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Important FAQs for New Solar Owners
Switching to solar is easy—but that doesn’t mean you won’t have a few questions once the array is on your roof. Here are a few of the most common ones people ask once they install a solar system. Q: What maintenance does my system need? A: Just about none. As long as...
Luminalt’s Commitment to Social Justice
If you’re forward-thinking enough to be interested in solar power, you understand how everything is connected in a big way: the power we need, where it comes from, where people get it, and what that means for the environment. So when it comes to deciding which...
True Up Statements Explained
As soon as your solar system gets turned on you form a new relationship with your utility, which for most of us is PG&E. You are now an energy producer, not just an energy consumer, and you will receive monthly Net Metering Statements and an annual True-Up...
Saving money driving an electric car on sunshine: Jason’s story
Wondering about the benefits of installing solar electric panels on your home? Curious about driving an electric vehicle that’s powered by sunshine? It’s not just green; solar helps families save money. Let me tell you a little bit about my story. I installed solar...
How Renters Can Go Solar
If you’re a renter -- like 80% of San Francisco residents -- you may think solar is out of reach for you. But the fact is, at least 75% of Americanscan’t put solar on their own roof, even if they don’t rent. The good news is that there are more and more options for...
Can Renters Go Solar?
Are you a renter or an apartment owner who is curious about installing solar? Join us on Wednesday, August 7th from 6 - 8 PM at the Matter of Trust Eco-Center (3338 17th Street). Luminalt CEO Jeanine Cotter will join a group of panelists to answer questions and...

San Francisco Runs on the Sun
When it comes to solar power, talk is cheap. To truly understand the benefits of solar, websites and product demos can only go so far—you need to hit the streets and take in the bustle of a busy café, the whirr of the coffee grinders, the whisper-quiet hum of electric...
Solar Purchases, Loans, vs Leases
Are you considered switching to solar? Many of our customers are interested in not only living a more sustainable lifestyle, but also looking to save money on their energy bills and protect themselves against rising energy costs. When switching to solar energy, there...