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Owner Eric Hansen with a homeowner discussing their new Powerwall+

A Solar+Storage Solution in Central Point

True South Solar recently installed a solar+storage solution for a couple in Central Point. This 7.2kw PV solar electric system was installed on a composition shingle roof. We also installed a Tesla Powerwall+ for electricity backup, in case the power goes out, on the exterior of the house. The couple wants to make sure that

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Tesla Powerwall in a home.

What’s the Difference Between Powerwall+ and Powerwall 2?

NOTE: Tesla now offers Powerwall 3. (Powerwall 2 and Powerwall+ have been discontinued.) LEARN MORE ABOUT POWERWALL 3FIND OUT WHY POWERWALL 3 IS REVOLUTIONARY Prior to 2024, True South Solar offered Tesla’s two different home energy storage options, Powerwall+ and Powerwall 2. There were some critical differences between the two products (namely, DC vs AC

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REC Silicon production facility in Moses Lake, WA

Hanwha And REC Silicon Announce 10-Year Partnership

Last month, the Korean-based company Hanwha and the US’s largest crystaline silicon solar panel assembler announced that they would be opening another solar plant. They will be making both the solar panels and their components right here in the USA. This is big news! Qcells, which has its headquarters in Seoul, said it was making

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Maximize your savings going solar with True South Solar

Maximizing Your Savings with Incentives

Thinking about installing a solar energy system at your home or business in Southern Oregon? You’ll be happy to know that there are numerous incentives available to help you save money. In this post, we’ll discuss the various state and federal incentives that can help you reduce the cost of your solar installation and maximize

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Rianna Koppel - a member of the True South Solar team

Meet The Team- Rianna Kopel

Meet Rianna Kopel, a member of the True South Solar team. She is a solar administrator. When did you first start thinking about solar? I have been inspired by sustainability at Maharishi International University in my hometown. This community has been invested in solar and permaculture for decades. In 2018, MIU installed a 1.1 MW

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Meet True South Solar team member Sayler Houppermans

Meet The Team- Sayler Houppermans

Sayler joined the True South Solar Team in early January as a solar installer. When did you first start thinking about solar? I’ve always been interested in renewable energy, solar seems like an easy efficient way to ensure this place we live stays beautiful and green for generations to come. What’s your favorite thing to

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A home with Qcells panels installed by True South Solar

Another Qcell Panel Plant to be Built in the U.S.

The country’s largest crystaline silicon solar panel assembler Qcells is building another plant in 2023 in the U.S. Since 2019, Hanwha, the Korean-owned solar company currently has operated a plant in Georgia which assembles solar panels. Next year, they will be making solar panels and their components right here in the USA. Qcells, which has

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True South Solar Completed Work Map 2022

A Map of Our Completed Jobs

Since 2010, True South Solar has completed more than 1,100 solar panel installations – exclusively in Southern Oregon. As you can see on this interactive map, many of these installations were made in your neighborhood or town. Why do we only work in Southern Oregon? We choose to work only in Southern Oregon because this

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Another clean, green renewable solar energy system installed by True South Solar.

What is Most Important When Selecting a Home Solar Installer?

When selecting a home solar installer, there are several important factors to consider: Overall, it is important to do your research and carefully consider these factors when selecting a home solar installer to ensure a successful and cost-effective installation. Are you ready to learn about going solar the right way? Please give us a call

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Net Metering and Solar in Southern Oregon

You may have heard or seen the term “net metering” when learning about solar. But, what exactly is “net metering” and how does it work? Do we have net metering in Southern Oregon? Does it work when putting solar panels on your house? Here in Southern Oregon, your house must be tied to the local

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The True South Solar team installs solar panels.

FAQ: How long does it take to install solar panels?

A common question we get is how much time it takes for installation and what is the process? In general, from the time a contract is signed until the system is installed can be anywhere from six to twelve weeks. The installation itself typically takes 1-2 days for a residence. The processing time depends on

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