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...
Central Maine Power (CMP) and Emera have announced that electricity rates will be increasing on January 1, 2019. Most customers also saw rate hikes in 2018 as well. These rate hikes will impact many homes and businesses throughout Southern, Central, Midcoast, and Northern Maine. Unfortunately,...
Now is a great time to go solar! Solar equipment prices are down, and the federal solar tax credit is still in full effect at 30% through the end of the year. Solar panels are also more efficient than ever before, allowing you to generate...
[embed]https://youtu.be/mfjSUo61ZP4[/embed] Sundog Solar installed a 73.7kW solar system at the Bristol - South Bristol Transfer Facility in Bristol, Maine. The solar system consists of 220 solar panels and is located between the highway and town sheds. The system will save an estimated $210,000 over the next...
Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) are a great way for many organizations to go solar for no money down. Municipalities, schools, and non-profit organizations can have a solar system installed on their property and purchase the solar electricity for a set rate. A third party owns...
There were some big changes that were made at the end of 2017 that impact the tax benefits available to businesses that purchase and install a solar energy system. Under the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,” Congress doubled the amount of bonus depreciation that can...
Did you know that Maine ranks #49 out of 50 in power grid reliability, according to McKinsey & Company? Advances in battery technology, however, are changing the energy landscape. As solar battery storage capabilities increase and prices fall, Maine home and business owners have more...