New Energy Preserves Old Treasures | Antique Mall Goes Solar
https://youtu.be/M-JupNo1v48 After facing sky-high electric bills to keep The Antique Mall in Ste. Genevieve climate-controlled, owner Patrick Fahey started seeking an energy alternative. From the initial phone call through installation and beyond, the StraightUp Solar team helped Patrick gain energy independence with confidence in his solar investment. “Everything went exactly as planned; There were no […]
Carbondale Unitarian Fellowship Gets Energy from a Higher Power
A core value of Carbondale Unitarian Fellowship is deep care and respect for the environment. Going solar was a logical step in reaching the heart of their mission and living by example. In this video, Gene Basanta shares how the fellowship’s partnership with StraightUp Solar brought their values to life, allowing them to honor the […]
Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered
Solar Panels and Hail? No Worries, We’ve Got You Covered [updated 3.17.2025] Severe weather is no stranger to businesses and homeowners in our region, and hail makes a frequent appearance during the spring and summer months (learn about solar and seasonal change). We’ve got great news about solar panels and hail in Illinois and Missouri! […]
Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort Goes All in on Solar
https://youtu.be/c6m4PF4viZk Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort hit the renewable energy jackpot! This project, completed as a joint venture between StraightUp Solar and Lightwave Solar, was completed in late 2023. This 1.3MW solar system is made up of 3,068 Boviet 450W modules and generated 1,880,000 kWh in its first year. Want to stop gambling on your business’s […]
Are You Prepared for 2025 Solar Changes? Here’s What You Need to Know
Updated: 3.28.2025 Solar industry veterans use the term “solar coaster” to describe the ups and downs of working in this industry. While the sun’s daily rise is a constant, each year brings a unique set of opportunities and challenges. So far, 2025 looks no different, with potential changes to incentives, utility rates, and financial interest […]
Illinois Solar Net Metering Changes
https://youtu.be/wm-2wI33gcY Illinois solar net metering changes are coming in 2025 for homeowners and businesses. Additionally, a new Smart Inverter Rebate incentive will reduce the initial costs of your system, improving the affordability of a solar PV system. The net metering policy change lowers the value of the credit, but when coupled with the Smart Inverter […]
Solar Panel Depreciation: The Secrets of Peak Performance
Solar Panel Degradation: The Secrets of Peak Performance When considering solar for your home or business, you may have wondered about solar panel degradation. Like any home addition or electrical appliance, solar panels will degrade slowly, converting slightly less solar energy with each passing year. However, it’s no secret that solar technology has come a […]
StraightUp Solar + AGE Partnership
Jeff Haarman, Managing Partner of Affordable Gas & Electric (AGE), describes the successful partnership between AGE and StraightUp Solar to provide energy cost savings and renewable energy solutions for their clients. Fifty-one solar projects with 3.6MW of power have been built or contracted in the partnership’s first two years. Ross Rubenacker, Director of Solar Development, […]
StraightUp Solar + AGE Partnership
Jeff Haarman, Managing Partner of Affordable Gas & Electric (AGE), describes the successful partnership between AGE and StraightUp Solar to provide energy cost savings and renewable energy solutions for their clients. Fifty-one solar projects with 3.6MW of power have been built or contracted in the partnership’s first two years. Ross Rubenacker, Director of Solar Development, […]
A Steely Purpose: Solar Reduces Energy Costs for Magnum Steel Works
Magnum Steel Works, located in Mt. Vernon, IL, specializes in fabrication and machining for customers all around the world. When the company looked to reduce energy costs, solar fit well with their efficient, high-tech operations. Their 907 kW solar PV system is estimated to lower their energy bill by $55,400 in the first year and […]
