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Do I Need Home Storage?
As the landscape of energy continues to evolve, many Southern Oregon homeowners are considering the addition of home storage solutions to their energy systems. At True South Solar, we’ve observed a growing interest in devices like Tesla Powerwall 3, especially from those concerned about power outages and the uncertainty of future energy supply. With the
Does Tesla Powerwall Work With a Whole Home Backup Generator?
The Tesla Powerwall 3 fully integrated home backup system is an incredibly popular option for homeowners looking to add backup power and maximize their solar energy usage. But what if you already have or are considering installing a whole home generator for backup power? Can the two systems work together? The short answer is yes,
Southern Oregon Schools Go Solar
Schools across Southern Oregon are making a a solid investment in the future. Faced with soaring energy costs and tightening budgets, forward-thinking districts are turning to solar power as a intelligent long-term solution. By harnessing the region’s abundant sunshine, these educational institutions are paving the way for a greener, more resilient tomorrow. Ashland School District
Meet Team Member Koko
Meet True South Solar employee Koko! He is a journeyman electrician who grew up right here in Southern Oregon. When did you first start thinking about solar? I started thinking about solar in high-school as a good alternate source of energy production, and as I have grown older I have enjoyed watching its implementation and
Meet Team Member Daniel
Meet Daniel Cervantes, a member of our installation crew. You can see him smiling on rooftops around Southern Oregon. What got you interested in working in the solar field? My interest in the solar field stems from a strong commitment to sustainability and a desire to contribute to a cleaner, greener future through solar energy.
Introducing Tesla Powerwall 3
In the first quarter of 2024, Tesla announced their latest energy storage product, Tesla Powerwall 3. Powerwall 3 replaces both Powerwall 2 and Powerwall+. Read on to learn all about this product and why it’s superior to the previous generations and vastly superior (and less expensive) than any other home energy storage solution on the
Meet Our Office Coordinator Janet
Meet Janet Langley, the True South Solar Office Coordinator. If you’re interested in solar for your home or business, give us a call today to find out more. She looks forward to hearing from you! What got you interested in the Solar field? The very first time I saw a solar panel I was interested
Pacific Power Raises Rates for 2024
Pacific Power 2024 Rate Increases for Oregon Residential and Commercial Customers Beginning January 10, 2024, residential Pacific Power customers will begin to incur an average rate increase of 12.9%. For a single family residence using the average of 900 kWh per month, their bills will increase by about $15 monthly. Small commercial customers will see
Maxeon Solar Panels – The Gold Standard for Residential Solar
The solar industry has seen tremendous innovation in recent years, with new technologies and products aimed at making solar panels more efficient, reliable and affordable. One company leading this charge is Maxeon Solar Technologies. Maxeon was spun off from SunPower in 2020 as an independent company, building on over 35 years of solar research and
Our Southern Oregon Community
True South Solar has been a community supporter from Day One. Since Eric and Shawn started the business in 2010, True South has contributed many thousands of dollars to local community groups. Over the past 5 years, we’ve committed more than $50,000 in donations supporting local nonprofits. We also encourage team members to volunteer. We
True South Solar Team Attends the Oregon Solar + Storage Conference 2023
This November, True South Solar attended one of the largest gatherings of solar professionals in the Pacific Northwest. The Oregon Solar + Storage Conference (OSSC) is Oregon’s largest trade conference for the solar and storage industry. The conference was held November 7-9 in Portland at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. There were various general sessions, keynotes,
Ashland Middle School is now Powered by the Sun
Solar Powered Classrooms The beginning of the academic school year brought new students, newly renovated buildings, and a brand-new solar array at Ashland Middle School. Our team is thrilled to help transition AMS to clean energy! Students today can look forward to learning powered by clean energy. The Ashland School District will reduce its electricity