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Green Contest Winner…The Komar’s Impact

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

So-Cal Solar Inc. ran a contest last month on how green are you. After many entries we are happy to announce Nick and Brooke Komar as our winners. This couple really has made saving our planet a priority in their household and together their contributions make a positive impact on our environment. Below is their story on how they work together to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Reduce: For the past 6 years I’ve been reducing the amount of plastic bags in our landfills by shopping with fabric grocery bags. If I forget them in the car, I ask the grocer to put my cart aside and I run and grab them (they’re only 50 feet away! no biggie!); at malls I reduce shopping bags by asking subsequent stores to place their merchandise in my initial bag; I do all my shopping on one day to reduce emissions; we keep our A/C and heat as low as possible and just put on or take off layers to regulate our temperature; recently I’ve learned my hubby limits himself to just a few squares of toilet paper per bathroom pit stop!

Reuse: I’ve always been a fan of reconstituting items. As an artist, I will repurpose objects and make them into new things (clothing into a purse, curtains into a canvas, wine corks into a trivet); our wedding day was even green! Our e-vites/RSVP were virtual & I went to antique stores to purchase the centerpieces (candelabra’s) and have used them to decorate our home since then. My wedding dress will be re-worn by a friend and then I’m having it turned into a quilt!

Recycle: I began recycling in 4th grade after I completed a school project on ozone layer depletion and greenhouse gases. It impacted me greatly. I thought I wouldn’t live to see my 18th birthday because of pollution! Thankfully I am still here, and our earth is here too! But that made a big impact on how I live my life. My husband and I thankfully now live in a town/city that encourages living green! Plano, TX accepts all plastics, papers, glass, and metal and they collect them at our doorstep biweekly! However, before that, I lived in Germany (where they enforced recycling) and in Indiana where I would have to take separate recyclables myself and then transport them in my car to the local recycling plant. “

We are so thankful for all the submissions we received and loved hearing how so many of you out there are making your own environmental impact. We would also like to thank Homeology for their generous product donation to our lucky winner. To learn more about the product the Komar’s won please visit www.mygc.com/Lamonica.
Each of us can do a little something to extend the life of our planet! Something simple can help in a huge way so start reducing, reusing and recycling in your life.

Lights Out…For Earth Hour

Thursday, March 11th, 2010



3 years ago, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) created Earth Hour to bring climate change awareness on a global level. Their message sent strong waves to everyone as many iconic landmarks, government buildings, offices and homes have become strong participants in Earth Hour.

Earth Hour was created to accomplish one very simple and easy task, have participants turn off their electricity for one hour to show their support for making the future or our planet a brighter one. This year Earth Hour falls on March 27, 2010 at 8:30 p.m. local time and already has received support from 656 cities, towns and municipalities in 80 countries across every continent.

“Earth Hour is inspiring millions of people all around the world to join together and show their concern for the future of our planet,” said Leslie Aun, WWF’s vice president for public relations and the managing director for Earth Hour U.S. 2010. “Here in the U.S., Earth Hour sends a message that Americans are ready to turn out the lights on pollution and climate change and make the switch to energy independence and efficiency.”

If huge iconic landmarks such as the Las Vegas strip, Mount Rushmore, Grand Palace in Bangkok, London Eye and Table Mountain in Cape Town can go into total darkness for one complete hour than so can we. I encourage every single So-Cal Solar Inc. reader to spread the message about Earth Hour and start turning the lights out by the neighborhoods.

Catch Us on Twitter and Facebook

Monday, March 1st, 2010

We want to hear from our readers, connect with our readers and most importantly bring green awareness to our readers. To keep track of So-Cal Solar Inc. on a daily basis please follow us on twitter at http://twitter.com/SoCalSolar and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Huntington-Beach-CA/So-Cal-Solar-Inc/178180888471?ref=ts. Help us by growing in solar awareness and join us. We look forward to tweeting and connecting with you.

Orange County We’re Here!

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

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We are expanding and proud of it! So-Cal Solar Inc. is announcing that we have opened up another office located in Huntington Beach, CA, in Orange County. We are excited to become a part of Orange County and help homeowners and businesses reduce their carbon footprint by becoming energy independent.

So-Cal Solar Inc. specializes in solar electric systems for residential and commercial needs. We have been in business for over a decade and have remained at the forefront of this rapidly growing industry.

With our expansion of the new office we are committed to bringing solar awareness throughout Orange County and Southern California. Together we can make Orange County a huge contributor to California’s renewable energy goal set forth by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Please feel free to contact us for a free solar evaluation (http://www.socalsolarinc.com/free-solar-evaluation/).

Customer Service Ranks High in the Solar Game

Friday, February 6th, 2009

“Competition is fierce as the solar industry grows, however it’s top notch personal service keeping So-Cal Solar Inc. at the peak of their game.

How many companies can make the claim that their employees receive invitations to their clients birthday parties, summer bar-b-ques or anniversary celebrations? Despite the economic crisis the country faces, So-Cal Solar Inc. continues to thrive and flourish solely, not just on their dedication and commitment to outstanding customer service, but by going beyond and creating personal connections with their clients.

With more state rebates and federal tax credits to entice people to go green, buying a solar electric system, for most people, is still a lifestyle choice. Whether it’s for a home or a business, this person has an interest in creating clean energy. They want to save money on electricity bills and help preserve our earths’ natural resources. They are professional, conscious individuals that care deeply about the planet. And as the solar trend continues to grow, these consumers are responding to the companies with the same consciousness that follow through with their integrity and values in all the services they provide.

For more than a decade, So-Cal Solar Inc. has been at the forefront of the solar industry as the leading provider of complete electric solar systems for residential and commercial properties throughout all of Southern California, San Diego to Santa Barbara. There is no doubt that as the green living industry continues to explode, and more players enter the solar field, it’s the companies with a competitive and customized strategy that are rapidly flourishing and coming out winners.

Xiomara Roman-Torres, Sales & Marketing Director, comments, “We pride ourselves on our personalized service. From the first time we enter a clients home during our free solar energy evaluation, they feel very confident and secure.” One of So-Cal Solar’s main priorities is being of service to their customers by fueling them with as much knowledge on solar electric in a simple, user-friendly way. Roman continues, “With all the varied information out there, from technical websites to consumer blogs, we want our clients to feel comfortable knowing they are choosing the best solar solution that fits their needs. We break it down for them and give them honest, concrete solutions.”

So-Cal Solar goes beyond just system installation, they are full service company that handles everything from securing a clients financing to completing all of the rebate paper work on their behalf. That’s just another demonstration of the personalized service embedded in their strategy keeping them at the pinnacle of success.