Wildfire activity and public safety shutoffs are becoming more common in California and Oregon. Hurricanes continue their destruction of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. And then there was the winter storm earlier this season turned Texas upside down. The past years have demonstrated that climate change is a serious concern. These extreme weather phenomena have reshaped the way people approach their energy consumption.
More homeowners are looking at ways to change their relationship with utility companies, whether being left out during rolling blackouts or being more cautious about energy consumption due to the overloading of the electric grid. Solar energy solves many of the problems above. The first is that using solar energy sources such as solar power helps reduce harmful greenhouse gases caused by the nation’s dependence on fossil fuels. A solar panel allows homeowners to generate electricity from the sun during the day. This clean energy contributes to the fight against climate change and helps reduce the negative effects of electricity generated from fossil fuels.
Solar energy also reduces the homeowner’s dependence on electricity. SunPower’s highly efficient panels let homeowners reap the benefits of owning solar systems. Our panels feature solar cells with a wider light-trapping area than traditional solar cells. More sunlight means more power, which includes ultraviolet and infrared radiations. This innovative approach allows SunPower(r) solar panels to produce 55% more electricity over 25 years than traditional panels. 1 The SunPower dealer network helps with many details beyond solar panel efficiency. The specially trained dealers can advise homeowners about the size of their solar system that will meet their current energy requirements. They can also handle future loads such as an electric vehicle or pool. Combining industry knowledge and technology can make homeowners less dependent on the grid, leading to significant savings in their utility bills.
SunPower’s SunVault (TM) storage solution allows homeowners to enjoy greater energy independence. SunVault comprises two main components: the solar battery (TM) and Hub+(TM). Hub+, an intelligent software program, gives homeowners the freedom to store energy at their own pace. SunVault can be programmed to automatically turn on during peak demand to reduce electricity costs or to power vital appliances when there is no power. This independence is not available by relying only on utility companies.
With SunPower’s loan, lease, and cash options, solar + storage solutions are accessible and affordable. Solar power allows homeowners to manage their energy and prepare for unexpected weather events.