Solar Wolf Energy Blog

Owning Your Own (SOLAR) Gas Station

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In 1974 I was just turning 17 years old. My hair was long and my goals were yet to be figured out. Many do not know that this was the period of the gas crisis. Escalating prices and shortages were the bane of drivers of motor cars. I owned a 1964 VW beetle that was my pride and joy. I was on the verge of going to college for physics where my thoughts would change.  You see this was the era of gas lines and escalating prices. This was...

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Jeff Hickson LEED AP

SolarCity Has Given Us More Business Than Facebook Ads

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So over the last few years we have used all the advertising mediums across the country. Radio, internet, mailers, our own call center, door knocking...you name it. Perhaps the most surprising place that our customers have come from is the neighbors of previously installed SolarCity customers.

No doubt you have seen an array of solar panels that wasn't centered, non symmetrical, maybe missing a panel where one should be to make it even, or the...

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

Why Should You Go Solar?

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You’re driving down the Mass Pike on a random Wednesday…Chances are, you see at least one (likely many more) vans, trucks, cars, etc. all lettered up, advertising for a solar energy company. Perhaps you’ve seen some Facebook marketing for various solar companies or even heard about solar in the news. One of the most basic questions a person may ask at that point is: Why should I go solar?

Of course, there are the obvious blanket responses of...

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

Suniva and SolarWorld Have Become The Spoiled Kids In The Sandbox

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So two solar module manufacturing companies have gone to the government complaining that life isn't fair. Suniva and Solarworld, both who are not headquartered in America anyway. These two companies want Congress to initiate a tariff on imported modules from overseas. A tariff that will completely kill the solar industry and the progress it has made in the last few years. What is odd is, the two companies that are crying foul are both......wait...

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

The Minimum Standard In Solar

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With SPI approaching in Utah rapidly it is time we discussed the very large elephant in the room. Apparently it is camouflaged because nobody seems to address it. Once again, I'll be the guy in our industry to take the hit. It's what I am known for. So what am I yammering about?

SOLAR MODULE WARRANTY
Let this be a very clear warning to all out there assembling and making modules for residential and commercial solar. It's time you stepped it up....

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

The Case of the Disappearing Solar Companies

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It’s like a Nancy Drew book or one of those murder mystery dinners that are so popular these days—except it’s real life. Solar companies are dropping like flies; and the gumshoes here at Solar Wolf have already gotten to the bottom of the case, ensuring they won’t become the latest victim of the elusive ‘Solar Coaster.’

Solar installation companies jump on the Solar Coaster when it’s at its peak, and once it crests, the low-hanging fruit go into...

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

Beginner's Guide to Commercial Solar

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Here in Massachusetts, at the end of 2018, Watertown became the first town to mandate solar on new commercial constructions and renovations of existing buildings of more than 10,000 square feet. We can see this ‘green remodeling’ becoming commonplace around the nation; but in the meantime, we’d like to share some basic information on commercial solar, for those who may be interested BEFORE it is required by law.

Motivations
Adding solar to your...

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Ted "The Wolf" Strzelecki

Solar Wolf Energy Is Still Thriving After The Pandemic!

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Solar Wolf Energy Is Going Strong!The Covid-19 Pandemic caused a very difficult time for many Solar companies in the United States. A lot of Solar power companies have all but disappeared – laying off employees, leaving installations unfinished, and ceasing operations altogether!However, that is not the case here at Solar Wolf Energy. In fact, we have been hiring and doing installations all throughout the Pandemic. We are bigger, better, and...

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Mike "Tech Overlord" Collette