With the rising cost of living in Sacramento, many Californians are now turning to alternative energy sources such as solar power. However, before switching to solar, it is essential to weigh out all the advantages and disadvantages of this form of renewable energy and research any potential solar companies in California that can assist you through the process. West Coast Solar is here to help identify these key factors when introducing your home or business…
Read MoreIt’s true that without the sun there would be no photosynthesis, and without that key process there would be no plant-based foods. Since the dawn of civilization, humanity has relied on the sun’s life-giving properties to help us grow and foster different kinds of crops. With the advent of modern technology and the amazing qualities of solar panels, we’re incorporating the sun in the next big farming innovation. The Next Big Thing An ever-growing number…
Read MoreThere’s no doubt in anyone’s minds that the USA as a whole isn’t particularly skilled at dealing with the waste of our society very well. Sure, we make efforts to recycle more and to use recycled materials where we can, but the landfills still climb higher every day. What’s odd though, is most folks don’t consider what happens to all of the green components we outfit our housing with once they’ve worn out on us.…
Read MoreIf you’ve been a Northern California native for several years, you already know about the wildfires. You’re already familiar with the way your lungs constrict when you step out the door. You know all about the asthma flare-ups you or your family members suffer. We don’t need to describe the utter horror you experienced as you watched the videos circulating all over Facebook of people driving their car through apocalyptic style firestorms. The wildfires in…
Read MoreWhat does your smart car have to do with energy consumption? It’s all in the efficiency and effectiveness of energy use. At West Coast Solar, we strongly believe that renewable energy is the future of energy consumption. The benefits far outweigh the shortcomings. Nonetheless, on average, a fossil-fuel powered vehicle emits 4.6 metric tons of carbon emissions per year. There are an estimated 250 million cars active and in use in the U.S. alone. Some…
Read MoreEnergy is seeing one of the biggest technological upgrades in the last 100 years. For the last century, we’ve used relatively the same power distribution system to transfer energy from a grid to the consumer. Now that smart technology, renewable energy, and a variety of other technological advancements have been introduced to the energy industry, we’re seeing a shift in focus. Not only is the industry looking for cleaner ways to produce energy, but they…
Read MoreEnergy supply and demand is a huge concern as the national population grows. Technology advancements in smart grids and renewable energy are offering a variety of solutions to energy consumption at scale. A vital piece to energy use is the grid operation center. These centers are stationed all over our nation and manage the flow of energy between the grid and the consumer. Grid operators are responsible for preventing power blackouts, “sloshing,” and energy failures…
Read MoreAs energy technology advances, West Coast Solar believes renewable energy sources are the future of energy consumption. Whether you utilize solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, or biomass, you’re creating a better future for your loved ones, the community, and the planet. Go green with renewable energy and do more than save money on your utility bills. You can help save the environment, become energy independent, and create a better future for those around you. In this…
Read MoreRenewable energy and smart grids are the future of energy use. At West Coast Solar, we believe in providing our customers with the opportunity to save money on their utility bills, help save the environment, and create a better future for their loved ones with the installation of a solar power system on their home or business. In the last blog post, we discussed how smart grids and smart homes interact with one another. In…
Read MoreAt West Coast Solar, we believe the future of power consumption is in renewable energy. Green energy does two things for homeowners. It offers a way to save money on utility bills and help save the environment. In this blog series, we’ll be sharing how smart grids affect your energy use through smart homes, cars, appliances, and more. We’ll also be sharing how a smart grid and a solar power system can work in tandem…
Read MoreAt West Coast Solar, we believe renewable energy is the future of efficient, effective, and responsible energy consumption. That’s why in this blog series, we’re going to discuss smart grids, how they affect your energy use, what you can do to take advantage of them (if they are implemented in your area), and why they are important to the future of energy use. We’ll touch on topics like smart homes, smart cars, solar power systems,…
Read MoreAt West Coast Solar, we believe the future of energy is in renewable energy sources like wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, and more. This is why we’re so excited to see the state of California continuing its commitment to move toward cleaner, more efficient energy consumption. On May 9, 2018, the California Energy Commission approved the new 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards, which include the requirement of photovoltaic solar systems to be installed on newly constructed…
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