We’ve recently completed a big project in our Alhambra office that we are very excited about!  With the addition of rooftop solar and a microgrid from Sonnen, we are now a net energy exporter and can run off-grid indefinitely. As an energy storage consultant that provides services to Pasadena, CA, and surrounding areas in the San Gabriel Valley, we’ll share how we did it below. 

As heat waves thrive and wildfires rage through the West Coast, Californians have been asked to conserve energy to reduce demands on the grid. The California Independent System Operator calls for residents to avoid using major appliances after 3 p.m., keep their air conditioning at 78 degrees or higher, and turn off all necessary lights. In the event of a Public Safety Power Shutoff, millions of homes will be without electricity.

You can do your part to rely less on the grid while simultaneously keeping your home powered. If you’re based in or near Pasadena, CA, a home energy storage system will keep areas of your home powered when you most need it, even amidst a power failure. And if you own solar panels, you’ll be able to store your solar energy to use clean power after dark.

But how does home energy storage work, and can you really power your home without the grid? We answer your energy conservation questions below!

Whether you have a new or existing home in the San Marino, CA area, home energy costs and reducing your energy footprint are likely something you’ve considered. With a home energy storage system, you can do your part in improving the planet and your home.

Energy conservation has become a hot topic in recent years, and the Golden State is setting the bar nationally. Earlier this year, a California mandate went into effect stating new construction homes are required to have a photovoltaic (PV) system as an electricity source. Exceptions to this mandate include homes with shade abundance or communities whose developers decide to pursue a solar community project.

Keep reading to learn how home energy storage systems can change the way you use your home.

With all the destruction and disruption seen in California in recent years due to wildfires and climate change, it’s no wonder many residents and builders are looking into the benefits of non-traditional energy systems. Combined with the new requirements for builders that are coming later this year, builders and homeowners are looking to solar as an alternative.

How can you ensure you’re offering clients the best solar power solution? We recommend incorporating a home energy storage system.

And when it comes to home energy storage, Sonnen is the clear industry leader. Let’s take a look at Sonnen’s products and how they can benefit residents and builders in the La Cañada Flintridge area of California.