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Solar will Make Your Roof Leak! Top 7 Rooftop Solar Myths

There are many myths Oregon and Washington homeowners run into when researching solar. Some of the most persistent solar myths are about how solar can affect your roof. Green Ridge Solar receives these questions often, and we are dedicated to dispelling the many solar myths we run across. Here are

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Battery Backup vs. Generator Which is Right for You

Battery Backup vs. Generator: Which is Right for You?

When it comes to ensuring your home remains powered during power outages, both battery backup systems and a traditional generator are great options. Both provide quick, reliable power in a blackout. However, both battery backup and fossil-fuel generators come with their advantages and disadvantages. To determine whether battery backup or

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Solar panels on a metal roof. Can You Install Solar Panels on a Metal Roof?

Can You Install Solar Panels on a Metal Roof?

As metal roofs become more and more popular in the US, many homeowners are asking “Can you install solar panels on a metal roof?” Fortunately, installing solar panels on a metal roof is a great option for many homeowners. There are numerous benefits to installing solar panels on a metal

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PGE (Portland General Electric) Plans to Reduce Net Metering Solar Incentives

PGE Plans to Reduce Net Metering Solar Incentives 

Portland General Electric (PGE) is proposing changes to net metering policies in Oregon, which would impact homeowners with solar panel systems. The proposed changes include reducing the credit homeowners receive for excess solar power they feed back into the utility grid.   This reduction in solar net metering credits would

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Oregon Utilities Raise Rates for 2024

Oregon Utilities Raise Rates for 2024

Numerous Oregon utility companies are raising rates in 2024. Those increasing rates include large and small utility companies, cooperatives (Coops), and public utility districts (PUDs). Some utilities are raising prices more than they have in decades.  Here is a breakdown of the energy rate increases hitting Oregon in 2024  Portland

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Pacific Power Raises Energy Rates 2024

Pacific Power Raises Energy Rates 12.9% in Oregon for 2024

Pacific Power (PacifiCorp) raised residential energy rates 12.9% on January 10, 2024. Energy rates for commercial customers are also expected to rise.   This significant spike in costs has left many residents and businesses in Oregon grappling with the potential implications on their budgets and the local economy. In this article, we

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