by Renu Energy | Mar 6, 2023 | Renu Solar News
Renu Energy Solutions, a locally owned and operated solar installer based in North Carolina and South Carolina, has partnered with Tesla to bring Tesla Solar Roof tiles to the Carolinas.
As the first certified Tesla Solar Roof installer in North Carolina, the Renu Energy Solutions team is now offering residential customers its innovative tiles made with tempered glass three times stronger than standard roofing tiles and engineered for all-weather durability.
Renu is also among only a handful of certified Tesla Solar Roof installers in South Carolina.
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by Renu Energy | Feb 13, 2023 | Renu Solar News
The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic uncertainty as lockdowns took effect and many American industries were put on hold. Some states designated solar contractors as essential workers who could continue operations through the early pandemic lockdowns with proper safety precautions in place.
New York was one state where solar installation ceased altogether. With no work flowing in, Long Island-based contractor SUNation Energy furloughed 80% of its staff, which left founder and CEO Scott Maskin searching for ways to keep his business afloat.
Seeking solace from someone in a similar position, Maskin called Mike Teresso, president of Baker Electric Home Energy of San Diego. After that, Maskin called Jay Radcliffe, president of Renu Energy Solutions in Charlotte, North Carolina. Then, the three company heads scheduled a conference call with Josh Powell, CEO of RevoluSun in Honolulu, and Andy Clemans, CEO of Streamline Solar in Phoenix.
That was the start of a collaboration between five solar contractors that has lasted longer than pandemic restrictions. Then “The Wolf Pack” was born.
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by Renu Energy | Feb 7, 2023 | Renu Blog, Residential
The Carolinas are home to sunny skies, making them an ideal location for harnessing the power of the sun. In recent years, the use of solar energy has been on the rise in both North Carolina and South Carolina. Here are some of the benefits of solar power in the Carolinas, supported by statistics.
- Clean Energy: Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that does not produce any emissions or pollutants. In the Carolinas, the use of solar energy reduces the dependence on fossil fuels, which are a major contributor to air pollution.
- Cost Savings¹: Installing a solar power system can significantly reduce electricity costs for homeowners and businesses. According to EnergySage, the average cost of solar panels in North Carolina is $3.14 per watt, which can result in savings of thousands of dollars over the life of the system.
- Job Creation²: The solar industry is a major employer in the Carolinas, creating thousands of jobs in installation, maintenance, and management. In 2020, North Carolina ranked 8th in the nation for solar jobs, with over 8,000 workers in the industry.
- Increased Property Value³: Homes and buildings with solar power systems have been shown to have a higher resale value. A study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found that homes with solar panels sold for an average of 4.1% more than comparable homes without solar.
- Supports the Grid: Solar power not only reduces energy costs, but it also supports the grid by reducing the demand for energy from traditional power plants during peak hours. This helps to prevent blackouts and brownouts during hot summer months, which are a common problem in the Carolinas.
- State and Federal Incentives⁴: Both North Carolina and South Carolina offer a range of incentives to encourage the adoption of solar power, including tax credits, rebates, and grants. The Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) also provides a credit for 26% of the cost of a solar power system for homeowners and businesses.
Solar power in the Carolinas offers a range of benefits to homeowners, businesses, and the community as a whole. The sunny skies, cost savings, job creation, increased property value, support for the grid, and state and federal incentives make it an attractive option for those looking to transition to clean and renewable energy.
Clean Energy: The information on solar power being a clean and renewable energy source that does not produce emissions or pollutants is a widely known fact.
¹https://www.energysage.com/solar/cost/north-carolina/.
²Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) (https://www.seia.org/research-resources/north-carolina-solar-industry-data).
³The study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy14osti/61669.pdf.
⁴Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) (https://www.dsireusa.org/).
by Renu Energy | Feb 3, 2023 | Renu Blog, Renu Solar News
Duke’s Green Source Advantage Program
The North Carolina General Assembly implemented Duke Energy’s Green Source Advantage program (GSA) that provides customers with renewable energy options to help increase renewable energy development in the state. Customers who take advantage of the GSA include major military installations, University of North Carolina institutions, and large business customers.
100% Renewable
The newest proposal expands the GSA by allowing customers to use 100% renewable energy that pairs with energy storage units. Not only will these customers use renewable energy 24/7, but they will also receive access to up to 4,000 megawatts of power capacity. Using renewable energy projects connected to Duke Energy’s grid would offset customers’ power purchases, and count the renewable energy generated towards their sustainability goals.
GSA Proposal Changes
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Renewable energy use increased from 30% to 100%
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Purchases are made with Duke Energy or independent developers
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Energy storage can combine with projects to align energy production with energy load
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A new 10-year avoided cost bill credit option is introduced with the existing 5-year and 2-year options
Clean Energy Impact
Along with the GSA program expansion, Duke proposes another renewable program called the Clean Energy Impact. This program targets customers who aim to claim a certain percentage of renewable energy to meet sustainability goals. Renters and residential customers benefit from this program since contracts are on a month to month basis.
To read the official release on these programs from Duke Energy, click the link here!
by Renu Energy | Feb 2, 2023 | Renu Blog, Renu Solar News
Renu’s Solar Bill of Rights
As the Solar Industry continues to grow, companies of all sizes are finding different ways to reach their customers, design systems, and provide solar installation services. One thing all solar companies focus on is providing customers with the right to own clean and controllable energy. Motives for going solar range from saving money to creating clean energy. Below, Renu lists their beliefs that homeowners with solar energy should have in an ideal scenario.
Article I
The right to own your own electrical power source on your property without interference from the utility company
Article II
The right to connect your solar and storage to the grid and receive energy credits for contributed power to the electric grid
Article III
The right to not connect a solar and storage system to the grid
Article IV
The right to increase resale value of the property from working solar power systems
Article V
The right to acquire a solar system via financing for little to no upfront cost and pay off the solar system over a period of time
Article VI
The right to reduce a person’s carbon footprint via solar power
Article VII
The right to freedom from discriminatory fees and charges associated with installing solar and storage technologies
Article VIII
The right for a timely and professional installation process
Article IX
The right for professional service should it arise at any time
Article X
The right for solar education with accurate information that assists in the investment decision-making process
Let us know your solar bill of rights below!
