Snake River Brewing Solar Array – 7 Years Later

Visiting Snake River Brewing was a total joy. Their efficiency with their brewing process makes it easy to see how solar helps to offset the energy needed to make such great beer. This installation, completed in 2015, works to produce 14.6 Kilowatts annually. That is 10.5 metric tons of Carbon Dioxide each year! Based out…

Solar Installation Spotlight: 22 Designs

I was thrilled to visit 22 Designs to see the impressive manufacturing they are doing there. It couldn’t have been a clearer day in Driggs, Idaho, providing the optimal amount of sun exposure to a fully functioning system. In addition to performing perfectly, it looks beautiful with it’s sleek jet-black panels. Thank you to 22 Designs for…

Patagonia Outlet Rooftop Solar Array – 8 Years Later

In 2014, Creative Energies installed commercial solar on the west roof of the Patagonia outlet store in Sugarhouse, Utah. In 2022, we thought it was time to revisit one of our favorite commercial solar projects, fly our drone, and get an up-close view to see how the panels were doing.   Even after eight years,…

March is B Corp Month – Let’s Go Behind the B

What Does It Mean to be a B Corp? Certified B Corporations (B Corps) are for-profit companies that use the power of business to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy. To become a B Corp, companies go through a rigorous application process and B Impact Assessment to determine if they meet the minimum requirements.…

Solar Battery Backup VS Generators

Tesla Powerwall Solar Battery Backup Backup power supply for your home or business provides the confidence and assurance that you can weather any setback. Whether it is an unexpected grid outage or simply wanting full control over your energy supply, power backup grants you the energy independence to determine how and when you utilize electricity.…

Recycling at Creative Energies

Teton County Recycling Array As a certified Benefit Corporation (B-Corp), Creative Energies is always trying to find ways to improve as a business. As we like to say, we strive for progress, not perfection because there is always room to be and do better. Whether it is continually honing our craft, growing and expanding our employee…

Solar Electric Vehicle Charging

If you own an electric vehicle (EV) or plan on purchasing one, it is a good idea to factor in the anticipated electricity requirement for an EV charger when you are in the design stages for your solar system. Accounting for an EV’s energy usage ensures your solar system is designed optimally to meet all…

2020 #SolarForGood Highlights

As 2020 comes to a close, we know you faced unique challenges this year and we hope solar made things a little bit brighter! Creative Energies customers and community continue to inspire us. From individuals pursuing investments for future generations to towns moving ahead of their states with carbon-neutral goals, you helped us make a…