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7.2kW Array in Jefferson County, West Virginia

By mtvSolar | November 21, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 7.2kW array in Shepherdstown, WV consists of 24 SolarWorld 300w black modules coupled to SMA Sunny Boy inverter.

3.1kW Array in Fairfax County, Virginia

By mtvSolar | November 19, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 3.1kW array in Fairfax, VA consists of 10 SilFab 310w modules coupled to SolarEdge optimizers and inverter.

4.34kW Array in Frederick County, Maryland

By mtvSolar | November 13, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 4.34kW array in Frederick, MD consists of 14 SilFab 310w modules coupled to SolarEdge optimizers and inverter.

UU Church in Pittsburgh, PA Receives First Solar Donation

By mtvSolar | November 9, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

mtvSolar has donated and installed the first 12 panels to the Unitarian Universalist Church of the North Hills of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as part of our Community Giveback Program. This system produces 3.6kW and has an oversized 9kW inverter waiting for more panels! The giveback program allows customers of mtvSolar to donate solar in their name, a… Continue Reading UU Church in Pittsburgh, PA Receives First Solar Donation

The Benefits of Powering Your Farm With the Sun

By mtvSolar | November 7, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Sustainable farming has been growing in popularity for many years now, and solar powered farming is the next major step. Solar on the farm has great potential to reduce or eliminate electricity bills, directly adding to the bottom line. In other cases, an off-grid solar installation can provide power where it’s not feasible to run… Continue Reading The Benefits of Powering Your Farm With the Sun

6.6kW Array in Morgan County, West Virginia

By mtvSolar | November 7, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 6.6kW array in Berkeley Springs, WV consists of 22 SolarWorld 300w modules coupled to SolarEdge optimizers and inverter with built in EV charger.

Solar Ribbon Cutting @ The River House in Capon Bridge, WV

By mtvSolar | October 29, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Showcasing our 8-panel rooftop solar array which was made possible through solar installations at 8 project supporters’ homes. This array is putting clean power onto the grid and reducing our electric bills. The River House solar project is part of the mtvSolar Community Giveback Program.

How To Calculate Off-Grid/Backup Needs

By mtvSolar | October 25, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Those of you who’ve realized the energy savings involved in using solar technology may be wondering how you can use your system to keep the lights on when the power goes out, or to go completely off-grid. To accomplish this, you will need to store solar energy in a battery. How do you determine the… Continue Reading How To Calculate Off-Grid/Backup Needs

16.56kW Array in Winchester, Virginia

By mtvSolar | October 19, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 16.56kW array in Winchester, VA consists of 48 SolarWorld 345XL modules and SolarEdge optimized inverters. The optimizers will help mitigate early morning and evening shade, especially during the winter.

Solar Installation Best Practices: Contractor Qualifications

By mtvSolar | October 16, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Choosing a contractor to install your solar panels is an important decision. Done right, solar is a fantastic energy source that will save you money for decades and provide a more sustainable future for the planet. A poor installation, however, could cause more problems than it is worth. Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the trade… Continue Reading Solar Installation Best Practices: Contractor Qualifications

The Future of Solar: Technologies and Thriving Above Politics

By mtvSolar | October 5, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

If you haven’t paid attention to what’s happening in the solar industry, you’re missing out on substantial growth that’s on its own fast-paced path. Despite political tug-of-wars over using eco-friendly energy sources, solar technology continues to thrive above the political fray. Recent statistics show the growth of solar panels has continued on a steady growth… Continue Reading The Future of Solar: Technologies and Thriving Above Politics

7.2kW Battery Backup in Jefferson County, West Virginia

By mtvSolar | September 28, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This ground mount array in Harpers Ferry, WV consists of 24 SolarWorld 300w modules coupled to Schneider charge controllers and hybrid battery inverter. The battery bank is a DEKA Unigy II industrial-grade rack of 2v cells for 48v nominal. Should there be a power failure, the critical loads will keep operating without so much as a… Continue Reading 7.2kW Battery Backup in Jefferson County, West Virginia

4.34kW Rooftop Array in Alexandria, Virginia

By mtvSolar | September 28, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This all black 4.34kW array in Alexandria, VA consists of 14 SilFab 310w modules coupled to SolarEdge optimizers and inverter.

Electricity Rate Hikes Planned in Appalachia – How You Can Fight Back and Save Money with Solar

By mtvSolar | September 20, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

If you live in certain parts of West Virginia, chances are that your electricity rates may be about to increase. In a recent application to the state Public Service Commission, the Appalachian Power Company requested a revenue increase of $114.6 million. While the commission has 300 days to consider the request, should it receive approval,… Continue Reading Electricity Rate Hikes Planned in Appalachia – How You Can Fight Back and Save Money with Solar

10.8kW Solar Battery Backup in Winchester, Virginia

By mtvSolar | September 13, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

This 10.8kW system in Winchester, VA consists of 36 SolarWorld 300w modules coupled to Schneider Charge Controllers and Schneider XW Inverters. With a 25kWh DEKA Unigy II battery bank it’ll keep the critical loads operational without so much as a hiccup during a power failure. During normal operation, excess energy is pushed back to the… Continue Reading 10.8kW Solar Battery Backup in Winchester, Virginia

Solar + Efficient Heat Pump = A Faster ROI

By mtvSolar | September 12, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Clean energy and efficiency is trending. Homes and businesses alike are opting for Energy Star appliances and green energy generation such as solar. The reason changes person to person and company to company. Some have a deep concern for the environment. Others like the idea of self-sustainability. Everyone, though, likes the idea of saving. And… Continue Reading Solar + Efficient Heat Pump = A Faster ROI

A Hurricane in West Virginia? How to Prepare For An East Coast Hurricane

By mtvSolar | September 10, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Most people don’t associate a hurricane with West Virginia and surrounding areas. While states like Florida are more prone to hurricanes, the Mid-Atlantic region is no stranger to the heavy rains and high winds associated with tropical storms. One of the many destructive patterns from such storms is the loss of electricity. Ironically, it is… Continue Reading A Hurricane in West Virginia? How to Prepare For An East Coast Hurricane

The Commercial One-Two No-Lights-Out Punch: Solar with Natural Gas Generator

By mtvSolar | August 29, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

Many businesses already have natural gas connections for heating or backup generators. Not only are whole cities piped-in at once, it has also been a popular alternative source of energy for over a century. Natural gas is great for providing heat and powering a local electric generator, however another major advantage is that it doesn’t… Continue Reading The Commercial One-Two No-Lights-Out Punch: Solar with Natural Gas Generator

The Electrical Challenge of Mass EV Adoption: Three Major Issues to Consider

By mtvSolar | August 22, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

The electric car market continues to grow, despite taking a long road in evolving to a time when we’ll all be driving them. That time may soon be upon us, and it’s good news on an environmental level. However, it doesn’t mean it won’t pose some big challenges in how they’ll be charged. As we’ve… Continue Reading The Electrical Challenge of Mass EV Adoption: Three Major Issues to Consider

Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?

By mtvSolar | August 15, 2018 | Category mtvSolar

As the days have started to grow noticeably shorter, thoughts of the coming winter creep into mind. In the mid-Atlantic area, winter can be a dreary time of year. It gets dark earlier, and temperatures get frigid. Many people wonder what effect this has on solar production. Do solar panels even work in the winter?… Continue Reading Do Solar Panels Work in Winter?

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