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Savvy Los Angeles business owners have long been aware of the myriad of benefits that solar energy offers. From reduced operational expenses to the marketable optics of supporting clean energy, solar helps these businesses put their rooftops, parking lots, and open spaces to work in order to boost their bottom line and benefit the planet.…
By: Pivot Energy
August 31, 2021
Last month, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) announced that they plan to replace New Jersey’s existing solar incentive program with a new framework. The new program, which comes after nearly three years of discussion and debate, aims to incentivize the development of 3,750 megawatts of new solar generation by 2026. This target…
By: Pivot Energy
August 27, 2021
Creative business owners have long leveraged their properties as a new means of generating income. For instance, some building owners choose to lease their rooftops to advertisers who use the space for billboards or to telecommunication companies to site cell towers. Some owners opt to rent out unused parking spaces to offer prime parking to…
By: Pivot Energy
August 19, 2021
Not long ago, Illinois was lagging behind when it came to renewable energy deployment. However, that all changed when the Future Energy Jobs Act passed in 2016 and the state has since seen over a 20-time increase of solar energy installed! While the state of solar incentives is in flux, Illinois remains one of the…
By: Pivot Energy
August 18, 2021
After receiving the tragic news of Nate’s passing, the Pivot team wanted to honor his tremendous impact on the solar industry. In collaboration with several of Nate’s friends and colleagues with who he worked closely throughout his career, we prepared this heartfelt remembrance. We encourage you to read the quotes and invite you…
By: Pivot Energy
August 12, 2021
“Sustainability” is a term that has been gaining a lot of traction in recent years. As consumers are becoming more conscious of the realities of climate change, they are also becoming more concerned about the impact of their purchasing decisions on the environment. Brands and businesses strive to capitalize on this “green” trend by touting…
By: Pivot Energy
July 29, 2021
Big changes are impending in California that will significantly impact how much businesses can benefit from switching to solar. While the exact details are not entirely clear, we can safely assume upcoming changes based on past solar-related policy updates in the state. In this article, we will provide a brief background on the history of…
By: Pivot Energy
July 23, 2021
Companies are investing in green building and green business more than ever before. LEED certification is a popular way for companies to differentiate themselves from their competition by demonstrating their commitment to the health of people and the planet. Onsite solar can play a key role in a facility attaining LEED certification. In this article,…
By: Pivot Energy
July 22, 2021
The U.S. solar industry is on the upswing, thanks to a pro-renewables presidential administration and increased concern over climate change. Pivot Energy has had a front-row seat to this action, with business increasing over the last year. Solar Power World has recognized the company’s installation success by ranking Pivot Energy at No. 78 out of…
By: Pivot Energy
July 20, 2021
Los Angeles is currently facing a range of climate-related challenges such as severe drought, record-breaking temperatures, and devastating wildfires. In response to these increasingly frequent extreme weather events, the city has set ambitious climate and renewable energy goals. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), the largest municipal utility in the United States,…
By: Pivot Energy
July 13, 2021
