Augusta, Maine - The Maine House and Senate passed LD 1711, a bipartisan solar energy bill that calls for 400 megawatts of distributed solar energy. LD 1711, An Act To Promote Solar Energy Projects and Distributed Generation Resources in Maine, now awaits a few remaining...
Solaria solar panels have become a very prevalent option recently to solar shoppers, and for good reason. These all-black panels feature a sleek design, high solar panel efficiency, and long warranties...
Governor Janet Mills signed into law LD 91 which directs the PUC to end gross metering and return to full value solar net metering. The Maine PUC issued an emergency order to immediately end gross metering instead of waiting 90 days after the legislative session...
Governor Janet Mills signed into law today a bill that repeals "gross metering," a controversial approach to assessing fees for solar electricity consumed on a property. It enabled utilities to charge for power that is both produced and consumed on-site, even if it never left...
Bar Harbor, Maine - Sundog Solar was awarded a contract to install a large solar array on the roof of MDI High School in Bar Harbor, Maine under a Power Purchase Agreement. Sundog Solar was selected in a competitive process over Revision Energy. According to the Mount Desert Islander, not...
Most solar systems that Sundog Solar installs pay for themselves in less than ten years in utility savings. The financial aspects of a solar system vary based on numerous factors including the cost of the solar system. Cost of Grid Electricity The cost of electricity varies widely...
Maine Sport Outfitters recently partnered with Sundog solar to install a large solar system on its flagship store in Rockland. Stuart and Marianne Smith now own a 61.9 kW solar system. “This project reflects Maine Sport’s commitment to our natural environment, as well...
Many Maine families need to use financing to purchase a solar system. The good news is that with financing, many systems are cash-flow positive from day one. This happens when the savings from the solar panel system are greater than the loan payments. This is an...
Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments (AVCOG) and Slow Money Maine are awarding grants for 25% of the total cost of solar PV systems. The grant application deadline is January 30, so act quickly to take advantage of this excellent opportunity! Please help spread the word...
Maine is the most petroleum-dependent state in the nation. Because we have no fossil fuel reserves in Maine, all of our petroleum products are imported. This causes billions of dollars to leave the state. Solar power is a great way to keep energy dollars in...