Posts by Stu Frothingham
Shining A Light On Solar Scams – Part One – False Promises
We’re posting this series to help educate and protect solar consumers as some unethical solar companies now use predatory marketing and sales tactics such as aggressive door-knocking campaigns and deceptive social media ads which are promising things that are just not true – like “Free solar”, “Get Solar + Tesla Powerwall For No Cost”, that…
Read MoreSeattle City Light Rate Increase
In case you missed it, Seattle City Light raised electrical rates again on January 1st, 2024. While our electricity is some of the cleanest and least expensive in the country, the costs are steadily increasing for all utilities. It’s important to note that Seattle City Light, (SCL) is a governmental utility and not for profit,…
Read MoreAdvocating for Consumer Protection: Support Washington State House Bill 2156 and Senate Bill 6256
In the rapidly growing solar industry, consumers are increasingly turning to renewable energy solutions to power their homes and businesses. However, with the surge in demand for solar installations comes the risk of encountering fraudulent solar companies. To address this concern and protect consumers, it is crucial for individuals to take action by reaching out…
Read MoreChina Agrees To Cut Emissions For The First Time
The United States and China are responsible for a large percentage of the worlds CO2 emissions which are raising the temperature of our planet and creating a Climate Crisis impacting all of our planet’s inhabitants. Leaders from both countries have been meeting on and off over the past couple of years to make progress on…
Read MoreThurgood Marshall Community Solar Project Ribbon Cutting
Come join Olympia Community Solar and Olympia School District in celebrating the completion of a Community Solar Project that Puget Sound Solar designed and installed at Thurgood Marshall Middle School’s Cafeteria on Wednesday, November 1st from 4 to 4:30 PM at 3939 20th Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98502 and learn how this showcase project will…
Read MoreThe Sun Can Help Stop Rainiers Glaciers From Melting
Mount Rainier, the tallest volcano in the lower 48 states, is home to the largest collection of glaciers in the contiguous United States. These glaciers are not only a source of awe and beauty, but also a vital resource for drinking water, hydropower, and wildlife habitat. However, these glaciers are rapidly melting due to climate…
Read MoreNavigating the Surge: Understanding the Recent Spike in Seattle Area Power Bills
As we all know, the cost of energy can have a significant impact on our household budgets and overall quality of life. Recent reports from the Seattle Times have brought to light a concerning trend for residents of the Seattle area: power bills are rising at the fastest rate in a decade. This surge in…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Installing Solar Panels on Your Home
Since 2001, we’ve helped thousands of homeowners and businesses in the Puget Sound Region go solar. We’re the most experienced solar installation company in the Pacific Northwest, so we’re familiar with the many benefits of installing solar and energy storage systems, including the Tesla Powerwall. So, lets look at some of the benefits of going…
Read MoreSolar Power World Recognizes Puget Sound Solar As A Top Solar Contractor For 10th Year In A Row
We’ve watched our industry grow tremendously since we installed our first solar PV system way back in 2001. Like the rest of the world, there’s been a lot of change over the past 22 years but one consistency has been the presence of Puget Sound Solar as a Solar Power World Top Solar Contractor. We…
Read MoreTexas-Sized Power Failures
In recent years, Texas has been plagued by power outages and energy grid failures that have left millions of residents without electricity during critical times. And now, history is repeating itself. A series of tornados combined with a heat wave is again leaving people in Texas and the Southern US without power. The severe winter…
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