Inside SolarCity: The rise of a hot solar panel provider

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 19 січ 2025

КОМЕНТАРІ • 39

  • @whitekryptonite91
    @whitekryptonite91 11 років тому +12

    The future is bright.

  • @jays52
    @jays52 11 років тому +1

    The world is a better place because of SolarCity. This is an inspirational company that touches every person that comes in contact with them. Imagine what the world will be like in a few years as more and more people choose solar to power their beautiful homes...

  • @tockblade
    @tockblade 10 років тому +3

    SolarCity is awesome! Finally you have a choice in your electricity provider. The contract is simple and everything is written in simple terms. They cover all maintenance, repairs, monitoring free for 20 years. They even place a $2 million insurance plan on your roof at no extra charge. If you can purchase a system great! If not, you can still save $ every month by leasing a system.

    • @DeadFishFactory
      @DeadFishFactory 9 років тому

      tockblade >believing you're saving anything when you have to pay a rental fee (that can be as high as 100/month) that increases 5% every year.

  • @Philosjutsu
    @Philosjutsu 10 років тому +4

    I feel like this is something that we should have had awhile ago.

    • @socaldave4227
      @socaldave4227 8 років тому +1

      Carter put solar panels on the white house in 79. Reagan took them down in 86. Repubs wants to burn more fossil fuels and Dems want more renewable

    • @gottahaveadummy3826
      @gottahaveadummy3826 8 років тому

      yeah, and i would like the dems and repubs to stay out of my business and my wallet.

  • @deanbolden216
    @deanbolden216 9 років тому

    Very impressive entrepreneur! Fantastic marriage of products that have no catches.

  • @pjcrockett3673
    @pjcrockett3673 10 років тому

    I would love to work for Solar City!

  • @pid_zero
    @pid_zero 10 років тому +2

    They need to open a branch here in South Africa. Give back to their home country , this could be a solution to Eskom's load-sheddings.

  • @GeoFry3
    @GeoFry3 8 років тому

    They are down here in Florida now. Essentially you make nothing off the deal. They pocket the Fed credit and then get payments out of you for 20 years that are higher than the electric would be if you just bought it from the power company. What you end up owning is the outdated gear that needs to be replaced by then. (You'll have to replace it with your roof no matter what so you better have a fairly new roof). Not even remotely a good deal. It would be ALOT less expensive for you to buy the panels, inverters, and mounting hardware and then hire a local company to come install the equipment. Better yet do it yourself in a ground or pole mount (then your roof will never be an issue and much easier/safer to install and maintain) and have an electrician come out and bless your work. You'd own it day 1 and would break even around year 10 instead of year 20.

    • @jamesomara8036
      @jamesomara8036 8 років тому

      Actually SolarCity sells their systems as well.

  • @Brad_Jenkins
    @Brad_Jenkins 9 років тому +1

    what if I wanna own my solar panels?

    • @alexrivera5348
      @alexrivera5348 8 років тому

      +Bradley Jenkins can you???

    • @socaldave4227
      @socaldave4227 8 років тому

      Just started the process with solar city with buying it. Zero down. Electric payment goes down ($75 for 1st 18 mo. then goes up but still save 30 a mo. for remaining term) AND get 7k tax credit/rebate. Or roll the 7k back in and it remains $75 savings for full remaining term. NO BRAINER.

    • @gottahaveadummy3826
      @gottahaveadummy3826 8 років тому

      seems like a scam to me. you should be getting all power you need for free. they are getting all the land for their power company (your roof) plus you pay for the power that pays for the solar panels and the people pay for all the kickbacks the gov give you. people need to wake up.

    • @socaldave4227
      @socaldave4227 8 років тому +5

      gotta have a dummy A scam? The fucking electric companies are the scam dumb shit. Buy solar. Have free electricity. Or buy it on a loan and the electricity is free and the payment on the loan is less than average electric payment. Does that make sense?

    • @jamesomara8036
      @jamesomara8036 8 років тому +2

      people need to wake up to how awesome solarcity actually is.

  • @cherishedgail4351
    @cherishedgail4351 10 років тому +2

    I had Solar City install panels on my roof seven months ago and the system is still not up and running they have no explanation as to why in the mean time my electric bill is massive. My roof leaked as soon as the panels were installed and they still have not fixed it.

    • @4ourthofjuly
      @4ourthofjuly 10 років тому +1

      Why would you say that "in the mean time my electric bill is massive"? Why would it be any higher after the install? Can't take this post seriously.

    • @4ourthofjuly
      @4ourthofjuly 10 років тому +1

      Seeing as how you have no other activity on your profile, I have to conclude you're a shill.

    • @cherishedgail4351
      @cherishedgail4351 10 років тому

      4ourthofjuly The panels were installed and turned on but the system was not converted over to Solar therefore increase load to electric panel which leads to higher electric bill. I am a customer of Solar City voicing my experience. I am not the only one, I know others unfortunately. Just keeping it real.

    • @4ourthofjuly
      @4ourthofjuly 10 років тому +2

      So the extra wiring alone drew power for seven months? If you already signed your contract with solar city to buy electric city from them, why would you be the one paying your old electric bill at that point? Still not buying it.

    • @4ourthofjuly
      @4ourthofjuly 10 років тому +3

      Also cant belie e that your profile says you've viewed over 2,000 videos, but all your comments are rants against solar city. Sounds like a shill. How much were you'd supposed to pay them for electricity and how much for the lease?

  • @MADelectriCITY
    @MADelectriCITY 10 років тому +3

    I want a rich mega genius cousin!

  • @nitishkannan6560
    @nitishkannan6560 11 років тому +1

    No catch they sell electricity cheaper

  • @ReliableInsider
    @ReliableInsider 11 років тому +2

    What's not to like! Sign me up.

    • @jakeabassi5337
      @jakeabassi5337 11 років тому

      well if youd like contact me and i can give you a free no obligation energy consultation!! i work for solarcity!!
      message me and ill shoot you my number

  • @claymccormick1203
    @claymccormick1203 6 років тому

    solar cities to add power walls at a great price to the packages in nevada when the solar users in nevada go off grid or build neighborhood installations so no grid link is needed then the power company that won't work with their customers becomes unnecessary and redundant.lets see them make more money in that climate lol..

  • @kiralypeter88
    @kiralypeter88 9 років тому

    Taking your part in creating a better future is all good without a doubt. But I don't buy this "you'll pay less" bullcrap. Can a 10 years old solar city customer convince me it's true?

  • @indokeren3311
    @indokeren3311 9 років тому +3

    Its a trap to lease it. Buy your own Solar panels.

  • @joebassocontinuo6297
    @joebassocontinuo6297 6 років тому +1

    Don't buy on these guys, they are fraud. Buy the system for your self. Aka the Tesla powerwalls plus the solar panels. Mine cost 18k (with everything) and it's mine.

  • @davidlagesse3398
    @davidlagesse3398 10 років тому

    Home Energy Storage www.solarcity.com/residential/energy-storage.aspx
    SolarCity's new battery system can help you keep the lights on and fridge cold during a power outage or natural disaster while potentially saving you even more on your monthly utility bills.
    Our battery systems are currently offered in selected California markets. We hope to offer the service nationwide by the end of the year.
    Compact, Safe and Durable
    SolarCity is making the latest advancements in battery technologies available to you through our partnership with Tesla Motors. Only SolarCity's home backup system uses technology engineered by Tesla, leveraging their expertise in developing battery technologies for premium electric vehicles.
    Tesla's long history of research and development has enabled a cost-effective, wall-mounted storage appliance that is small, powerful and covered by a long lasting full 10 year warranty.
    The actual battery unit is about the size of a solar power inverter, and will be mounted on the wall in your garage or near your electrical panel.
    Be Prepared for Anything
    Your battery system will provide your home with power if the utility grid goes down-such as after an earthquake or other natural disaster. A fully charged battery will power basic home needs for a few days and a solar powered home can recharge the battery from the sun to run indefinitely.*
    *Limiting power use to essential devices such as lights and refrigerator. Not all services available in all regions.
    A fully charged battery provides enough energy for your essential needs during an emergency.
    Run Your Refrigerator-Make sure you don't lose all the food in your fridge during a power outage.
    Charge Your Cell Phone-Stay in touch with loved ones, news, and emergency response when you need it most.
    Provide Basic Light-Not being in the dark can make an emergency situation safer and less stressful.
    Home Security-Ensure any systems protecting your home and property are up and running.
    Reduce Your Electric Bill
    An additional benefit of energy storage is to reduce peak-usage charges on your utility bill. Some utilities offer Time-of-Use (TOU) rate plans in which the price of electricity varies based on the hour of the day. Rates are higher during the afternoon when electric demand is at its "peak" across all utility customers.
    A storage system may help you save more money by drawing power from your battery instead of from the grid during higher rates peak hours. You can then recharge your battery during lower rate, off-peak hours.
    All in the Family: Tesla Battery Packs in SolarCity Backup Systems
    www.plugincars.com/all-family-tesla-battery-packs-solarcity-backup-systems-129025.html
    Tesla's Industrial-Grade Solar Power Storage System
    www.businessweek.com/articles/2013-12-06/teslas-solar-power-storage-unit
    It lets customers go off the grid when utilities charge their highest rates and provides a backup during outages.
    SolarCity is the ONLY solar company that can now offer affordable TESLA battery backup systems.
    With terrorist threats to our electrical grid systems, this is an important development.
    California Electric Grid Attack Was “Terrorism” February 10, 2014
    Will a terrorist with a rifle spark a massive blackout?
    legalinsurrection.com/2014/02/california-electric-grid-attack-was-terrorism/
    California senator pushes utility security bill - KCRA TV
    Sen. Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, announced proposed legislation
    www.kcra.com/politics/california-senator-pushes-utility-security-bill/24908868