Learning Center – Page 9

Solar for Business

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

Businesses of all sizes across Oregon have invested in solar electric and solar water heating systems. Note: For the most part, the information laid out in Solar Electricity for Homeowners … Read more

Requesting Bids and Hiring a Solar Contractor

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

The easiest way to get started with a solar electric or solar hot water is to get a bid proposal from a solar contractor. In fact, we recommend homeowners and … Read more

Find a Professional

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

If you are interested in finding a solar professional, Solar Oregon recommends going to the Energy Trust of Oregon’s solar site to request analysis and bids from their Solar Trade Allies. Solar … Read more

Solar Electricity for Homeowners

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

In the last decade, the cost of a solar electric systems has dropped dramatically and thousands of Oregonians have installed systems in all parts of the state to meet a … Read more

Components

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

A basic home solar electric system consists of PV cells connected and packaged together in weather-protected panels. Panels are fastened side-by-side on a racking system on a building’s roof to … Read more

Safety

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

Once they are installed, PV systems are safe and require little maintenance. During the installation process there are many important safety precautions. Among the considerations is the fact that work … Read more

Utilities: Connected/Off-Grid

November 30, 2023November 16, 2015 by vast

There are three basic types of solar electric systems: A Grid-tied system operates only when the utility grid is working. A Stand-alone off-grid is not connected to the grid at … Read more

Happy Valley Launches HV Solar Program

November 30, 2023October 1, 2015 by vast

The City of Happy Valley, OR, a fast-growing suburb of Portland, was recently awarded a grant from Northwest Solar Communities to increase solar photovoltaic installations among homeowners.

Solar Now! University Sizzles

November 30, 2023September 22, 2015 by vast

Itâ€™s been a few short weeks, since this yearâ€™s Solar Now! University and I want to thank the many partners, staff members, and sponsors who helped make this event a success.

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