Solar 101 – Southern Energy Management

Duke Energy’s New Solar Program in North Carolina

Lindsay Brecheisen — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:19:28 +0000

On October 1, 2023, Duke Energy launched its new solar program for North Carolina solar customers. This new program allows you to choose how your solar is credited through two new options: the Net Metering “Bridge Rate" or a Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate. Keep reading to dive deeper into Duke Energy’s new solar program and discover which of these two options is the best fit for your energy needs.

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How To Avoid Losing Power During The Next Hurricane

Lindsay Brecheisen — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:39:10 +0000

We’re entering the heart of hurricane season here in North Carolina, which means it’s time to start thinking about how to prepare your home for incoming storms. Hurricanes can be quite stressful, and losing power for hours, or even days, is just the icing on top of an anxiety cake (try that for your next challenge, Great British Baking Show).

Look, we’ve been trying to reason with hurricane season*, but alas, the storms still roll in most years. Each time a storm blows through, we get tons of questions about how to prevent power outages with solar power and whether battery storage is the right investment.

Here are the answers to the 5 questions we get asked the most:

*We published this blog a week before receiving the saddening news of Jimmy Buffett's passing. As you can tell by the countless references to him in this blog, Jimmy's energy and music have been a staple for many on our team. From all of your SEM Parrot Heads, Rest in Paradise JB!

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What Is The Impact Of Weather On Solar Energy?

Lindsay Brecheisen — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:57:59 +0000

How does rain affect solar system production? Can my solar system survive a hurricane? From cloudy days to severe conditions, explore how weather impacts solar panels and solar production. Plus, learn how to monitor a system’s production during stormy weather, and what to do if something happens.

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How Much Do Solar Panels for Your Home Cost?

Will Etheridge — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:50:24 +0000

Solar 101 Lessons in this Module 01: Average Solar Cost 02: Solar Incentives 03: Standard Costs 04: Cost Adders FAQs Lesson 01 How Much Does a Home Solar System Cost in North Carolina? “How much does solar cost?” is the most common question people have about home solar systems. It’s a simple question with a […]

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What Size Solar System Do You Actually Need?

Will Etheridge — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:56:00 +0000

What size solar system you need, should get, and can get are each different. Here's what to look for and how it all adds up.

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How to Know If Solar is Right for You

Alyssa Hardbower — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 01:07:00 +0000

Solar 101 How to Know If Solar is Right for You Lessons in this Module 01: Roof Checklist 02: Utility’s Policies 03: HOA Restrictions 04: Solar Permitting Quiz Yourself! Is your home right for solar? One of the most important questions you can ask is whether your home is right for solar. Although we’d love […]

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Solar System Components

Alyssa Hardbower — Fri, 27 May 2022 23:18:00 +0000

Solar 101 Solar System Components Lessons in this Module 01: System Components 02: Types of Solar Panels 03: Parts of a Solar Panel 04: Where is Solar Made 05: Upkeep & Warranties Quiz Yourself! 7 Key Solar System Components Knowing the components of a solar system and about the parts of a solar panel themselves […]

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How Does Home Solar Work?

Alyssa Hardbower — Wed, 18 May 2022 01:05:00 +0000

Solar 101 How Does Home Solar Work? Lessons in this Module 01: How Solar Works 02: Types of Solar 03: Using Solar Power Quiz Yourself Let’s Talk Solar 101! Whether you’re interested in going solar for the dollar savings or you’re on a mission to help save the planet, having a good understanding of solar […]

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Top 12 Items to Watch Out for On A Solar Proposal

Alyssa Hardbower — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 16:42:39 +0000

Like any other major investment, purchasing a solar system involves a lot of research and education to make sure you get the best deal. When it comes to comparing competitive proposals, not all quotes are created equal. Here are a few major items you should check for as you try to narrow your list of […]

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15 Things You Need to Know to Go Solar [Part 2]

Alyssa Hardbower — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:58:59 +0000

Having a good understanding of solar basics will go far in guiding your decision of what company to work with and which proposal to sign. Here is Part 2 of the 15 things you need to know to go solar.

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