Do Solar Panels Work in Winter? Busting Myths and Embracing the Chill

While going solar in the winter may seem like a crazy idea, it is actually the best time to go solar! By signing a contract in the earliest months of the year, your system will be installed and switched on during the spring and summer months when there is the highest amount of energy-producing sunlight. Here's how solar works in winter, and why it's a great time to get installed!

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GreenSpark Gears Up for Its 3rd Annual Wellness Week, an Employee Wellness Program to Combat Burnout

From February 17th to 21st, GreenSpark Solar will close down operations for our 3rd annual Wellness Week—an intentional, company-wide break designed to combat burnout and support mental well-being. By enacting a collective leave, we create space for our team to rest, recharge, and return energized. Learn more about GreenSpark's unique employee wellness program and why it's so important to our culture.

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Your Guide to Home Electrification: Benefits of solar power with battery storage and EV charging

Home electrification is a hot topic among New York homeowners, and for good reason. It offers the potential for lower utility bills, a smaller environmental footprint, and greater peace of mind for long-term energy independence and resilience. Discover what it means to go all-electric, the steps for home electrification, and how GreenSpark Solar can help you make the switch seamless and cost-effective.

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Understanding Energy Communities and the Energy Community Tax Credit Bonus

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has introduced groundbreaking incentives for commercial solar projects through the Energy Community Tax Credit Bonus. By encouraging renewable energy development in areas impacted by the decline of the fossil fuel industry, this program is transforming energy communities across the nation. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about energy communities, their tax credit bonus, and how solar projects can benefit.

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Rural and Agricultural Businesses Can Save up to 85% of the Costs of Going Solar

The impact of climate change continues to challenge rural and agricultural businesses, but the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) offers a significant opportunity to embrace renewable energy while reducing costs. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act and other federal and state incentives, eligible businesses can save up to 85% of the project costs for installing solar energy systems.

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GreenSpark Solar Announces SolarFest 2024

GreenSpark Solar is thrilled to host SolarFest 2024, our annual celebration of clean energy and community. This year's event will take place on Sunday, August 25, from 12 PM to 4 PM at our headquarters at 318 Timothy Lane, Ontario, NY 14519. This event, now in its third year, is our way of saying thank you to our valued customers and supporters who help us champion fiercely local, cost-effective, clean energy solutions in the Greater Rochester area. Learn more!

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