California’s ambitious push towards electrification is creating waves for businesses across the state. While this move towards electrification may help with sustainability initiatives, it’s left many businesses scrambling to find practical solutions to keep up with the mandates.

So, what can you do to best prepare and get your business ahead of the curve? Read more here.

California’s solar landscape is constantly evolving. At JKB Energy, we’re here to help you stay ahead of the curve and plan for the future. One critical update – the property tax exclusion for new solar projects is ending soon. Read more to find out what you need to know about this change.

As we strive to be leaders in the California renewable energy space, we are committed to continuously learning, growing, and innovating. One way we keep this commitment is by attending RE+, one of the leading renewable energy events in North America. Last week, we attended RE+ to sharpen our knowledge, connect with old industry partners & new, and hone our future vision. Here are the 5 game-changing insights you need to know.

With the number of legislation changes and amount of news circulating about solar profitability in agriculture, we’re here to set the record straight – or at least share the results we help our clients achieve. Here’s what we’re seeing.

With the dry summer heat in full swing, we’re here with a reminder to keep your panels clean! In California’s dry, arid climate, soiling can be a large factor in causing drastic decreases in energy conversion efficiency. Here are some key points on soiling and how you can keep your system running at peak performance.

As leaders in commercial solar, we’re dedicated to providing you with the latest insights and advancements in solar technology. While businesses continue to grapple with the challenge of energy costs, we are constantly searching for ways to enhance our solutions. One of those ways: battery storage.

Are soaring summer utility rates eating into your bottom line? As temperatures continue to rise, so do your utility bills. With summer around the corner, your business is getting ready to face skyrocketing rates and strain on your bottom line. On top of the increasing summer charges, historical data shows that PG&E rates have surged 20% over the past 24 months. With the increase in rates across the board, it’s becoming clear that businesses like yours need to explore alternative energy solutions. That’s where we come in.

At JKB Energy, we pledge to provide our clients with the most up-to-date information on changes to solar policy. The California solar energy sector underwent a significant transformation as Net Energy Metering (NEM) gave way to Net Billing Tariff (NBT). Understanding the implications of these changes is crucial for making informed decisions about solar investments. In this blog we will share a comprehensive overview of these changes for our community.

At JKB Energy, we pledge to provide our clients with the most up-to-date information on changes to solar policy. On August 2, 2023, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) announced a preliminary decision based on net energy metering aggregation (NEMA) that impacts many of our solar customers. Following this decision, energy generated by systems over 1 meter must be categorized as an export––even if the electricity is consumed on-site and off the grid.

The IRA incentivizes the development of clean on-site generation in order to address environmental goals. The following information offers a comprehensive overview of the 2023 ITC (investment tax credit), which lowers the federal income tax liability for a percentage of the cost of a solar system installed within the tax year.