Expert advice, industry news, and local insights about solar energy on California's North Coast.
Battery Storage, Residential Solar, V2X, Financing & Incentives
A Humboldt County homeowner cut her winter PG&E bill from $1,200 to $179 with solar and heat pumps. Read how she took her whole home electric.
Commercial Solar, Residential Solar, Solar Education
Six Rivers Solar has been installing systems in Humboldt County since 1980. After 45 years, the company offers a unique perspective on why panel quality, inverter selection, and installer experience matter more in a post-incentive market.
Battery Storage, Residential Solar, Commercial Solar
Most battery conversations assume solar pairing, but standalone storage has compelling use cases of its own in Humboldt County, from SGIP-eligible households to businesses managing demand charges to anyone who simply wants the lights to stay on when the grid goes down.
Commercial Solar, Battery Storage, Micro Grids
A single power outage can cost a North Coast business thousands of dollars in lost revenue, spoiled inventory, and damaged customer relationships. Here is how to calculate your real exposure and what solar-plus-storage can do about it.
Agricultural Solar, Off-Grid Solar, Solar Education
Irrigation pumping is one of the largest electrical loads on North Coast ranches. Solar-direct and solar-plus-storage systems can eliminate that cost, especially when paired with USDA REAP grants and variable frequency drives.
Off-Grid Solar, Battery Storage, Solar Education
A practical guide to off-grid solar system design in Humboldt County, covering array sizing for fog, battery autonomy, generator integration, permitting, and the real economics of disconnecting from PG&E.
Agricultural Solar, Commercial Solar, Off-Grid Solar
Cannabis cultivation in Humboldt County carries enormous energy costs. A growing number of North Coast operators are discovering that solar energy systems paired with battery storage can dramatically reduce their largest variable expense while meeting California's tightening renewable energy compliance requirements.
Commercial Solar, Financing & Incentives, Solar Education
A detailed financial breakdown of how commercial solar pencils out for small businesses in Humboldt County, from PG&E demand charges to the phasing federal tax credits that make 2026 a pivotal year.
Agricultural Solar, Commercial Solar, Off-Grid Solar
Cannabis cultivation is among the most electricity-intensive agricultural activities in California. With PG&E commercial rates above 50 cents per kilowatt-hour and DCC renewable energy compliance requirements, the case for solar on Humboldt greenhouses and cultivation facilities is direct and quantifiable.
Financing & Incentives
April 15th, 2026 is the last Tax Day where homeowners can claim the 30% federal solar tax credit. Whether you're expecting a refund or bracing to write a check, here's what solar means for your return.
Residential Solar, Financing & Incentives
The federal residential solar tax credit expired December 31, 2025. Here is what that means for Humboldt County homeowners and businesses, what pathways remain, and why the underlying economics still work.
Off-Grid Solar, Solar Education, Residential Solar, Commercial Solar
Eureka's marine layer doesn't disqualify solar. Learn how panels generate power in diffuse light, why cool temps boost efficiency, and what NREL data shows for Humboldt County.
Off-Grid Solar, Battery Storage, Residential Solar, Solar Education, V2X
Discover how to power your home using your EV with the latest advancements in V2X technology.
Financing & Incentives
Learn about the different ways to pay for solar installation, including solar loans, leases, and power purchase agreements. Get started with a free quote from Six Rivers Solar today.
Residential Solar, Financing & Incentives, Solar Education
Save 30% on solar panels before the federal solar tax credit expires at the end of 2025. Start today with a free estimate from Six Rivers Solar.
Solar Education
You’ll still get an electric bill with solar panels, but it will be much lower. Find out how solar billing works with PG&E in California and what kind of savings you can expect.
Financing & Incentives
Now’s the best time to install solar in Northern California. Avoid rising PG&E rates and lock in savings before key incentives expire. Schedule your free consultation today with Six Rivers Solar!
Battery Storage, Residential Solar
Compare solar battery and generator pros and cons to find the best backup power system for your home. Get a free assessment and battery estimate from Six Rivers Solar today.
Solar Education
Learn how long it takes to install solar panels and what the process looks like. Get a professional and efficient installation when you go solar with the local experts at Six Rivers Solar. Schedule your free consultation today!
Residential Solar, Commercial Solar
Compare the pros and cons of installing solar panels in California to find out if they’re worth the investment for your home or business. Schedule a free consultation with Six Rivers Solar today.