This March Scott Oman, South Coast Solar's Chief Solar Guru tested for certification by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners

South Coast Solar News on May 21st, 2009 No Comments

NABCEP is a rigorous and demanding certification to earn and only experienced installers are screened to qualify for the exam. About 20% of installers who sit for the exam are able to pass the test and Scott is very proud to have passed on his first try! With NABCEP certification Scott joins an elite group [...]

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Renewable Energy Mandate Gets Second Look From PSC

Energy Crisis, News on May 21st, 2009 No Comments

At least 25 states and the District of Columbia have approved standards that require utilities to generate a specified portion of their power from renewable sources such as solar, wind, biomass and water.  Louisiana is considering following suit, though the prospects of such a policy winning favor remain hazy.

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Nevada Utility Dumps Coal Plant, Turns to Clean, Renewable Energy

News on March 15th, 2009 No Comments

Here’s some news to brighten your Friday! Proposed new coal plants have been dropping like flies over the past month, and yet another one bites the dust today, this time in Nevada. Citing strong local opposition and increased certainty that global warming pollution from coal plants will be regulated, energy developer, LS Power announced [...]

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Louisiana Passes 300 kW Bill With The Help Of South Coast Solar

News on August 13th, 2008 2 Comments

New Orleans based solar company successfully lobbies for increase in commercial solar system size restriction for net metered systems in Louisiana. Louisiana Senator Nick Gautreaux introduces and passes Senate Bill 359 during recent State Legislative Session

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State Increases Maximun Size of Alternative Energy Systems for Businesses

Solar In the News on August 5th, 2008 1 Comment

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The state has increased the maximum size of alternative energy systems hooked up to power grids in a move that could boost solar panel installations

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