What is the Tesla Solar Roof? The Tesla Solar Roof is a building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) roofing product made of “invisible” solar cells embedded in roof tiles. Instead of solar panels mounted on top of an existing roof, the solar tiles look like conventional...
When you’re passionate about sustainability generally and solar in particular—and deeply concerned about the latest climate news—what’s the experience of this year’s election cycle? Chances are you don’t hear as much as you’d like about climate or renewables, even...
The 2018 Seattle Energy Code (SEC) specifies current energy efficiency requirements for new commercial construction and renovation projects within the city. Various sections of the code contain specific on-site renewable energy requirements that can be easily met with...
Net Metering Is Critical for Washington State’s Energy Future Last week, the Washington State legislature passed the Solar Fairness Act (SB 6081) out of the State Senate, and the bill is currently making its way through the House of Representatives. The full...
There’s a lot of buzz surrounding solar power these days. Whether you’re an experienced solar owner or you’ve only begun to learn about it, the information out there probably seems contradictory and confusing. There are a lot of solar myths floating...