Amy Beaudet was in the solar industry at the altE Store from 2007 until her untimely passing in 2021. She was a sales rep, instructor, and an all-around solar evangelist, sharing her passion for solar around the world. When whe wasn't at work, she enjoyed sailing and skiing - but odds were good she was still talking about solar on the boat or on the slopes. See more of Amy Beaudet's blog posts.
So, you just got a solar panel that has no polarity labels. How can you figure out the proper polarity, which terminal or wire is plus and which is minus? Here’s a couple of easy tips than can even be done…
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What does it cost to go solar? We get asked this question every day. And the answer? Well, it depends. “Going solar” means different things to different people. Some peoples’ definition costs a lot more than others’. It’s more than…
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Tiny is Huge! Tiny Houses are a big success these days. Minim Micro Home in Washington DC Cutting back your possessions to the bare minimum and fitting your new life into a tiny house has become a dream for many. With…
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Words Matter When discussing electricity, in this case solar panels and energy, it is important to use the right terminology to make sure everyone understands what you are talking about. Two of the most commonly confused terms are Watts and…
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SimpliPhi Lithium Batteries from altE The altE Store is excited to add Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) Smart-Tech batteries from SimpliPhi Power to our deep cycle battery offerings. We now have a full range of 12V, 24V, and 48V lithium batteries…
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Installer and Dealer Solar Conference Plus NEC Training Our two day conference for Solar Installers plus a 3rd day (February 9th) of NEC training with solar electric code expert John Wiles is soon upon us. February 7th & 8th will…
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SolarEdge Inverters Background SolarEdge inverters for grid-tie are a terrific option for installing anywhere from 3kW to 11.4kW single phase solar power systems for residential or small business. With the SolarEdge DC optimizers installed at each solar panel, it controls the…
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Introducing the IronRidge FlashFoot2 We are here today to introduce the new IronRidge FlashFoot2 flashing system for mounting your solar power system on a shingled roof. We demonstrate how the FlashFoot2 works and how it compares with the original FlashFoot,…
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Massachusetts-based renewable energy distributor selected to join Google Trusted Stores program Boxborough, MA | December 07, 2016 altE, specializing in off-grid, grid-tie and DIY solar power solutions since 1999, was recently selected to join the Google Trusted Stores program….
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Holiday Solar Gift Ideas for Under $100 ‘Tis the season to be racking your brain looking for the perfect gift for the ones you love. How about the gift of solar? Here’s a few gift ideas that won’t break the…
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