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Seraphim Solar 355 Watt Solar Panel, Mono

$246.00

List price $320.00

SimpliPhi Power PHI 3.5kWh Smart Tech Lithium Battery, 48V

$2,895.00

List price $3,575.00

Magnum Energy MicroGT 500 Microinverter

$249.00

List price $339.00

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altE’s Successful First Solar Conference in Puerto Rico Apr 10, 2018

Battery Backup for Puerto Rico’s Grid Tied Solar Power Systems Jan 12, 2018

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altE Opens Puerto Rican Warehouse

Solar company opens warehouse in Puerto Rico to reduce the headache and wait times to buy and install solar power systems during the continued electric grid crisis after Hurricane Maria.
altE Assists with Hurricane Relief Efforts in Puerto Rico

altE is proud to have donated solar power equipment to keep a health clinic operating in Puerto Rico.

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Grid-tied solar is designed to turn off when the grid goes out. We discuss options for adding battery backup to your existing grid-tie solar system. Two choices are AC and DC Coupling. We cover the equipment needed and the pros and cons of each option.

Adding batteries to grid tied solar

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A Green Dream in Action

Roland Goulette has been planning for his renewable energy system since the 1980s. In an effort to save energy, Roland started recycling and purchased florescent light bulbs. This passion for green led him to where he is now. He owns a 24-panel PV and solar hot-water system. Roland and his family are a perfect example of hard work and planning paying off!

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