Congressional Budget Bill Could Kill Solar Industry in Minnesota Just As It Was Gaining Momentum (an Article from the Star Tribune)

TruNorth Solar CEO Marty Morud worries that without tax credits, his companies and others will not be able to employ as many people. Shown are TruNorth workers putting panels on a house in Golden Valley. (Photo by Glen Stubbe/The Minnesota Star Tribune) By Christopher Vondracek | The Minnesota Star Tribune | May 28, 2025 at […]
Above-Average Linden Hills Home with Below-Average Energy Needs (an Article from the Star Tribune)

A house in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis is unusually sustainable and energy efficient, with a solar-panel system, charging for two electric vehicles, efficient insulation, sustainable materials and a good score on the Home Energy Rating System. (Photo by Spacecrafting) By Katy Read | The Minnesota Star Tribune | May 16, 2025 at […]
Updates! Now’s the Time to Take Advantage of Solar and Storage Incentives

Update as of 5/15/25: Again, there are more possible changes happening with solar incentives. Solar opponents in Congress released a proposed budget that would eliminate the current 30% residential solar tax credit (ITC 25D), effective at the end of this year. While this bill isn’t law yet, and TruNorth Solar is working with our partners […]
Updates! TruNorth Solar Alert: Solar Net Metering is in Jeopardy – We Need Your Voice!

A big THANK YOU to our Solar Advocates! Update from Marty Morud, TruNorth Solar CEO, as of 5/7/25 The Senate has now published its agreement for S.F. 2393, and we successfully advocated for the removal of the proposed net metering changes to rural Minnesota Coops and Municipals. It’s important to remember that H.F. 2442, the […]
TruNorth Solar: Powered by Values, Strengthened by Amicus

At TruNorth Solar, we’re committed to providing our customers with the highest quality solar and storage solutions, and a customer experience that’s second to none. A key part of delivering on that promise is our membership in the Amicus Solar Cooperative. For over a decade, this partnership has allowed us to combine our local expertise […]
Batteries and Time of Day in Solar Installations

When you’re planning your solar energy system, it’s important to understand the relationship between your system’s batteries and the time of day, especially if you want to maximize your energy independence and cost savings. Here’s a closer look at batteries and how the time of day can help you maximize energy and savings. Produce Energy […]
Earn Cash Rewards With TruNorth Solar’s Referral Rewards Program

We’re thrilled to be on this journey toward a sustainable future with you, and we’re dedicated to making sure you have amazing experiences with us every step of the way. And, we have to admit, we couldn’t do it without you! Thanks to you spreading the word about your solar journey, 63% of our new […]
Why Companies Are Turning to Solar Energy

Did you know that Microsoft recently agreed to buy 100 percent of the nuclear power output at Three Mile Island (yes, that Three Mile Island)? The tech giant is making this investment to power its AI ambitions, as AI is an energy-intensive technology. Google and Amazon have announced plans to invest in their own, smaller […]
An Update on Minnesota’s Solar Incentives

Wondering if any new solar incentives have become available to make it easier to afford your new solar energy system? Here’s a look at what is currently available to homeowners in Minnesota and what may be available in 2025 and beyond. Federal Solar Tax Credit As we shared previously, the Inflation Reduction Act extended the […]