StraightUp Solar Recognized as a Top Solar Contractor
StraightUp Solar is honored to be named one of the top solar contractors in the United States by Solar Power World magazine. The Top Solar Contractors list is developed by Solar Power World to recognize the work completed by solar contractors across the United States. Produced annually, the Top Solar Contractors list celebrates the achievements […]
Special Solar Eclipse Giveaway!
Are you enjoying the summer sun, but not the high electric bills? Are you as excited about the 2017 American Solar Eclipse as we are?! If you answered yes to either, we have a fun opportunity for you. Sign up for a Free Solar Site Assessment between now and August 31, and we will […]
StraightUp Spotlight – Ray Harp
What’s the scope of your job? Ray floats between the Field Service and IT departments. He heads out into the field to troubleshoot inverter configuration for example setting up monitoring. While in the office he works to configure networks and to be the go to guy for all things tech. Tell us a little something about your family and hobbies? Ray’s hometown is Cape […]
June 2017: Professional Self Storage
Bloomington-Normal got a little brighter this month with the installation of a 123.75 kW solar PV system at the Foundry Square in Bloomington, Illinois. This system’s solar energy will be used to power the newly opened Green Top Grocery, Bloomington Cycle & Fitness, and The Gingerbread House located within the Square. The system is made up of 375 solar modules with a capacity of 330 watts each, and 9 SMA inverters. The system […]
StraightUp Spotlight – Natalie Lucas
What’s the scope of your job? I am a Solar Educator. You can call into StraightUp Solar, and I answer all of your solar questions or find you an answer. I also collect basic information from customers and then connect them to the best Project Developer that can work with them to fit their solar needs. Tell us a little something about your family and hobbies? My […]
April 2017: Rochester Solar
Our April project of the month highlights Frank Sharpe of Rochester, IL. His family recently installed a 9.35 kW solar system. The system will produce approximately 12,270 kilowatt-hours during the first year of operation, which offsets 100% of their family’s annual electrical consumption. The Sharpe family shared, “We are excited about installing solar on our […]
Ask The Solar Genius: Tips For New Builds
Luke from Madison County asked, “I’m planning a new build and considering putting solar on my roof. What do I need to know?” Thanks for your question Luke and happy to help. I’ve developed a list of best practices: Design large south (180 degrees) facing roof to optimize sunlight collection. […]
Solar Incentives Shining Brightly in Missouri and Illinois
ILLINOIS Homeowners and businesses can reduce their system cost by 20% with Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECS). These cash payments are paid quarterly over 5 years and are akin to a rebate. The amount paid is based on net metered production of the solar system. *Churches and schools in Illinois can save significant funds with Power Purchase […]
StraightUp Spotlight – Charles Melton, Jr.
This month we’re recognizing Charles Melton, Jr., StraightUp Solar Project Manager who always keeps us smiling as he keeps our solar projects on track for a timely completion. Q: How long have you worked at StraightUp Solar? | A: Four years in August. Q: If you were part of a solar array, which part would […]
February 2017: Vision Care Goes Solar
Vision Care Associates, located in Swansea, Illinois, recently added 24.75 kilowatts (kW) of solar electric (PV) energy to the office of their well-regarded Optometry practice. StraightUp Solar is proud that Vision Care’s Dr. Michael Murphy, who also has solar at his home, chose to go with StraightUp’s full-service solar installation offering to meet the energy […]
