If you’re a part of the agriculture industry, you know how much energy it takes to power a farm. With margins tight and constantly changing variables of climate and the environment, operating a successful agriculture business means keeping costs as low as possible....
The new year is here and it’s a great time to finally make that switch to solar. Now is the perfect time for residents of Colorado to enjoy the benefits of home energy efficiency and solar power. There have been many advances in the world of solar technology which...
Now is the time to check your insulation, not just to prepare for winter, but also to keep that heat in the attic from moving on down into the house. Cooling and heating are the biggest part of your home’s total energy usage. The US Department of Energy states that...
Have you had your solar power system for a while? Does it feel like it’s not producing as much power as it used to? Maybe your household needs have changed and you now require more power. Now is a great time to consider an upgrade to enjoy more efficiency and bigger...
The Benefits of Solar During the Hot & Sunny Summer Months Solar panels don’t just power your air-conditioner on scorching hot summer days, they also take over some of the AC’s work themselves. Based on a study at the University of California at San Diego, rooftop...
Remember when your utility bills were reasonable every month? In this modern world, there are so many devices that drain energy from your home. The utility bills seem to keep going up. But there is a way to take control of that cost forever. Solar energy is simply...
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 9th. If you’re a mom, your kids will probably be taking a moment to show they care or giving you gifts to say how much they love you. From all of us here at Steel City Solar, we want to say a big Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out...
An Easy Way to Make a Big Impact on Climate Change On January 28, 1969, a blowout on Union Oil’s Platform A caused an oil spill in the Pacific Ocean. The spill killed thousands of aquatic animals, polluting the Santa Barbara coast for years. The spill outraged...
There’s one thing we can all agree on, that’s how nice getting an income tax deduction can be. Installing solar is an easy way to get one! But you probably already knew that! What you might not know are all the details and how easy it is to cash in on your credit....
The Seasons of Solar: What You Need to Know for Year-Round Energy Savings Pueblo West, Colorado is a beautiful place to call home. We have hot, sunny days for doing all of our favorite outdoor activities. And minimal snowfall in the winter to make travel easy. The...
