January 11th 2010

PPCSolar - NOW ON TWITTER!

January 11th 2010

SOLAR PV MODULE BLOWOUT!

November 3rd 2009

Now that the UNM/Kit Carson 500kw solar array is installed and online, we are celebrating by having a MAJOR BLOWOUT SALE!!

50 watt
1-2 units... $6.14/watt... $306.80
3 or more... $5.66/watt... $283.20

85 watt
1-2 units... $5.77/watt...$490.43
3 or more... $5.33/watt...$452.70

135 watt
1-2 units... $4.57/watt... $617.50
3 or more... $4.22/watt... $570.00

205 watt
1-2 units... $3.67/watt... $752.70
3 or more... $3.39/watt... $694.80

190 watt
1-2 units... $3.53/watt... $670.00
3 or more... $3.31/watt... $630.00

...And be sure to call about our system specials!

NEW MEXICO’S LARGEST SOLAR ARRAY! INSTALLING THE SUN TRACKING SYSTEM!

July 15th 2009

This week, Paradise Power has been installing the drive gears on the single axis tracking system at UNM-Taos. The drive gears are essential for the tracking system to work. Basically, the panels will follow the course of the sun throughout the day. We have also begun welding all the parts.

In the coming week, we will be mounting panels!

This is a 500kw Solar Electric System on the Klauer Campus of UNM Taos, and is being installed in conjunction with Erickson Construction and American Capital Energy. This array will be comprised of 2,640 panels, utilized on a single axis tracking system. It is the largest, most powerful array in New Mexico to date. The project, funded by Kit Carson Electric Co-op, is the first of several projects that Paradise Power will be installing in Northern New Mexico.


Check out the live webcam for the progress!
Click here - UNM SOLAR WEBCAM



...WELCOME TODD PARSONS!!!
A big shout-out to our newest Journeyman, Todd Parsons! Todd hails from Albuquerque NM. He has been working with our solar team out at UNM this week. Welcome to Taos, Todd!

... CELEBRITY SOLAR INSTALLATION!
Paradise Power has been chosen to install a solar grid-tie system at a residence in Arroyo Seco. What makes this install special is that the residence belongs to a very famous celebrity!

... OFF-GRID SOLUTIONS!
We have been working with off-grid systems since 1979! We thoroughly enjoy assisting D.I.Y.ers set up their own off-grid solutions, as well as troubleshooting and servicing off-grid systems. Currently we have been working on some interesting off-grid systems in Tres Piedras, Star, and The Greater World.

... TIP OF THE WEEK FOR SOLAR OWNERS...
Keep close tabs on your battery.
System components like the battery actually require more maintenance as they get older. Your battery can last long if you take good care of it. Some basic steps to ensure the good working condition of your battery would be:
• Check your batteries every 30 days!
• Batteries should be wiped free of all corrosion, dust and dirt frequently.
• Water the batteries after extended charging.
• Use distilled water.

NEW MEXICO’S LARGEST SOLAR INSTALLATION! THE POLES ARE IN!

June 17th 2009

Phase I of the UNM Klauer Campus array has been completed!
Over 400 steel poles are in the ground. This week, the PPC Solar team has been trenching and laying conduit. In the coming weeks, we will be wiring, welding, and mounting panels!
This is a 500kw Solar Electric System on the Klauer Campus of UNM Taos, and is being installed in conjunction with Erickson Construction and American Capital Energy. This array will be comprised of 2,640 panels, utilized on a single axis tracking system. It is the largest, most powerful array in New Mexico to date. The project, funded by Kit Carson Electric Co-op, is the first of several projects that Paradise Power will be installing in Northern New Mexico.


Check out the live webcam for the progress!
Click here - UNM SOLAR WEBCAM



While this job is underway, we have another PPC Solar team that recently completed a 2.5kw residential photovoltaic grid-tie system in the Town of Taos. This team is currently preparing to depart for Billings, Montana to install a residential off-grid system with Solar Survival Architecture!

THE LARGEST SOLAR POWER SYSTEM IN NEW MEXICO!

May 29th 2009

Paradise Power Company is installing a 500kw Solar Electric System on the Klauer Campus of UNM Taos, in conjunction with Erickson Construction and American Capital Energy. This array will be comprised of 2,640 panels, utilized on a single axis tracking system. It is the largest, most powerful array in New Mexico to date. The project, funded by Kit Carson Electric Co-op, is the first of several projects that Paradise Power will be installing in Northern New Mexico. We are currently prepping the land for installation of the poles that the arrays will be mounted on.

Check out the live webcam for the progress!
Click here - UNM SOLAR WEBCAM

PARADISE POWER COMPANY PRESIDENT TAKES TOP 10 AT NATIONAL RACE!

May 25th 2009

Daniel Weinman, president of Paradise Power Company, recently placed 3rd in the 2009 Angel Fire Chile Challenge Super Downhill event. This national mountain bike race had hundreds of riders and spectators on Memorial Day weekend. Daniel Weinman also placed 9th out of 106 riders in the Pro Men’s Downhill Event. Congrats to Dan!

Congress passes Solar Tax Credit!

October 9th 2008

Congress on Friday passed a solar tax credit that could provide billions in future funding.

The renewable energy Incentive Tax Credit (ITC) bill, which was attached to the larger $700 billion Economic Growth and Financial Stabilization Act of 2008, passed on a 263-171 bipartisan vote, and President George W. Bush swiftly signed the rescue plan into law a few hours later.

The tax credit portion of the law beefs up and extends an expiring tax credit for renewable energy projects. It extends a wind power credit for one year, geothermal and biomass energy credits for two years, and provides incentives to the solar industry -- such as the removal of a $2,000 credit cap for residential solar installations -- for eight years, until 2016.

Other provisions include $800 million for clean energy bonds. The total package is worth $17 billion over eight years.

Basic solar 101!

April 8th 2008

We are going to be offering classes in Basic Solar. It will cover the basics of solar electric systems including theory, design and assembly. If you are interested please let us now and we will put you on the list.

We have moved!

November 2nd 2007

We have made the move and are in our new location at 1036 Reed Street. North of Bertha St. and South of Zeke’s Auto Supply. We are getting settled but feel free to come by and check us out!

Paradise Power Co is moving!

October 8th 2007

Paradise Power Company has finally outgrown our existing location where we have been for the last 7 years. We are not moving far though, our new location will be 1036 Reed street which is basically just around the corner. It is just South of Zeke’s auto supply in Plaza de Comercio. So please come check us out in our old location for some great deals on our in stock items. By the end of the month we should be in our new location, so come by and see us there.

Help Wanted!

August 14th 2007

We are currently looking to increase our staff, we are looking for a journeyman electrician and an apprentice. Do you want to join our great crew and learn more about renewable energy? Or maybe you already have some experience in the field? Either way the opportunity is here to join a growing company in a great industry. Please contact Daniel Weinman for more info and an application.

Showroom and webstore launch!

July 30th 2007

Great news, our showroom is open right here in Taos at 1015-A Dea Lane. Our hours are 8-5 Monday through Friday, closed for lunch. Come by or call any time. Our newest employee, Duke Damotte, will be manning the shop.

Our new website complete with web-store has launched. Keep posted on the website as we will be adding new products daily. Check us out for great deals right here in Taos or anytime online.