still an extraordinarily good time to go solar! ...

How the New Tax Bill Improves the Financial Performance of Commercial Solar PV

This post originally from our friends over at Namaste solar. The final draft of the new tax bill delivered some unexpected benefits to the solar industry and to commercial entities interested in going solar. The tax bill changes the risk and rewards calculations involved in commercial solar energy and moves the needle further into the reward territory. The two provisions at play are the reduced ...

Clearing the Air: ​No ​Solar Fees ​for New Mexican Customers of El Paso Electric

El Paso Electric will instate a “minimum bill” in Texas for new solar customers but not in New Mexico. ____ In December, the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved a plan to let El Paso Electric impose a minimum bill of $30 on new solar customers – likely the highest such fee anywhere in the nation. While the misguided move will deny some Texas homeowners the full benefits of solar, ...