USDA REAP Grants for Rural Business Energy Upgrades

Been dreaming of manicuring the perfect country wedding venue?  Wondering how to save on electric bills for your professional office building in a small town?  Wondering if you qualify for federal assistance in adding a farm store to the family farm?  It’s possible that the USDA Rural Energy for America Program is the source of […]

Electric Vehicle Charging Guide Electric vehicles are on the rise. Some reports estimate that by 2040, nearly every car sold globally will be electric. With efficient performance, low maintenance and environmentally friendly fuel, it’s clear to see why many see electric cars as the future of the auto industry. Companies like Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan, Tesla and Volkswagen continue to put out […]

Don’t fall victim to a trend and say yes to solar just because it’s the latest home improvement project you hear your neighbors are installing.  There are thoughtful reasons to consider this renewable energy alternative.  Yet, solar is not right for every home.  Here are some questions to ask before saying yes to solar energy […]

Looking at solar for your home or business?  No, you won’t get big checks from your utility company.  That’s just one of the myths floating around about solar energy.  So we’re busting the top myths people hear about solar! Get the facts from Solar Alliance. (Connect with Solar Alliance here.)   Myth: I’ll never have […]

Looking to save time, money and resources with Powershed?  Here at Solar Alliance, we’re not tax experts, but we think Uncle Sam might have a way to help you double the value of your Powershed investment in 2022! We wanted to share resources about federal tax incentives for renewable energy. This could include solar-powered Powersheds […]

The development and design phase is complete. Now the team at Solar Alliance is prepared for work happening soon on site for what will be Knoxville’s first community solar installation. We were honored to be invited to the groundbreaking April 29 for KUB Community Solar!  Here are what some of the area’s leaders said during […]

Tennessee technology expanded to meet demand in Florida   Knoxville, Tennessee and St. Augustine, Florida, February 28, 2022 – Powershed by Solar Alliance and ECHO Robotics is bringing the quietest, cleanest, and newest way to manicure green spaces into Florida communities. In St. Augustine, Flagler Power Equipment recently installed the state’s first Powershed system for […]

Solar Array to be Installed by Volunteers on Community Work Day   Knoxville, Tennessee, February 23, 2022, Solar Alliance, LLC — Knoxville’s leader in food security and sustainability education is going solar, thanks to volunteers from Knoxville-based energy company Solar Alliance. CAC Beardsley Community Farm will soon harness a portion of its power from a […]

Solar panels are excellent renewable energy solutions. However, if you’re thinking about investing in a solar array for your property, you may be wondering, “How does weather affect solar panels?” Solar panel systems provide peak efficiency on cool, sunny days when they can receive plenty of sunshine without excessive heat or humidity. Other weather conditions, […]

Interested in solar power but not sure if it will benefit you in the long run? While getting electricity from your utility company may be the traditional way of providing energy to homes and businesses, solar power is an efficient and low-cost way to provide electricity to your home or business. Over the past decade, […]