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Author: John Hageman

Bill questions | Wolf Track Energy

All about off-peak: What to know about electricity rates

People generally understand how their electricity bill works. You use more power, you pay more money. But what about if you’re using electricity in the middle of the night, during “off-peak” hours? Utilities have various ways to charge their customers for electricity. Your rate may depend on what you’re powering or even what time of…
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September 22, 2021 0
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Why people should consider solar energy battery systems

For all of the benefits of solar energy, there’s one obvious disadvantage it has relative to other sources of electricity: The sun doesn’t always shine. That’s why people should consider solar energy battery systems.  Solar panels are an intermittent power source. That is, they only produce electricity when struck by sunlight. Meanwhile, power plant operators…
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September 13, 2021 0
Electric vehicle | Wolf Track Energy

Installing EV chargers: Businesses can stay ahead of the curve

Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common, as car manufacturers announce plans to roll out new models. To get ahead of the curve, businesses should consider installing EV chargers to help attract customers and employees. Forbes said earlier this year that there are only 40,000 charging stations registered with the U.S. Department of Energy. That means there’s…
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August 30, 2021 0
Solar panel installation | Wolf Track Energy

Minnesota solar companies: What to look for

If you’re comparing Minnesota solar companies to help you make the transition to renewable energy, you may have wondered if there’s some kind of “solar installer certification.” It turns out there is, and Wolf Track Energy has one.  But there are other licenses out there that a solar contractor will be required to have, depending…
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August 19, 2021 0
Solar panel angle | Wolf Track Energy

How to determine the best angle for solar panels

It’s important to think about the best angle for solar panels when designing a new system. After all, the way the panels are arranged will play a big part in determining how much energy they produce.  The optimal angle will differ based on where you live, and the design of the system itself.  But panel…
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August 16, 2021 0
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Inverter clipping: Design flaw or smart investment?

New solar users often wonder how they can avoid inverter clipping. Luckily for them, they don’t need to.  Inverter clipping is, simply put, a situation in which the output of a solar system is limited by the size of the inverter, which is a device that converts direct current (DC) produced by panels into alternating…
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August 9, 2021 0
Solar panels and hail | Wolf Track Energy

Solar panels and hail. What could go wrong?

Oil and water. Cats and dogs. Another two things you don’t think would mix? Solar panels and hail.  But surprisingly, solar panels can stand up to a lot of extreme weather. And that’s obviously a good thing. Solar panels have to be outside in order to transform the sun’s energy into electricity, so they’re exposed…
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July 23, 2021 0
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Why energy efficiency is important for solar homes

Anybody who pays power bills every month doesn’t have to ask why energy efficiency is important. Wasting energy is also a waste of money. Prospective solar users may also want to consider energy efficiency. Though solar is becoming increasingly popular, people may get turned off by the panels’ initial price tag. After all, average-sized systems…
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July 8, 2021 0
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Getting a return on your solar energy investment

This post has been updated to reflect the new rates for the solar tax credit. Homeowners looking to add solar panels to their property are likely motivated by environmental concerns. But they’re more often concerned about a different kind of green: money. They want to know: “How much does solar energy cost?” Installing a solar…
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June 23, 2021 1
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Electric vehicles are all the rage. Is owning one worth it?

Electric vehicles are vastly outnumbered on U.S. roads today, but they’re increasingly seen as the future of transportation. That’s prompting a lot of people to wonder: Is it worth buying an electric car? And soon, consumers will have more options to choose from. General Motors, the largest automaker in the U.S., announced earlier this year…
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June 10, 2021 0
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