Living solar in the winter, panelanches and more
As more snow is falling across the West, we wanted to answer questions related to snow on panels, and how things work with solar systems in the winter. Fortunately in most areas, snow is not…
Wrapping up 2018 on a bright note
This past year has been a great one for KCP Energy as we’ve assisted such a wide array of wonderful families and businesses to live out their solar goals. As a team, we’ve worked hard…
Major announcement benefits Alberta’s next solar users
Energy Efficiency Alberta’s Residential and Commercial Solar Program just announced increased incentive levels for all types of eligible participants. Incentives relate to those wishing to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Geoff Domenico, president of KCP…
Why window shopping for solar is so important
Solar panels are an investment and some have compared it to purchasing a car. Like a car, you want to shop around and find the best match. But unlike a car, going solar is an…
What living solar now means to me – Lee Sinal
When I started working in the solar energy industry in 2014, I slowly began to notice that solar was actually everywhere I went. And I am not just talking about the sun and its rays!…
Solar panels reconnect you to nature’s rhythms
When my solar panels were installed on my roof, I didn’t know what to expect. But it would be the unexpected that would have the biggest impact on me and my experience. You see, we live in…
Can I charge my electric car at night with solar power?
Recently, I was asked by a homeowner about the prospect of installing a solar system on his garage to offset the utility electric requirement typically associated with charging his Nissan Leaf electric vehicle. I thought…
Many people take sunshine and fresh air for granted. Not us.
When my wife and I created KCP Energy in 2007, we did so because we wanted to provide a better and cleaner future for our kids. We’d seen way too much smog and air pollution…
