Entries by SGE Marketing

New Homes Requiring Solar :)

There’s no question that solar power is entering the mainstream, but California is about to give it a giant boost. The state’s Energy Commission is expected to approve new energy standards that would require solar panels on the roofs of nearly all new homes, condos and apartment buildings from 2020 onward. There will be exemptions […]

RI Solar Incentives

Currently, there are great Federal, State, and Utility solar incentives to help offset the cost of your system in Rhode Island. With Rhode Island being right in our backyard, we’re able to work with you closely to develop a system that matches your needs. SGE Solar being a SunPower dealer means you’ll get the latest […]

Not ALL Solar Panels are Created Equal

Here at SGE we use SunPowerTM  systems because they are meticulously designed and tested to stand up to some of the harshest conditions: temperature swings, battering winds, humidity, hail and more. Solar experts know SunPower panels are the best at withstanding all types of weather. Whether you live in a mild climate or more extreme conditions, SunPower […]

Clean energy Western Massachusetts

By Mary C. Serreze February 2018 Read the original article Here It’s been a busy year for clean energy in the state and region, and the months ahead promise yet more challenges and opportunities. A new solar incentive program will go into effect in 2018, providing tariff-based payments instead of production credits. Utilities will firm […]

Nebraska State Fair Adds Solar Panels

By Steve White August 9, 2017 Read the original article Here While fairgoers seek the shade, the sun will help power this year’s Nebraska State Fair. Solar panels are being installed this week, on the south side of the Nebraska Building, near the Game and Parks exhibit. “You’re going to see about 25 kilowatts, which […]

Massachusetts seeking bids for largest renewable energy contract in New England history

By Crystal Bui August 1, 2017 Read the original article Here Massachusetts is now reviewing proposals to bring clean energy to the state. Gov. Charlie Baker’s administration is seeking project bids worldwide to provide up to 1,200 megawatts of energy. The governor is taking proposals from water, wind, and solar power companies, with local businesses […]

Mass Solar Connect Program Helps Massachusetts Consumers Shop Around

By Joseph Bebon July 7, 2017 Read the original article Here The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) recently partnered with nonprofit Mass Energy Consumers Alliance (Mass Energy) and Boston-based EnergySage to administer the 2017 Mass Solar Connect program, which aims to educate and help consumers go solar and level the playing field between large and […]

Massachusetts Town Saves $101,000 in 12 Months with Solar

By Emily Holbrook July 25, 2017 Read the original article Here Massachusetts, announced that using solar electric power has saved $101,000 in electricity costs in 12 months. According to recorder.com, the purchase agreement has met expectations each of the three years of its existence. The contract guarantees a minimum of 85% of the estimated production, […]