Makello is able to help you prepare for electric service disruption with solar and battery storage. We start with a thorough energy usage analysis, sit down and talk to you about your energy usage and goals, design a custom system to meet your needs, complete and submit SGIP rebate apps for you. We strive to make it easier for you.
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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Makello pays it forward, on KPBS Evening Edition
Makello CEO Charlie Johnson was recently interviewed by KPBS Investigative Reporter Claire Trageser for the KPBS Evening Edition story “Lending Ends Monday For Third Round Of PPP, Which Aims To Correct Inequities“ Makello pays it forward by giving back to the community in many ways. In this case, on May 5th, we shared information with KPBS …
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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. Book a FREE 15 minute appointment to: 1) Find out …
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Joyrider Changes Everything (2021)
An EV “Ride N Drive” event takes a supernatural detour, when riders temporarily, uncontrollably and inexplicably become “Energy Zombies”, smitten by the overpowering experience of driving electric for the 1st time, with instant torque, no noise and zero emissions.
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? Book a FREE 15 minute appointment to: 1) Find out how Makello can help you. 2) Discuss your energy needs. …
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At Job-I-Con, Makello’s Win is “Made in the Shade”
Skyline showcases are difficult to manage. At the September 18, 2019 “Job-I-Con” Hiring Event, held at the San Diego Library, 9th floor, the window walls stand 25’ tall, on 3 sides. The east wall and roof shade cast the entire room into heavy contrast between 10 AM and 12 PM. Book a FREE 15 minute …
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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 …
Social and Environmental Justice Opportunities In Maps
Maps are used for more than directions, and at Makello, we are creating maps to highlight communities within our Service Areas. We have a gallery of maps with community insights and tips regarding solar and electric vehicle adoption. Makello has maps to help prospective Plug-In Vehicle owners determine the current and future availability of public …
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African Americans Concentrated in Diverse Redlined San Diego
Makello is developing GIS services and creating maps useful to the solar power, electric vehicle, and energy storage industries, as well as for our teaming companies, including several non-profit organizations. Maps are an important method for analyzing and presenting data. We will examine redlining and clean-air technology access by the San Diego African American community …
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Makello Research Assistant in UCSD ESYS Capstone
I was going into my last quarter of undergrad at UCSD when I started interning at Makello. The internship was part of my Senior Project, and I enjoyed working with a diversely skilled team. I worked with people with experience in many fields including software/electrical engineering, solar installation, non-profit organizations, management experience, and GIS systems …
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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 …
Makello Aids NPOs & NGOs in Environmental Justice
I met Charlie, the CEO and founder of Makello, during the summer while I was interning at Groundwork San Diego’s EarthLab in partnership with UC San Diego’s Center on Global Justice. While at the EarthLab, I was a college mentor for Groundwork’s High School Green Team. We were learning about electric vehicles, and Charlie was …
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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, …