Straight-Talk Solar Cast

In this week's podcast we discuss the new rule in Northern California that requires all new gas furnaces to be replaced with electric heaters starting in 2027. About Jamie Duran & ⁠ Solar Harmonics ⁠ Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in ⁠Northern California⁠ , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you c...

In this week's podcast, we discuss what solar installers can expect after the new NEM 3.O program takes effect on April 15th. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the website for the top so...

In this week's podcast, we discuss more of the NEM deadline foibles, adventures and pitfalls.  There has never been a crazier time in solar han now! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check ou...

Solar + PGE Foibles - In this week's podcast we update everyone on the comings and goings with net energy metering and discuss how new home builders are working with PG&E to hopefully get grandfathered into NEM 2.0... About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel sy...

In this week's podcast we discuss what comes after NEM 2.0, expiring April 14, 2023, and what electricity users can expect with the new program. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the web...

In this week's podcast we discuss the Net Energy Metering 2.0 deadline and the OhmConnect https://refer.ohm.co/raiders0218 program that rewards electricity users for reducing their usage. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or...

In this week's podcast we discuss the new capability of solar inverter companies to enable vehicle to grid that allows the battery of an electric vehicle to be the backup battery for a home during a power outage. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for...

In this week's podcast we discuss the potential use of solar power to help public spaces keep cool during the warm months. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the website for the top solar...

In this week's podcast we discuss the decision by Home Depot stores to add solar to all of their California stores. We also discuss what it will take for other large retailers to do the same. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business,...

In this week's podcast we discuss some common questions our clients have on solar projects. We understand solar is learning a new language and this STSC podcast helps bridge the education gap and helps our clients gain more education to make better decisions about their solar journey. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite thei...

In this week's podcast we discuss the somewhat small but very important part of the Inflation Reduction Act that allows for direct payment of the federal tax credit to some non-profits. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or fa...

In this week's podcast we review the requirement by utility companies that inverters shut down when the inverter senses a grid outage. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the website for t...

In this week's podcast we discuss the recently approved NEM 3.0 decision by the #CPUC and how this decision affects current and future solar customers in #California. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you...

In this week's podcast we discuss why solar power + electric vehicle charging a no-brainer to not only make owning an AirBnB more attractive but how solar increases the value of the property from the first day! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for th...

In this week's podcast we discuss the new program started by PG & E that will allow an electric vehicle to not only power the home in the event of a power outage but also to power the grid when the grid is maxed out.  Read more at https://www.energy-storage.news/pge-launches-vehicle-to-everything-pilot-programmes-in-california-v2x/ About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by...

In this week's podcast we discuss the upcoming changes in the depreciation benefit for commercial solar projects.  Assuming a $100k project, the  amount that is depreciable is $85k, multiplied by the federal tax rate of 21% = $17,850.  Starting in 2023, that amount drops to $14,280.  Make sure to consult with your tax professional if you plan to complete a commercial solar proj...

In this week's podcast we are thankful for our listeners, clients, employees, installers, and PG&E.  #HappyThanksgiving! About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check out the website for the to...

In  this week's podcast we discuss some of the implications of the proposed  (still not approved) #NEM3.0 and the impacts this proposal could have  on the future of solar power in #California About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their...

In this week's podcast we discuss the updates to NEM 3.0, solar in Mexico, and the first of solar trends that will continue in 2023.  #CalleTeChachalaca About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can chec...

In this week's podcast we discuss the transition to electric heat pumps and the additional solar power that will be needed to supply the electricity for the heat pumps.  Here is the link to the Mr. Cool Heat  Pump in -24 degrees in North Dakota https://youtu.be/_v8vizQXwss About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their...

In this week's podcast, we discuss the client's role and the solar contractor's responsibility for excessive electricity usage relative to solar production. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  Here, you can check...

In this week's podcast we discuss the latest #NetEnergyMetering update and  how we can plan for potential fuel shortages with # EVs and  #SolarPower. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  You can check ou...

In this week's podcast we discuss the impact of the California heat wave on all electricity customers whether they have solar or not, and the tools for navigating the PGE.com website.  PGE.com is not all that user-friendly, so we assembled this video to help navigate the PGE.com portal. Check it out here:   https://youtu.be/Cq4DtzvERVE About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to y...

In this week's podcast we discuss the difference between Alternate Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) backup batteries. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern California , who invite their customers to “Own Their Energy” by purchasing a solar panel system for their home, business, or farm.  You can check out the website for the top solar energy...

In this week's podcast we discuss the new initiative by the state of  California to test out covering an irrigation canal in the Turlock area with solar panels.  Not only do canals have excellent solar exposure, but the solar panels can also provide electricity to the surrounding areas as well. About Jamie Duran & Solar Harmonics Brought to you by Solar Harmonics in Northern Californ...