Tesla – Southern Energy Management

Tesla Powerwall 3: Everything You Need To Know

Lindsay Brecheisen — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:08:29 +0000

Tesla is set to release its Powerwall 3 in 2024. Let’s dive into its advantages, drawbacks, and compare it to previous Powerwall models to help you answer the question ‘should I wait for the Powerwall 3?’

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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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Charging Your Electric Vehicle with Home Solar

Lindsay Brecheisen — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 20:45:49 +0000

If you’re interested in solar for your home, and already own an electric vehicle or are looking into it, then this blog is for you! We’ll cover the fundamentals of what to consider when charging your electric vehicle using the solar panels on your roof, bringing together the best of sustainable energy in a seamless and eco-friendly way.

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Guest Post: Solar Electricity from an Investment Perspective

Lindsay Brecheisen — Mon, 15 May 2023 21:31:00 +0000

We couldn’t be more excited and proud when our customers do cool things and share said cool things with us! Dennis and Debbie Walsh went solar with us, joining our SHINE Tribe in 2021. Recently, Dennis wrote an impressive article about the payback of solar for a local publication. Please check it out below, and thanks for sharing your expertise with our SHINE Tribe, Dennis!

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How To Avoid Grid Outages With Solar and Batteries

Lindsay Brecheisen — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:23:46 +0000

Home Solar 101 Lessons In This Module 00: Battery Basics 01: Solar in an Outage 02: Using a Battery 03: Backup Performance 04: Battery vs Generator FAQs What You’ll Learn In this module, we’ll give you all the information you need to know when considering battery backup as an energy security solution. If you already […]

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Tesla Powerwall+ (Plus): Everything You Need To Know

Lindsay Brecheisen — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:48:52 +0000

If you’ve been asking, “What’s all the hooplah about the Tesla Powerwall+ (Plus),” then you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we dive into what makes the Powerwall+ unique, and whether it is the right option for your home and energy goals.

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Top 17+ Tesla Powerwall Questions Answered [2023 Guide]

Alyssa Hardbower — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 16:57:00 +0000

Answers to all of your Tesla Powerwall questions in one place! Check out our 2023 Guide to learn about Powerwall specs, how battery+solar works, and more!

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How to Prepare for a Storm in NC with Tesla Powerwall

Lindsay Brecheisen — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:04:07 +0000

Let’s talk grid outages in North Carolina and how to use a Powerwall to keep you prepared for hurricanes, ice storms, and power outage events. Graham is back behind the camera to explain Tesla Powerwall Functionality During Storm Outages and what you can expect from a battery system when the power goes out.

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Tesla Solar Roof: To Wait or Not To Wait?

Will Etheridge — Sat, 18 Dec 2021 19:39:00 +0000

At Southern Energy Management, we’re just as excited about the Tesla Solar Roof as everyone else. Here's our forecast of when we might see a roll out in North Carolina and what to expect from a solar shingle roof.

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