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5 Solar Energy Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions about solar energy so today, we wanted to clear up five of the most common ones we hear. The installation costs negate the financial benefits. Sure, solar can save you money in the long run, but a common concern with solar is that the...
Getting Started with Your Free Customized Solar Report
So, you’re ready to consider a solar energy system for your home (congratulations!), but where do you go from here? The first step in making the switch to solar is to get our free customized solar report, which will give you a detailed estimate of the cost to you and...
Understanding NS Power’s Enhanced Net Metering Program
We’ve written a lot about the benefits of owning a solar energy system, but there is a key part that we haven’t talked about yet: Enhanced Net Metering. Enhanced Net Metering is a program run by Nova Scotia Power that applies to any residential or commercial domain...
Is Solar Energy Reliable?
As power rates continue to rise and our reliance on fossil fuels poses an increasing threat to the health of our planet, more and more people are making the switch to renewable energy sources, like solar energy. What was once considered an “eco-luxury” for wealthy...
Why Winter is a Great Time to Install Your Solar Energy System
It comes as a surprise to most people, but winter is actually the perfect time to install your solar energy system! While summer’s warm and sunny temperatures (well, if we’re lucky here in NS!) may seem like the more natural time to install your panels, the winter...
How Grassroots Change Can Save our Environment
These days, there is a seemingly never-ending stream of studies, stats, and articles highlighting our current environmental crisis. And while the information is alarming, it can often feel so overwhelming and massive that we as individuals want to throw up our hands,...
Will Solar Energy Protect You From Power Outages?
After the big power outage that affected a large part of the province a few weeks ago, a question we started getting a lot was “will solar energy protect me from power outages?” The short answer: For the majority of solar energy systems, no. However, we do offer...
Does Solar Energy Work Through Winter in Nova Scotia?
Now that the temperature is dropping and snow has become a regular fixture here in Nova Scotia, you may be wondering if solar energy will work through the long winter months. Won’t the solar panels be covered with snow? Isn’t it too cold? Are there even enough hours...
