Empowering Louisiana Communities with Solar Alternatives: Advancing Clean Energy and Workforce Development The demand for clean, renewable energy is more pressing than ever, and partnerships that prioritize sustainability and community empowerment are crucial. One powerful local collaboration is Solar Alternatives’ alliance with Louisiana Solar Corps (LSC), a statewide workforce development program. In conjunction with the […]

The price of solar has come down tremendously over the last decade. In 2010, it cost $40,000 to install an average residential solar system. Today, the price is less than half. Costs have dropped as solar panels have become more efficient and less expensive to produce while the market has grown more competitive. Homeowners, businesses, […]

  The Marigny Opera House in New Orleans has made a big step towards a greener future by launching its 32.56 kilowatt solar system. As one of the art industry’s largest directly sourced renewable electricity projects, the Marigny Opera House is preserving its historical character and positively impacting the environment.     Built initially as […]

  With utility rates increasing yearly, one of the best decisions you can make is to go solar. Not only will solar panels pay for themselves, but it means you can free yourself from utility companies while lowering your monthly bill.   How does it work? Essentially, the power you get from your solar panels […]

With a continuously increasing number of home and business owners investing in solar panel systems, owners often want to know how they can best optimize their system’s production and further reduce their reliance on the utility grid. One of the most common and in-demand system upgrades is the addition of a solar battery. As the number […]

As more business and homeowners turn to solar for their energy, many solar companies are investing in new ways to optimize system performance, further decrease consumer reliance on the grid, and provide reliable backup options during increasing instances of grid outages. One of the most common and in-demand system upgrades is the installation of a […]