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With energy prices continuing to rise and strong local incentives helping to fill the gap, going solar is now less about chasing a tax break and more about gaining energy independence and maintaining long-term control over your household budget.
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Due to lower energy bills and fast payback, Central Oregon businesses are in a prime position to benefit from commercial solar. Several factors — our region’s steady sunshine, rising power costs, and robust incentives — make a compelling case for adopting this form of renewable energy.
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Get to know seven Central Oregon women who are making a positive impact in sustainable industries and in their communities. Featured in this article are E2 Solar’s Bookkeeper and HR Specialist, Helen Wallace, and Permit Technician Adrienne Horel.
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E2 Solar has been named a 2025 Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World (ranked No. 368 nationwide, having installed 729 kilowatts of solar power in 2024). Since its inception, E2 Solar has installed 6,152 kilowatts of solar and has been on the top solar contractors list for ten consecutive years. E2 Solar is the only solar installer in Central Oregon on the list.
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With energy markets in flux and policy changes on the horizon, many homeowners are asking: Is now the right time to go solar? E2 Solar’s CEO explains what you need to know to make an informed decision, and why it’s important to find a trusted partner.
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In this article, E2 Solar’s CEO explains how solar-plus-battery storage systems help local homes and businesses stay powered during outages by storing solar energy for use when the grid goes down. These systems can keep essentials like lights, refrigerators, and medical equipment running, offering peace of mind and greater independence from utility disruptions.
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Whether you’re a homeowner or a builder, planning for solar during new construction means higher home value, lower energy costs, and a beautiful, efficient design from day one. In this article for Cascade Business News, E2 Solar’s CEO Rob Black shares why it’s important to start the solar conversation early.
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With Tetherow’s eco-friendly resort operations and energy-efficient homes, its residents are already leaders in sustainable living. E2 Solar CEO Rob Black writes about how adding solar energy to a home is the next logical step in reducing one’s carbon footprint while increasing property value.
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In this article for Cascade Business News, E2 Solar shares insights from a recent discussion with Bend Real Estate Agent Kip Lohr, offering a refreshingly honest perspective on the pros and cons of solar panels.
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In this article, E2 Solar’s CEO Rob Black explains why solar energy is both environmentally friendly and an economical win.
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E2 Solar’s Gavin Ames is interviewed for this Central Oregon Daily News story about the Solarize Deschutes program. This program, made possible by The Environmental Center and the Energy Trust of Oregon, is knocking down barriers, with low-to-moderate income earners generally saving the most money.
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E2 Solar celebrates its 20th anniversary and new ownership with a ribbon-cutting event on October 24, 2024, which aligns with the International Day of Climate Action and National Energy Awareness Month.
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During wildfires, power outages — due to either downed power lines or proactive power shut-offs — can last for days? In this guest column for The Bulletin, E2 Solar Sales Manager Dustin Tombleson explains how battery storage paired with solar panels can keep your lights on and essential appliances running even when the grid goes down.
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E2 Solar served as the lead solar engineer for the Prineville IronHorse Lodge project, designing and installing a state-of-the-art solar energy system that sets new benchmarks for sustainability. E2’s expertise was integral to making IronHorse Lodge a model for energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption in Central Oregon.
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Phase II of the groundbreaking Little Deschutes Lodge in La Pine has been completed. The project is a near-net-zero energy building, with a 32.2kW photo-voltaic and solar-thermal system installed by Bend’s E2 Solar.
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The new Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) building features a 9.2-kilowatt roof-mounted south-facing solar array comprised of 40 x 230-watt modules installed by E2 Solar. It is estimated that the array could produce some 12,500 kilowatt hours of power per year.
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E2 Solar is recognized as a leading Central Oregon company to watch, celebrated for its innovative approach to providing comprehensive solar energy solutions and commitment to sustainability. Through expanding access to high-quality solar technology for diverse customers, E2 Solar continues to drive renewable energy adoption and set industry standards in the region.
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