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In May 2021 the Government of Canada launched the Canada Greener Homes Initiative to help Canadians make energy-efficient home upgrades to combat climate change and create good jobs – all while helping homeowners save on their monthly energy bills. Canada has made a commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 when the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions [...]
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Is Roof or Ground Mounting Better for Home Solar? Aside from the panels and inverter you choose for your solar project, the next most important factor is where and how you are mounting your system. Your two options would be either to mount the panels on your roof, or to ground mount the panels. Both [...]
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Understanding Net-Zero Net-zero in the scope of our combined human carbon footprint refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere. The Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, which became law in June 2021, set a goal for Canada’s carbon footprint to be Net-Zero by 2050. [...]
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One of the first questions that need to be answered if you are going solar is exactly how many panels you need to buy. The answer isn't one-size-fits-all because the number of solar panels required depends on several factors unique to your home and lifestyle. Too few panels would mean you aren’t covering enough of [...]
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A solar panel is more than just a piece of technology—it's a gateway to clean, renewable energy. Solar panels also offer a gateway to more financial freedom. In the same way you buy a home to get ownership of your living space rather than paying another landowner, solar panels are how you get ownership of [...]
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What is a solar inverter? When it comes to installing solar for your home, it's important to select a provider that uses high quality panels, but the next most important component in your system is your solar inverter. There are two types of solar inverters: the string inverter and the micro- inverter. But what exactly [...]
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The Basics of Net Metering Your electricity generation from solar isn't consistent throughout the year. During the summer you’ll produce much more energy than you need, and during nights and some winter days you may need to pull electricity from the grid. Net metering is a billing agreement with your power company that ultimately ensures [...]
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How a low interest loan for solar can also net you up to $16,000 in government rebates The Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) was developed to help Saskatoon homeowners install clean energy retrofits such as home solar power and heat pumps. The HELP lending program offers low-interest loans ranging from $1,000 to $60,000. The purpose [...]
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July 16, 2024Xolar [email protected] Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Canadian Property Stars Inc. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in the Province of Ontario Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc., a nationwide provider of solar energy installation services, is pleased to announce our partnership with Canadian Property Stars, a nationwide provider of residential and commercial property maintenance [...]
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