San Diegans can get up to 100% incentives for Solar Power, Plug-In Vehicles, Energy Storage and Ultra-Efficient Appliances. (And more!)
Greenbacks for Green Tech, Cash Back for San Diegans
Community Choice is Here!
Community Choice is coming to electric customers of San Diego County but what is Community Choice and what does it mean for you as a customer? Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) is a locally run not-for-profit organization that was enabled by the California Legislature in 2002 AB117. The first CCA in San Diego County began operation …
Does your HOA dread architectural applications for solar installations?
You’ve received an architectural application for a rooftop solar installation so what do you do next?
Referrals Are Our Lifeblood!
Just about everyone knows someone that is considering energy upgrades, appliance changes or plug-in vehicles, to save money on energy bills, be prepared for emergencies, and reduce their GHG emissions.
Time to ‘Kick Gas!’ and Clean Up Indoor Air Quality
■ Outsmart the utility, by replacing natural gas appliances!
□ Avoid non-bypassable charges, taxes, fees and Minimum Bill penalties that would normally occur for months of overproduction.
□ Get a larger utility baseline allowance discount for electric Heat Pump Water Heating.
• Add and store Thermal Energy when utility rates are lowest and when solar production is in excess of loads.
• Cool / Dehumidify interior room(s).
• If adding more solar for HPWH, then during a utility blackout, with a battery there is extended autonomy.
□ Gain usable conditioned space in the home, currently valued at $700-$2,000/sq ft in San Diego, when replacing a gas furnace and removing ductwork, in exchange for a heat pump air-conditioner/heater.
□ Reduce air pollutants and carcinogens, indoors and around the house.
□ Reduce fire risk.
Step 7 – Small Residential Energy Storage Rebate Is Open!
New Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) Rebate application for Step 7 – Small Residential Energy Storage funding, becomes available starting Monday, Sept 27, 2021, at a rebate value of $0.15/wH. Caller: “Quick question. I already have solar, so which Battery is right for me? I need an answer ASAP, because SGIP Rebates are back and who …
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Are You In Need of an Energy Upgrades LIFELINE?
Did you know that, whether or not you have an existing solar energy system, you can tap into a combination of up-front incentives, financing, to build up your savings into a 6-Month Emergency Fund and lower monthly costs? Read more about the Energy Upgrades LIFELINE. How it Works Makello performs the Energy Analysis: Site survey. …
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Energy Upgrades LIFELINE 1-2-3
Pandemic stressing out the family finances? Turn your home and vehicle into a clean energy emergency fund! Getting laid-off is stressful even in the best of times. In the midst of a pandemic, job loss and financial surprises can drain your savings account fast. Did you know that whether or not you have an existing …
Our Mission, Vision and Purpose, Since 2010
Extreme competition in the solar industry and falling prices has resulted in poor quality workmanship, electrical problems, roof leaks, gimmicks, and unethical behavior. Who can you trust to upgrade your most valuable asset, your home? Makello aims to fix the broken solar industry with a full-disclosure report by an Ethical Energy Efficiency Expert, and documentation …
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A 6 Month Emergency Fund, Right Now?
Recently, a solar powered homeowner inquired about adding a Level 2 charger for a 2013 Nissan Leaf, typically a $400 installation. Most solar companies would refuse the job due to low profit. Makello rose to the challenge and used our Energy Analysis tool to present an “Energy Upgrades Lifeline” option that improves the homeowner’s cash …
Californians need microgrids.
With frequent fires and Santa Ana winds setting California ablaze we are in desperate need of emergency power supplies. The fires are coming dangerously close to our sources of electricity and threatening grid shut downs. 2 million Californians were left without power last week and this week that number could get even bigger. It is …
SMA America on Wipomo
Wipomo’s Mobile Energy Ecosystem (version 2) is featured at SMA America’s blog “Road Tested and Reliable”.
Wipomo Powers Trucks at Qualcomm Stadium
Wipomo’s Mobile Energy Ecosystem provided off-grid solar power to the Food Truck vendors at the Qualcomm Stadium Swap Meet, while the crowds of visitors enjoyed their meals without the noisy gas generator emissions. During the day, while the sun was shining, the sun provided power to the food truck vendors. After the sun went down, …
Wipomo’s Mobile Energy Ecosystem
Our off-grid, Plug-In Vehicle & personal electronics charging station delivers “Power when you want it, where you want it, day or night, even during a utility blackout”. The Wipomo Mobile Energy Ecosystem at the home showcase during SDRES Sustainability Tour 2013. People from left to right: Skip Fralick- California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE), Juergen Zierler- Architect Wipomo, Hubbell and …