Energy Concepts
How to Make Efficient Use of Your Solar Power
So you have your solar panel installation ready to go, but the results aren’t as big as you’ve expected. It happens for so many reasons. First, we want to assure you that your solar panel system is using free energy and will pay for itself eventually. Considering that solar panels can last for decades with…
Read MoreWhy Does California Have So Many Power Outages?
California has a lot of people and businesses. All of those take up a lot of resources. Power is just one of those resources. In this blog, we will explain why this competition for electricity makes blackouts and outages so common in California. How Utilities Work in California The basic reason comes down to the…
Read MoreWhy is California the Center for Solar?
California has been the center of innovation in the solar industry for decades. Some of the biggest solar companies like Tesla began in California. There’s a lot of reasons why solar energy is so attractive in the state and why so many businesses have grown and started here. Geography California is a huge state, but…
Read MoreHow do Solar Batteries Work?
The solar power industry comes up with new innovations every year. As technology improves, we are seeing better ways for consumers to be more efficient with their panels while also making their reliance on the grid even smaller. One of the innovations that have made this possible is the solar battery. It is now tenable for normal consumers…
Read MoreWhat Can Solar Energy Power?
The rooftop solar panel that provides general household electricity is the most iconic form of solar energy. However, there are so many different ways we can use solar power. We’ll explain some of the other things that you might not have previously known could be powered by solar electricity. Water Heater Most water heaters utilize…
Read MoreHow Does Weather Affect My Solar Panels?
Solar energy is the future. It’s sustainable, cheap, and has the potential to get even better with advances in technology. However, there’s a lot of misinformation out there about it, too. Often people dismiss solar energy by questioning the effectiveness during times of inclimate weather. We’ll explain the true ways weather can impact your solar system, so…
Read MoreNet Metering: How Solar Can Make the Power Grid Rely on You
With the recent issues regarding the electricity infrastructure after last year’s wildfires, it’s clear that people want to reduce their reliance on the so-called grid. Unfortunately, as it stands, your power can be shut off by big, powerful utility companies. Luckily, solar energy is an exciting way to “opt-out” of this unfair structure. Adding a solar…
Read MoreEnergy Concepts Wins SunPower 2019 “Residential National Rising Star” Award
Fresno, CA, March 11, 2020 – Energy Concepts, a Fresno-based solar installer, has received the SunPower “Residential National Rising Star” award for its outstanding performance as a new SunPower dealer in Fresno in 2019. “It’s a great honor to be named a SunPower ‘Residential National Rising Star,’ recognized for our unmatched success offering high quality, complete…
Read MoreEssential Solar Accessories
Solar energy is not a one-size-fits-all enterprise. When we install solar panels, we customize the way we do things for the benefit of our customers. We do this through our multitude of accessories that support the photovoltaic panel itself. Solar Panel Racking Solar panels require something to hold them in place and elevate them off of…
Read MoreHow Do Solar Panels Work In The Winter?
Winter brings many new responsibilities for Fresno homeowners. From yard work to sealing your building’s cracks and crevices, there’s plenty to do. Naturally, those with solar panels might wonder how the season is going to impact their household’s energy systems as well. Fortunately, winter’s impacts on solar installations are easy to predict. Here’s a quick rundown…
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