Independent research analysis of Green Energy EPC by Makello’s installed solar customer’s utility data measured the impact of SDG&E’s devaluation of Solar Export Credit Value.
A Measured Impact of SDGE Devastating Export Credit Rate Drop
Utility Pirates Stole Your Solar Treasure!
SDG&E Changed the Rules – Is Your Solar Investment Losing Value? If you invested in solar power to lower your electric bills and gain more control over your energy costs, there’s something you need to know: Your solar panels produce the same clean electricity as always. What’s changed is the solar export credit value just dropped 11%-71% during …
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Can Your Home-Based Business Qualify for Solar + Battery Tax Credits?
If you own a business and work from home, your solar and battery installation may qualify for significant federal tax credits and rebates. Many business owners don’t realize that the business-use portion of their home can unlock commercial clean energy incentives through the federal 48E tax incentive structure, potentially allowing them to claim a substantial …
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Reserve Up to 78% Solar-Battery Incentives by July 4, 2026!
Safe Harbor for Solar & Battery Incentives in 2026: What Owners Need to Know If you’ve been thinking about adding solar or battery storage to your property, 2026 brings a mix of opportunity and urgency. The landscape has shifted significantly over the past two years, and understanding what’s changed could make a substantial difference in …
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How Do You Download Your 15 Minute Interval Data?
You are working a solar company and they have a lot of questions to determine the optimal system size that best matches your energy goals. Now you’ve been asked to download your SDGE Energy Usage data. There’s Green Button Data, Utility API Authorization, Two-Factor Verification or any other number of options. What do you need …
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New SGIP Developments December 31, 2025
There are important updates to the SGIP rebate program coming. The good news is SGIP AB 209 incentive budgets are open for submissions and will remain so. However, CPUC Decision 25-12-003 impacts the SGIP Rebate Program significatnly on December 31, 2025. SGIP ratepayer incentive budgets are closing for new ratepayer application submissions including applications being …
California utility customers may now qualify for higher SGIP battery rebates!
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 …