Net Metering: Where We’re at Now
By Western Solar on June 9, 2023Read moreTechnically, the 2023 session of the Washington Legislature ended on Sunday, April 23. In a practical sense, it ended for WASEIA on May 16 when Gov. Inslee took final action on the biennial operating budget.
Protect Yourself from Solar Scams & High-Pressure Sales
By Western Solar on May 27, 2022Read moreWe’ve put together a list of the top claims and “special offers” we’ve seen and heard which raise either red flags or caution flags for us, to help you separate fact from fiction.
Solar Supply Chain & Installation Forecast
By Western Solar on April 19, 2022Read moreThere is currently a lot of turmoil in the solar industry supply chain as a result of the US Department of Commerce’s anti-circumnavigation probe, which has had an immediate and drastic impact on the pricing and availability of solar...
Solar, Storage, and Energy Resilience for Quinault Indian Nation
By Western Solar on October 28, 2021Read moreDana Hickenbottom, one of our Project Managers, was recently awarded for offering his time and expertise with Twende Solar's Queets Community Center project.
Does Re-Roofing Play Nice with the Solar Tax Credit?
By Western Solar on August 30, 2021Read moreWe're often asked if a new roof—if completed ahead of solar—is eligible for the Residential Energy tax credit. Here's what the IRS has to say.
0Offering Remote Solar Site Assessments During COVID-19
By Western Solar on March 17, 2020Read moreDuring the COVID-19 restrictions, Western Solar is still offering modified services. We are taking direction on our operations from the Whatcom County Health Department and are doing our best to limit contact with the public, adhering to all hygiene...
Western Solar Supports Initiative 1631
By Western Solar on October 22, 2018Read moreWestern Solar has joined with seventeen other construction-related businesses in Bellingham to express our support for Washington’s Clean Air and Clean Energy initiative, I-1631. The Bellingham Business Journal published our joint statement in 18 Bellingham Construction Businesses Unite to Support...
New Solar Tariffs and the Expected Impact on Washington Solar
By Western Solar on January 24, 2018Read moreThis Monday, the Trump Administration announced a four-year tariff program on imported solar cells and modules (solar panels), declaring an intention to provide relief for U.S. manufacturers against what they perceive as unfair trade practices. Based on a petition...
Updated Legislation Supports Installing Solar in 2018
By Western Solar on January 15, 2018Read moreIf you live in Washington State and are considering going solar, now is the time! Check out this quick interview with our Director of Business Development, Markus Virta: Looking for more detail? Here’s what you need to know: The...
Markus Virta Talks Going Solar in Washington State
By Western Solar on June 9, 2017Read moreDirector of Sales and Business Development Markus Virta sat down with Joe Teehan of The Joe Show on 930 KBAI this week, to discuss why going solar in Washington makes sense and the current state of House Bill 1048 in...