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Additional Tax Incentives for Businesses with Solar The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 marks a significant shift in U.S. energy policy, particularly in its support for clean energy projects. This landmark legislation extended the 30% Investment Investment Credit through 2032 and introduced various bonus tax incentives, including the 10% Energy Community Bonus and 10%… Read in Browser >>

As the solar industry continues to grow, Southern Oregon homeowners have more choices than ever when it comes to installing solar power systems. Two companies offering solar energy solutions are True South Solar and Blue Raven Solar. While both are dedicated to helping customers reduce their energy bills and reliance on traditional power sources, there

When it comes to choosing a solar installation company in Southern Oregon, homeowners are presented with several options, each offering its own unique approach to renewable energy. Two prominent players in the region are True South Solar and Purelight Power, both of which offer homeowners solar solutions but with different philosophies, histories, and customer experiences.

Oregon’s increase in cost-effective energy-efficient technology is lowering power demand, according to a recent article on JPR.org. This lower demand allows power companies to forecast and plan for future energy needs in the region. According to the Northwest Power and Conservation Council’s findings, the Pacific Northwest used 160 average megawatts less because of energy efficiency

Premiering October 17 on Southern Oregon PBS, Energy Horizons will explore the future of energy in Oregon. Learn the importance of energy, climate change, and resource depletion and explore potential solutions underway across Oregon. This series will encapsulate the reality of Oregon’s transition to renewable energy through in-depth interviews with over 40 Oregonian scientists, engineers,

One of the challenges with adopting renewable energy at scale is storage: where does the energy come from when the sun isn’t shining or the wind stops blowing? Enter the Swan Lake “Water Battery” renewable energy storage solution in Klamath County. This technology has been used around the world for decades, but it’s the first

At True South Solar, we often hear this question: “Why do I need Tesla Powerwall if I have an electric vehicle (EV)?” It’s a great question, especially as more people embrace the benefits of renewable energy and electric transportation. Many people are getting excited about using their electric vehicle for backup power during a power

Beginning July 1, The Energy Trust of Oregon (ETO) has made battery storage incentives available for all commercial Pacific Power customers. This is great news for our commercial customers who would like to add battery storage to their plans for installing solar on their buildings. As an ETO solar trade ally, True South Solar has