When the power grid fails, solar + battery will have your back
One way to ensure you have power when utilities are down is to pair your solar energy system with battery storage.
New study lays out the impact of residential energy use
A new study published recently in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, “The Carbon Footprint of Household Energy Use in the United States,” took a much-needed, comprehensive look at the greenhouse (GHG) emissions related to residential energy use. Looking at data from 93 million households, the authors of the study determined that residential…
Going Solar Is as Easy As 1-2-3
If you are considering a solar energy system for your home or business, it may seem intimidating. There are so many considerations and a lot of technical information to understand. At Brilliant Harvest, we strive to make the process as easy as possible for our clients. So, in today’s discussion, we’re going to explain how…
Can my solar energy system be protected from lightning strikes?
Once you’ve made an investment in a solar energy system, you’re probably going to be concerned about protecting that investment. The weather in Florida introduces many causes for concern, including hurricanes, tornadoes, hail and lightning (oh my!). One question we get fairly often is this: “Can my solar energy system be protected from lightning strikes?”…
Spring cleaning for your solar energy system
As warmer weather arrives and flowers begin to bloom, many Americans will begin the annual rite of spring cleaning. A 2017 poll by Sparefoot, a self-storage industry news site, found that 78 percent of Americans plan to tackle spring cleaning projects, spending an average of four days on the process. So what if anything – should you…
The Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is here – and we can get it for you!
Tesla Powerwall 2.0 The Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is officially here and making an even bigger splash in the home energy market than its first-generation predecessor. It can be indoor/outdoor, wall or floor-mounted, holds 13.5 kWhs per battery, will power a continuous 5 kW of energy and surge to 7 kW, you can stack NINE batteries…
Understanding net metering in Florida
If you have a solar energy system, then you are likely the beneficiary of net metering. If you’re not quite sure what that means, keep reading for understanding net metering in Florida – we’re happy to explain. In Florida, net metering rules were adopted in 2008. Net metering allows utility customers to connect approved renewable…