New Solar Rebate
Exciting news for solar enthusiasts! A new rebate program rolled out for the California's affordable housing this week with solar incentives totaling up to $25 million. Utility Commissioner Timothy Alan Simon said he supports the decision to implement the low income solar water heating incentive program because solar water heaters are cost effective, and "the fuel they use – sunshine – is free. This allows us to achieve our goals of delivering cost effective energy savings to low income customers." CPUC President Michael R. Peevey stated that the program of increased incentives "will help ease the financial burden on low income customers." With the program's official launch today, solar water heating incentives for affordable housing will be higher than they've ever been. Qualifying multifamily homes will be eligible for 150% of the top-tier CSI incentive levels for solar thermal, with up to $500,000 available per property.
Are You Still Running Your Old Pool Pump?
Do you have a pool? Are you still running the original pool motor? According to pool industry partners FPSIE (Foundation of Pool and Spa Industry) and SMUD- it’s time you consider an upgrade to start saving!
SMUD responded to the following customer questions:
Q: Are the savings from energy efficient pool pumps enough to cover the cost of the equipment?
A: Do the math:
Your old 2-horse power single speed motor in SMUD service territory costs about 60 cents per hour to operate if you run it 8 hours per day during a 6 month swim season (182 days x 8 hours x 60 cents = $873.60), and you save say 40% of that equaling $399.44 in savings that you can apply towards the new equipment you purchase. Then, once it has paid for itself the savings just keep coming.
Energy efficiency is a great first step to saving $ and living green. Aztec Solar works with the best manufacturers in the business. Contact us to find out more.
Q: I’ve heard that it’s possible to save a lot of energy on our electric bill by upgrading our pool pump and motor to a more efficient one. Is this true?
A: There are energy efficient motors that customers have achieved 10-15% savings in comparison to their older model, single speed motor. By upgrading to the next level, a two (2) speed motor, savings of 12-20% is typical. There is the more efficient “variable” speed motor that is even more energy efficient that customers report savings of 25-40%. Yet even greater savings can be achieved by the addition of a controller for use in conjunction with the variable speed motor. Customers report 40-60% savings over the old single speed motors.
The best part is that you have options which are all available through Aztec Solar so contact us today for a free in-home consultation. In a consultation, you will also learn if solar pool heating is right for you!
Aztec Solar is a proud sponsor of FPSIE, and SMUD approved solar contractor.
Sacramento a Clean Energy City
Top Ten Things Making Sacramento a Clean Energy City
Today, Sacramento is known for its agriculture, commercial business, and its growing culture, including food, music, and art. The city is also known for the large number of clean technology highlights, including energy efficiency and renewable energy. Read ten of the biggest highlights for Sacramento, California- making it a clean energy city.
Solar is a growth industry in California, and now notably Sacramento. Blogger, Shawn Lesser, comments on the top quality solar companies we have in the region, recognizing Aztec Solar as 1 of the best! "Another company is Aztec Solar Inc. which provides solar energy solutions as well for residential and commercial clients. Aztec offers some of the best solar technologies and products on the market, including solar electric, solar pool heating, and solar water heating."
Energy Commission awards, the number of certified LEED buildings (Leadership in Energy and Design) and Sustainable Sacramento are some other factors making Sacramento a Clean Energy City. Let’s all do our part to support this local economy and do what’s best today and tomorrow for our community. Read more
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