New York State Energy Research & Development (NYSERDA) has been advancing energy solutions and working to protect the environment since 1975. In order to help New York homeowners during the solar research and purchase process, NYSERDA has developed a designation...

Recognizing the huge opportunity for commercial solar in New York, Venture Solar ventured into the commercial realm back in May 2018. Since then, we've been providing value to businesses and building owners in New York City and Long Island. In January 2019, we began...

We have great news! Earlier this month, it was decided that SunPower’s IBC cells and modules are excluded from Section 201 import tariffs. Here are the details:   Statement by SunPower Chairman and CEO Tom Werner on the Company’s Solar Tariff Exclusion The Office of...

In this video, Brandon Davis — Commercial Business Development, Venture Solar — answers FAQs about commercial solar. Based in Brooklyn, New York, Venture Solar serves all five boroughs of New York City, as well as Long Island. If you're interested in saving on your...

One of the most common questions our customers often ask is, “How much solar will fit on my roof?” This used to be a much more difficult one to answer, and involved hours spent on your roof measuring it, then taking those measurements to an engineer to build out a...

Last week, in a detailed analysis, Vox reported that utilities are facing a problem: the public wants 100% renewable energy, and quick. Renewable energy has become an incredibly popular choice over the last few years, because it's the wave of the future — it's clean,...

We have some exciting news: Venture Solar is opening a second branch! We currently operate through our offices in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, and serve all five boroughs of New York City, and Long Island. In September 2018, we will spread out and start operating through our...

When we think about solar, we visualize sleek solar arrays laid out on rooftops and large commercial spaces. We think about green energy, technology and the impact of conscious consumption of power on our planet. One aspect of solar that we often overlook is — what...

The State of New York Department of Public Service (DPS) issued a White Paper on July 26, 2018 that will make it significantly more lucrative for building owners to add solar to their buildings. By increasing the value of electricity for community solar projects, we...

An article in GreenTech Media claims — "Millennials are on the brink of becoming the largest generational cohort in America (or they already are, depending on how you measure it). That means they will have an enormous impact on U.S. politics in the years ahead. In...

Across the globe, the spending on renewable energy is more than twice as much as the investment in electricity from coal, natural gas and nuclear power plants. This is driven by the falling costs of production of solar and wind power. According to the International...

Homeowners and businesses who rely on conventional sources of energy are all asking the same question: How can I reduce my electric bill this summer? While we know that it takes plenty of power to run an air conditioner, and some parts of the country even hit triple...

Controlling operating expenses is a topic we discuss often with our customers. Electricity for many businesses is a significant cost, and upon diving deeper, we find that most business owners are unaware of how they are charged by their utility. Many just get the...

The fossil fuel industry is weaker than ever! There’s been many reasons this month for hope, starting with the Vatican, where the pope faced down a conference full of oil industry executives. There's reason to believe that the basic trajectory of the world is firmly...

The opportunity for commercial solar in New York is huge. Recognizing this, Venture Solar is proud to now be bringing its excellence in residential solar to the commercial realm. What is Commercial Solar? Commercial solar is a much broader category than solar for your...

EnergySage just confirmed what we have been telling you: When it comes to solar panels, higher quality beats lowest price! In the latest Solar Marketplace Intel Report by EnergySage, SunPower ranks #1 on the list of "Most Frequently Chosen Solar Panels" in 2017. Ever...

Apple, the world's largest information technology company, now runs on 100% green energy. As part of Apple's commitment to combat climate change and create a healthier environment, the company, headquartered in Cupertino, California, announced in April 2018 that its...

Famous for its expansive theme parks that have been entertaining millions of visitors for almost 50 years, Walt Disney World has announced that they're adding a giant new solar facility. Over the decades, the theme parks have successfully maintained their original...

New York City has reached a great new milestone: the city has currently installed more than 148 MW solar! This is an increase of over six times, since the end of year 2013. On a sunny day, solar panels in the city are literally paying for themselves! NYC has always...