Solar and other forms of renewable energy provide immense environmental benefits in helping offset the impact of climate change. From rising global temperatures to extreme weather patterns, climate change is causing physical effects on well-known landmarks. For example, warming ocean temperatures are bleaching the Great Barrier Reef, causing it to die rapidly. Experts anticipate it will be gone by 2050 without drastic action. (1)  Aminath Shauna, the Maldives Minister of Environment, said they expect the country to be entirely submerged by the year 2100 due to rising ocean waters ..read more

Press Release 5/5/22 Solar Pathways Energy is a winner of the 4th annual Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming Spark Awards for Entrepreneurship. BBB Spark Awards, a program of the BBB Foundation, recognizes businesses that demonstrate a strong foundation of ethics through character, culture, and community. Owner & CEO Blake Lund was honored at the awards luncheon at the Loveland Embassy Suites on April 28th. Peers, colleagues, and customers nominate businesses for the award. Nominated businesses complete a written application as well as submit a short video demon ..read more

The average person spends 90 percent of their time indoors, according to the EPA (1). Optimizing your home or workplace with well-designed lighting impacts not only your mood but also increases your home market value and reduces energy consumption. At Solar Pathways Electrical, we understand the need for aesthetically pleasing and efficient lighting. Whether you’re doing a remodel, replacing light fixtures, or building a new house, our experienced electricians are here to make the process easier for you. Adding Aesthetics & Increasing Home Value Lighting is a powerful tool when creating an ..read more

While maintaining smoke and carbon monoxide detectors might feel like another item on your to-do list, they are critical in protecting your home, property, or workplace. With residential fires taking 2,000-3,000 lives per year (1) and carbon monoxide poisoning sending over 50,000 people to the emergency room (2), these devices provide an inexpensive way to avoid potential danger. Today’s article will cover the importance of these gadgets, when to replace them, and product recommendations that will give you peace of mind in the home. Importance of Smoke Alarms It’s no secret that fires have dev ..read more

Will solar panels continue to supply electricity when the grid goes out? Homeowners are often surprised to learn that their solar system will not provide backup power in the case of a power outage. Most traditional solar installations are grid-tied, allowing your system to send excess energy to the grid when production is higher than consumption. It also lets your home pull power from the grid when needed (i.e., at night or during a storm). During a power outage, solar systems are intentionally designed to stop sending energy to the grid as a safety mechanism to protect utility workers repairi ..read more

With hail insurance claims averaging $8-14 billion a year in the United States, homeowners understandably ask how hail could affect their solar panels. (1) Luckily, this answer to this commonly asked question is very positive. After a hail storm, solar panels are often one of the few undamaged parts of your home.    Solar panels are surprisingly resistant to damage. Resilience is crucial when building solar panels.  During the design process, manufacturers thoroughly test their strength against severe weather outcomes. In fact, you can find hail impact studies dating back to 197 ..read more

Many questions surface regarding solar panel maintenance. For example, what’s required to ensure your solar panels are working at their maximum efficiency after installation? Does that include wiping away any grime and dust that accumulates? This article answers common questions about maintaining your solar panels to ensure peak performance. Luckily, most residential solar installations require very little upkeep and are relatively low-maintenance.   Do you need to wash your solar panels? In short, hiring a team to wash your solar panels is not usually worth it. A research study performed ..read more