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Exclusive $0 Down Financing for Commercial Solar is Here

GreenSpark Solar, the leading solar and battery storage company in the Finger Lakes region, has partnered with Tompkins Community Bank to offer competitive solar-specific loans for businesses of all sizes. Now, more local New York State companies can access commercial solar financing and use the power of the sun to reduce operating expenses, increase profitability, and protect their business against volatile utility rates, all with $0 capital investment.

Powering Wireless Communications with Solar Energy in Rochester

GreenSpark Solar and Redaptive are transforming Rochester's telecommunications sector by installing a 401kW roof-mounted solar array on a call center. This initiative will significantly cut costs and greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with New York State's ambitious climate goals. Scheduled to be operational by July 2024, this project underscores the powerful synergy of solar energy and telecommunications, driving both economic and environmental benefits.

Town of Fort Edward Stakeholders Celebrate Operation of 6.9 MW Community Solar Landfill Project

Kendall Sustainable Infrastructure, AC Power, and GreenSpark Solar announced the commercial operation of a 6.9 MW community solar landfill project located in the Town of Fort Edward, NY, owned by KSI, developed by AC Power, and built by GreenSpark. The project is set to deliver clean, renewable energy to more than 800 local households, and the group of stakeholders is celebrating with a virtual ribbon cutting later this month.

Industry-Leading Collaboration: Pivot Energy and GreenSpark Solar Announce Completion of 22 MW Upstate New York Portfolio

New York, June 5th, 2024 – Today, leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy, and industry-leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider, GreenSpark Solar, announced the completion of a four project Upstate New York solar portfolio with agrivoltaics. The over 22 Megawatt DC (MWdc) portfolio is a crucial step towards New York’s goal of reaching 70% renewable energy by 2030 and a zero-emission electric grid by 2040.

How Renewable Energy Can Reshape New York Manufacturing Business

Uncover the transformative impact of renewable energy systems on manufacturing businesses in New York. Learn about the benefits of solar power and other clean energy sources, along with policy incentives and practical steps for manufacturers to reduce costs and enhance sustainability. Find out how adopting renewable energy can make your business more competitive and eco-friendly.

Everything You Need to Know About Residential Battery Storage

As Rochester embraces renewable energy, we at GreenSpark Solar continue to help empower homeowners with sustainable solutions. One crucial aspect of this transition is residential battery storage, which ensures reliable access to solar energy, even during a grid outage. Here's everything you need to know about the ins and outs of residential battery storage and common questions asked by homeowners in our area.

Introducing: The Tesla Powerwall 3 for Battery Storage Backup

GreenSpark Solar is excited to introduce the Tesla Powerwall 3 to its suite of battery storage solutions. The Powerwall 3 revolutionizes home battery storage for solar energy customers, making whole-home backup possible for many homeowners. As demand for residential energy storage in the Rochester area continues to grow, the team is excited to share some of the differentiators, cost implications, and current financial options for adding the Tesla Powerwall 3 to a new or existing solar array.

GreenSpark Solar Voted a Six-Time Rochester Top Workplace

Rochester, NY, April 4, 2024 – GreenSpark Solar was recognized as a six-time Rochester Top Workplace - the fifth consecutive year the Ontario-based solar company has been honored with this award by the Democrat & Chronicle. GreenSpark received a special designation at the awards ceremony held on Wednesday, April 3: The Social Responsibility Award, and ranked 9th in the overall survey, in a region with over 35,000 businesses.

6 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home

Let’s celebrate Earth Month together! Earth Month is a great time to amplify our efforts and showcase our current initiatives to build a sustainable future for our planet and community. Earth Day, April 22, allows like-minded companies and peers to advocate for climate change solutions and bring awareness to the detrimental effects of climate change on our planet. But it shouldn’t stop there.

Demystifying Net Metering: What New York Solar Customers Need to Know

Whether you're new to solar or a long-time solar energy consumer, you may have encountered the term "net metering" or “net energy metering.”" Many questions and misconceptions exist about what it is, how it works, and its future in monitoring solar energy production and consumption. So, we're answering all the basics about net energy metering (NEM) and digging into some essential industry policy updates that could impact New York State solar customers in the near future.

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