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Looking to move to solar energy? Hampton Roads co-op educates residents, helps them make the switch
For several years, LoriAnn Stretch had considered converting her home to solar energy both for cost savings and environmental benefits. The James City County resident just had no idea where to start. “It seemed unattainable to figure it all out on my own,” said...
Appalachian Power Requests 11% Monthly Bill Increase For Most Customers
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Appalachian Power announced Monday that they have filed a request with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) seeking recovery of electric transmission costs. Submitted last week, the rate change is the first sought by the company since...
Solar panels donated to Forest Youth Athletic Association
Anew solar-powered system has been installed onto the roof of the main office building at the Jump Park in Forest with the hope that it will eventually offset all of the power bills for the Forest Youth Athletic Association. The panels and labor were donated by Earth...
Julie from Convert Solar Featured in “Warriors of Light” Episode 3: “Rise
“Warriors of Light” Episode 3: “Rise,” features some inspirational women on the frontlines of the solar revolution. They lead by example, rise above convention, and remain motivated by the purpose of their hard work. Julie Wallace joined the Convert Solar team in...
Long-sought changes to rooftop solar laws offer a new vision of Virginia’s electric grid
A chicken in every pot, a car in every garage — and a solar panel for every roof? For many years, that notion would have been unthinkable in Virginia, where fairly competitive electric rates, a lack of incentives and what one solar developer described as...
Client Testimonial & Project Highlight | Equi-Kids Commercial Solar System Install
https://youtu.be/EoFvVmSqg_o We are extremely excited to help Equi-kids Therapeutic Riding Center go solar! Equi-Kids had been trying to go solar for a few years but could not find the right company for the job. We were introduced to Equi-kids through a referral...
How to spot solar scams
The demand for solar energy is skyrocketing across the nation. This is great news! However, as the solar industry grows and more companies compete for your business, you might notice an uptick in misleading solar advertisements or sales practices — or even...
Dominion bills have soared — and are set to rise even faster, officials say
Dominion Energy customers’ monthly electric bills have jumped nearly 29% since 2007 under a series of electric utility-backed bills enacted since then — and look set to rise another 45% over the next decade, the State Corporation Commission said. The electric...
Charitable Partnership With GivePower!
Exciting news! Convert Solar is proud to announce our new charitable partnership with GivePower! 3 in 10 people worldwide lack access to safe, readily available water at home Today marks a great partnership with GivePower to support the construction of their...
Client Testimonial & Project Highlight | Residential Solar System Install in Chesapeake
Garret called us looking for a solar system and a Powerwall. He was very detail-oriented and wanted to know the ins and outs of all the installation components. We were able to get him exactly what he needed and have the Tesla team travel to Hampton Roads to make sure all of his requests were met. The system looks and runs great! Thanks, Garret!
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