Solar energy offers both personal and environmental benefits, making it a positive choice for energy sustainability. By adopting solar power, you can lower your monthly electric bills while actively participating in California's transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

Solar electric or PV technology uses the sun’s energy to make electricity. When sunlight strikes an array of solar panels, electrons are freed by the interaction of sunlight with semiconductor materials (typically silicon). The movement of electrons creates current, thus creating direct current (DC) power. DC is the only type of current produced by solar cells. Appliances and machinery, however, operate on alternating current (AC) as supplied by your utility. The DC energy produced by the panels is fed into an inverter that transforms the DC power into AC power, which then feeds into the main electrical panel that powers your house or business.

A "kW" is a kilowatt, which is a unit of power, equal to 1,000 watts. It's commonly used to measure the capacity or usage of electrical devices and systems.

A "kWh" is a kilowatt-hour, which is a unit of energy. It represents the amount of energy consumed or generated when a 1-kilowatt device operates for one hour.

The size of the photovoltaic (PV) solar system you need depends on your electricity consumption, location, and energy goals. Consult with our solar professionals to determine the right system size for your specific needs.

In the event of a power outage, your solar energy system is designed to shut down automatically for safety. A grid-tied solar system typically won't provide power during outages unless it's equipped with a battery storage system. Once grid power is restored, your electricity supply will resume shortly.