Pros and Cons of Solar Energy
Written by Davey Newlove Solar energy is no longer a budding, new technology — it has fully arrived. With incentives like the federal income tax credit (ITC), millions of homeowners have been installing solar panels on their homes. When making the decision to install solar…
MACRS and Bonus Depreciation
Written by Sarah Lozanova Georgia businesses are increasingly taking advantage of solar energy. Numerous organizations are installing solar panels on manufacturing plants, medical clinics, golf courses, hotels, retail stores, office buildings, farms, and rental properties. Calculating the net solar system cost Rising electricity prices erode…
Looking Ahead to 2021
Written by Davey Newlove I think it’s safe to say that 2020 has been quite an unusual year for everyone! We’ve all endured state lockdowns due to the coronavirus, and many industries have had major challenges to overcome. The solar industry has been no exception….
Solar Plus Year in Review: 2020
Written by William Castrillon If you told me in January that by the end of the year Solar Plus would expand from a small crew of solar installers — completing one residential job after another in an unbelievably hardy ‘05 Chevy Silverado — into our…
How to take advantage of the solar tax credit
Written by Sarah Lozanova When preparing to install a solar system on your home and business, it is essential to consider its financial performance implications. Installing solar panels can be a wise investment, especially when eligible for the federal tax credit. The return on investment…
Solar Energy Incentives
Written by Sarah Lozanova There are tax incentives available for both homeowners and businesses to save with solar energy. The solar tax credit, known as the investment tax credit (ITC), reduces the net cost of installing a solar energy system. This valuable solar incentive will…
Federal Solar Energy Policy
Written by Davey Newlove The 2020 election season is upon us and federal solar energy policy is on many peoples’ minds. It’s that time of year when most politicians discuss, dispute and distract. If you’re like me, you can easily get lost in all of…