It’s time to get the bad actors out of rooftop solar in Texas
You may have seen the excellent recent articles in the San Antonio Express-News about the unscrupulous, unethical, and even illegal ways that…
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Sierra Nevada Ally: “What Solar Panels Can Tell Us About Investment in Rural Nevada”
Originally published by Sierra Nevada Ally; Written by Alex Couraud. Editors note: Scougal Rubber chose Freedom Solar Power to partner…
Bret Biggart is among Austin’s best CEOs
Bret Biggart’s trajectory in the solar power industry has gone from simply trying to get a price quote for installation of solar panels at his own home to leading Austin-based Freedom Solar Power, one of the largest solar installation companies in the United States.
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Can Solar Panels Withstand Hurricanes & Extreme Weather?
Solar panels from Freedom Solar are durable enough to withstand hurricane-force winds, large hail and heavy rain.
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Many Catastrophes, One Warning: What a Brutal Hurricane Season Says about the Future, and How Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage Will Help
By Bret Biggart Way back in July, Hurricane Beryl hit Houston. The storm upended the local power grid and left…
A message from our leadership on SunPower’s recent news
October 18, 2024 Update — Since the announcement in August, SunPower has been working through its Chapter 11 filing in bankruptcy…
3 Lessons of Sobriety for My Business (and Yours, Probably)
By Bret Biggart I talk a lot about solar power, this industry of ours, and business and entrepreneurship generally. I…
How to claim your Inflation Reduction Act 30% tax credit for 2024
The Inflation Reduction Act 30% tax credit is a federal tax credit that homeowners and businesses can claim for the…
Ryan on the Road: The Windshield View of Automotive Solar from Coast to Coast
From a fleet of Siena minivans circling a solar farm at a cutting-edge Memphis dealership to 10 traffic-filled days visiting…
enerG Magazine: “FREEDOM from Fossil Fuels, with SOLAR”
Originally published by enerG Magazine; Written by Diane Mettler. Freedom Solar Power has completed the largest commercial solar installation in…
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Texas
Asking how much solar panels cost in Texas is like asking how much a car costs; the answer varies widely…
Memphis Business Journal: “Memphis dealership in Whitehaven spends $7.9 million to be EV, sustainability model”
Originally published by Memphis Business Journal; Written by Stephen MacLeod. A car dealership in Whitehaven is the site of an…
Are Solar Panels Worth it in Texas?
If you’re looking into whether solar is a fit for your home, you might have a lot of questions. Do…
Storms Show Why Solar Needs to Be the Future
Authored by Bret Biggart You know all about Hurricane Beryl and the devastation it wrought in the Houston area last…
How Rooftop Solar and Land Conservation Can Work Together to Benefit the Environment
Solar energy’s applications are numerous and extend far beyond offering homeowners a backup power source. In recent years, the conversation…
Want the Power Company to Start Paying You?
Authored by Bret Biggart How would you like it if, instead of you sending money to the power company every…
Guide to Going Solar with Entergy in Texas
As the push for sustainable energy solutions gains momentum, Texas homeowners increasingly look to solar power as a viable and…
Guide to Going Solar with AEP in Texas
Rooftop solar in Texas has seen remarkable growth over the past five years. From 2017 to 2022, residential solar installations…
Freedom Solar named #1 on list of “6 Commercial Solar Contractors To Watch” by Siteline
Originally published by Siteline; Written by Claire Wilson. Most of us have had a solar contractor show up at our…
Energy Capital HTX: “Op-Ed: To protect the Texas grid, help Texans protect themselves”
Originally published by Energy Capital HTX; Written by Bret Biggart. On the evening of May 16, a devastating “derecho” storm…
How to Optimize Your Tesla Powerwall During a Power Outage
Tesla Powerwalls may seem mysterious. Here, we break down the formula to make the battery work best for you during an outage.
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Storing Surplus Energy with Solar Batteries
Solar energy is critical to transitioning toward a more sustainable future, a more resilient energy grid, and saving money on…
House Digest: “What our solar power expert wants you to know about solar panels before installing a new roof”
Originally published by House Digest; Written by Jessica Tzikas A new roof is not always a simple fix. There are…
Guide to Going Solar with New Braunfels Utilities (NBU)
Looking to install solar in Texas? If you are in New Braunfels there are a few unique programs that will…
Proud To Be A Longhorn-Owned Business: Freedom Solar #20 in Longhorn 100 Awards
We’re proud to announce that Freedom Solar was named #20 in the highly competitive Longhorn 100 Awards earlier this month.…
Solar Power World: “Freedom Solar Power completes 1.97-MW rooftop array for steel company”
Originally published by Solar Power World; Written by Kelsey Misbrener Freedom Solar Power announced the largest commercial solar installation in…
San Antonio Business Journal: “Freedom Solar CEO predicts ‘big spike’ in New Braunfels’ solar market”
Originally published in San Antonio Business Journal. Written By Zoe Gottlieb. New Braunfels’ solar market is poised to see a “big…
Achievement in Customer Experience: 2024 Stevie Award Honoree
Freedom Solar is pleased to share that we’ve been named a Bronze Honoree in the 2024 The Stevie® Awards for…
What Is the Best Roof for Solar Panels?
If you’re looking to purchase solar panels, your first step is to determine whether your roof suits a solar panel system.
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SECO Energy Customers Guide to Going Solar
The Sumter Electric Cooperative (SECO Energy) is one of the largest electric distribution cooperatives in the United States. The utility…
What Texas’ Record-Breaking Energy Landscape Means to You
Texas hasn’t met an energy record it couldn’t break. Our ability to keep up with a fast-growing economy helped make…
Solar Making Strides Toward a Sustainable Future
While Earth Day is always a good time to take stock of what we’re doing to protect the planet, this…
Largest solar installation in Conroe, TX completed By Stainless Structurals & Freedom Solar Power
The installation will bring considerable cost savings to the steel supplier, while also supporting core sustainability goals. Happy Earth…
Guide to Going Solar with Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU)
Thinking about going solar in Colorado Springs? Colorado’s solar incentives are some of the best in the nation, making it…
Guide to Going Solar with Dominion Energy in Virginia & North Carolina
Thinking of installing solar in Virginia or North Carolina? If you are one of Dominion Energy’s 2.5 million customers and…
Introducing myFreedom customer portal: real-time project updates
Freedom Solar Power would like to introduce myFreedom — our new online customer portal built just for you as the…
Guide to Going Solar with Tampa Electric (TECO) in Florida
Perched under the sun-soaked skies of Florida, it’s only fitting that West Central Florida not only attracts sunseekers to its…
Fort Collins Utilities: Solar Incentives & Saving Guide
Colorado solar generation ranks 12th in the U.S., where the average homeowner can break even on their solar panel investment…
Guide to Going Solar with CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy, based in Houston, Texas, plays a vital role in energy delivery across 2.5 million customers in a 5,000…
Tesla Powerwall 3 Changes the Game
By Bret Biggart I’m proud to be an early adopter of the Tesla Powerwall 3 — since it’s been installed…
Goodwin Volvo Embraces Solar Power, Maine’s Big Leap Towards Green Energy
Originally Posted by The People’s Network Maine’s business landscape is witnessing a significant shift towards sustainability with Goodwin Motor Group’s…
Trading fuel for the sun with Kevin Schwantz
Kevin Schwantz, the 1993 FIM Road Racing World Champion, loves to burn fuel with his motorcycles and trucks. But when…
Introducing Tesla Powerwall 3 from Freedom Solar Power: More Power, More Savings
There has never been a better time to reduce your dependence on the energy grid. Tesla Powerwall 3 has arrived…
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Virginia
Have you ever thought about soaking up some of that abundant Virginia sunshine and converting it into energy for your…
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Raleigh
Hey, Raleigh. It’s time to break up with your utility company. Solar panels hit historically low pricing in late 2023.…
More extreme Texas weather shows need to prepare
Orginally posted by: The Texas Tribute BY BRET BIGGART FREEDOM SOLAR POWER Bret Biggart, an Austin native, has been CEO…
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Charlotte
Imagine a world where your home has uninterrupted power – without the utility bills that come with it. Sounds exciting,…
Lessons from the 2021 Winter Storm: Texas must do more to protect consumers
Opinion by Bret Biggart, originally Posted on The Dallas Morning News. Three years ago this week, a winter storm left…