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Good Energy Solutions at the Earth Day Celebration in Lawrence, KS
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Good Energy Solutions had a great time at the 2017 Earth Day Celebration in Lawrence, KS last Saturday, April 22nd. This is our 10th year to participate in the event and were thrilled to educate those young and old about the power of the sun. We took the opportunity to share our knowledge and even settle a few myths about solar and wind power in Kansas. Solar powered cars crashed into each other in the sun and stalled when in the shade in the "Solar Derby", our children's activity that was enjoyed by ages 2 to 80.
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Our Electrical Services Division is Growing
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Our Electrical Services division has been very busy working on both residential and commercial properties fixing, repairing, and installing electrical as well as retrofitting LEDs. We are happy to welcome Xavier Lovell to the team. He has been with us a short while and is already proving himself extremely knowledgeable. We love his passion for renewable energy and excitement to be working with Good Energy Solutions.
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Five-Star Reviews for Good Energy Solutions
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At Good Energy Solutions we love making customer's happy. As our mission states, we have made a commitment "To provide our customers with honest, real solutions to reduce their fossil fuel consumption and lower their long term energy costs." Our core value is to provide energy solutions with integrity. In addition, we are committed to providing amazing customer service in electrical services for both commercial and residential properties.
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We are honored to have been accredited as a "Pre-Screened Solar-Pro" by SolarReviews. The accreditation is for top solar contractors in our area based on consumer satisfaction, not just based on volume. The accreditation is a performance-based quality achievement that shows solar installers’ commitment to customer satisfaction, excellent solar installations and exemplary customer service.
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KCC Denies Westar Merger with
Great Plains Energy
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Westar Energy Rate Increase Request
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Westar Energy has filed an application with the Kansas Corporation Commission requesting a $17.4 million (1.2%) rate increase for Westar Energy's retail electric customers. Residential customers with average monthly consumption of 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity would have an average monthly increase of $1.54.
The KCC Commission will accept comments regarding the proposed rate increase through 5 p.m. April 30, 2017. There are 3 ways to submit a comment:
- Go to the KCC website to enter your comment. Click on the link under "Your Opinion Matters"
- Send a written letter:
Kansas Corporation Commission,
Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection
1500 SW Arrowhead Road
Topeka, KS 66604-4027
Be sure to reference Docket No. 17-WSEE-147-RTS
- Call the Commission's Public Affairs Office: 1-800-662-0027
Westar Energy's application indicates the increase relates to costs incurred to meet Environmental Protection Agency requirements, investment related to the extended operating license for Wolf Creek and investment in distribution assets to improve reliability.
Westar Energy rates affect about 690,000 customers in Topeka, Lawrence, Olathe, Leavenworth, Atchison, Manhattan, Salina, Hutchinson, Emporia, Parsons, Wichita, Arkansas City, El Dorado, Newton, Fort Scott, Pittsburg and Independence, among other towns and rural areas.
An evidentiary hearing on Westar Energy's request is scheduled to begin May 9, 2017. at 9:00 am, at the Commission's Offices, 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604-4027
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What's a Dual Axis Tracker?
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Consider a dual axis tracker to get the most out of your solar energy system. The primary benefit of a solar tracker system vs. fixed solar panels is that a tracker system can move to collect solar energy for the longest period of the day.
A dual axis tracker allows you to get more power out of every solar panel. In fact, a dual axis solar energy system can produce up to 45% more energy than a fixed roof system. As the trackers turn the solar panels from both east to west and up and down the panels always follow the sun’s elevation. Imagine a field of sunflowers. Over the course of a sunny day you will notice how the sunflowers face the rising sun and track it across the sky until sunset. The flowers are open to the suns rays all day long and soak up the most power possible by moving with the sun. The same is true for solar panels on dual-axis trackers. READ MORE
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Include Solar and Energy Efficiencies in Your New Home Mortgage for the Best Financing Rate.
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Are you building a new home? If you are financing, we recommend building in the cost of solar and energy efficiencies in your new home mortgage instead of waiting to add solar after the fact with a higher interest loan.
Financing rates on mortgage loans are very attractive. The savings from your new solar energy system WILL BE GREATER than the financing costs of adding solar to your home mortgage. In other words, you will immediately cash flow positive from day one with solar. It just makes sense to build in the cost of solar and energy efficiencies in your new home mortgage. Another benefit to solar is that it has no moving parts, so there is very little future maintenance. READ MORE
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Overland Park, Kansas homeowner sells home for an additional $20,000 due to Solar Investment.
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In 2015, a customer of Good Energy Solutions had us install a 5.1kW solar pv system on their residential home. The homeowner purchased the system and was able to take advantage of the 30% Federal Tax credit in the year the system was installed.
This past month the homeowner put the home on the market. The real estate agent suggested a selling price based on comps in the neighborhood. Knowing the value of the solar array, the homeowner decided to increase the price of the home (5,000W X $4 = $20,000). As a result, the home sold for $20,000 more than the real-estate agent proposed. Essentially, the homeowner got all of his investment back from the solar array plus the money NOT spent on rising utility costs over the years. (READ MORE)
Good Energy Solutions will soon be offering classes for people in the real estate industry on the value of solar. Stay tuned to the Good Energy Solutions Facebook page and Twitter for details.
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Are You a Vet or Know a Vet?
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Meet us at the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association Trade Show June 5-6, 2017 in Manhattan KS to learn how Solar could help you save money at your Animal Hospital.
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In 2015, Spur Ridge Vet Hospital located in Marion, KS was able to make use of the nearby land by installing a ground-mount solar array. Good Energy Solutions installed a 30 kW solar array consisting of 98 panels. Solar now offsets 100% of the vet hospital’s electricity needs, saving them $5,600/year in electricity costs.
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Introducing the Electric Car Charging Station Solution
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Good Energy Solutions is now selling and installing Electric Charging Stations for Ford, Nissan, and Fiat Electric Vehicles. Contact us for details on options and pricing.
Consider powering your vehicle with the sun! Solar can be added to your residential or commercial property on the roof, ground, as an awing or carport. Free Fuel Forever with SOLAR!
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Commercial Solar Installations by Good Energy Solutions are in Progress!
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We are excited to be installing 100kW of Solar on Fire Station #5 located at 1911 Stewart Ave in Lawrence, KS for the city of Lawrence. Be sure to look for photos of the completed installation on Facebook and in the next edition of GoodNEWS.
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Recent Residential Home SunPower Solar Installations by Good Energy Solutions
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Why Choose SunPower?
- THE Most Efficient Solar Panels on the Market
- 25-Year Product AND Performance Warranty
- GREAT Curb Appeal!
Roof space can be limited, which is why many consumers choose SunPower. SunPower solar panels generate more power than conventional panels in the same space, meaning you may need fewer panels to meet your energy needs — perfect for smaller rooftops. Watch the Video
Good Energy Solutions is an Authorized Dealer of SunPower. Find out more about SunPower and Good Energy Solutions.
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Do you follow the Good Energy Solutions blog?
We are proud to announce that it was recently honored with two awards in 2017.
- "Top 50 Renewable Energy Blogs & Websites on the Web" by Feedspot
- "Best Green Energy Websites 2017 - Leading Blogs and Websites on Renewable Energy" by Greenmatch
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How about a "Solar Party?"
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Has Good Energy Solutions installed a SunPower Solar Energy System for you? Summer is the perfect time for backyard BBQs, pool parties and volleyball games. Consider inviting your friends over to talk about the ways you’re saving money, and the environment, with solar. What’s in it for you? A great time! You’ll also be eligible to receive cash back for each referral of a SunPower solar energy system installed by Good Energy Solutions through our "Share the Solution" program. Plus, that great feeling that comes with knowing you’ve helped bring clean, renewable energy to one more rooftop. Contact your Good Energy Solutions sales representative for more details.
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Good Energy Solutions wants to help you become more energy efficient. Give us a call to get started saving energy, creating energy, saving money, and become "Part of the Solution."
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