Nov 1, 2023 | WEBINAR | Accelerating the Clean Energy Transition

WEBINAR Accelerating the Clean Energy Transition How New Incentives Make Solar More Affordable and Accessible in Our Community Wed, Nov 1, 2023 12:00 PM There’s so much to celebrate in solar this past year! Join Shannon Fulton, Vice President of Development and Policy at StraightUp Solar, and Ky Ajayi, Solar Access Manager and Project Developer to […]

Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered

Solar Panels and Hail

Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered [updated 6.29.2023] Severe weather is no stranger to businesses and homeowners in Illinois and Missouri, and hail makes a frequent appearance during the summer months. We’ve got great news about solar panels and hail. Solar Panels Protect Your Roof from Hail Damage Did you know […]

3 Reasons Farms & Small Businesses Should Consider USDA REAP Grants When Going Solar

3 Reasons Farms & Small Businesses Should Consider USDA REAP Grants When Going Solar Updated June 7, 2023 Solar just became more affordable for farmers and rural small businesses. Recently, the funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) was increased! This translates to the opportunity for even more […]

3 Forces Converge in Missouri for the Golden Hour of Solar

3 Forces Converge in Missouri for the Golden Hour of Solar [updated 4.12.2023] Wind, rain, and sun form for our summertime weather, but this summer will be unique with three forces converging to create the golden hour of solar. Here’s what you need to know about the closing Ameren Missouri incentive, utility rate hikes, and […]

BBB St. Louis Names StraightUp Solar a 2022 Torch Award Winner

BBB St. Louis Names StraightUp Solar a 2022 Torch Award Winner StraightUp Solar is honored to be recognized among 11 companies and 2 charities for the Torch Award 2022 ethics award. St. Louis, Missouri, October 26, 2022.  https://youtu.be/J6xtHmNTpIw We thank the Better Business Bureau® of Eastern and Southwest Missouri and Southern Illinois (BBB®) for selecting […]

The Illinois Solar Battery Rebate

Solar Battery | Keep the Lights On

The Illinois Solar Battery Rebate Updated December 14, 2022 What is the Illinois Solar Battery Storage Rebate? Thanks to the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, any home or business located within Ameren Illinois or ComEd utility service territory can take advantage of solar battery storage rebates. These rebates can significantly reduce the cost of […]

Solar Financing with Clean Energy Credit Union

Solar Financing with Clean Energy Credit Union

Solar Financing with Clean Energy Credit Union StraightUp Solar has a seamless relationship with Clean Energy Credit Union to provide special financing to help people install solar electric systems on their homes. The Credit Union is focused on providing clean energy loans that reduce the cost of living for members while also contributing toward a […]

Inflation Reduction Act and Solar

Inflation Reduction Act and Solar Updated 7.25.2023 In August, 2022, President Joe Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act, laying the foundation for future growth of solar energy in the United States. The new law helps transition American homes, businesses, nonprofits, and governments to clean energy generation with several incentives directed toward solar energy. […]

VIDEO: How is Your Solar Array Designed?

    Watch the demo video, featuring StraightUp Solar’s Project Developer “Professor Ky the Solar Guy” as he creates a custom rooftop solar array design for a residential home using Helioscope. Custom solar layouts are included in every proposal (at no cost!). This is just a small part of the solar process. Learn about the […]