Greenway Blog
Your go-to resource for the latest insights, trends, and news in renewable energy and sustainable living.
Residential Solar
Planning Your Solar-Ready Home: Top 5 Things to Consider for Solar in New Construction
Planning on building a new home? Learn how to design a solar-ready house with expert tips from Greenway Solar. From roof orientation to energy efficiency, start building a sustainable future today.
Residential Solar
Moving into the Future: Top 5 Things to Consider for Solar on Existing Homes
Thinking about switching to solar? Explore our guide on the 5 key things to consider before installing solar on your current home, from roof condition to financial readiness. At Greenway, we believe in honest and transparent advice, helping you make a confident and informed decision.
Company
Why Choose Greenway?
Discover why Greenway Solar is the trusted choice in the Midwest for solar solutions. As the leading Tesla Solar Roof certified partner with over a decade of solar experience, we offer expert advice, accurate and honest analysis, and an unmatched commitment to premium customer service.
Client Spotlight Series
Joe Deden, Part 2
In Part Two of our Client Spotlight Series, discover how Joe and Mary turned their dream of a “Forever Home” into a reality with Greenway Solar and Tesla Solar Roof shingles. Their journey highlights the power of a shared vision, teamwork, and trust.
Client Spotlight Series
Joe Deden, Part 1
In Part One of our Client Spotlight Series Greenway Solar showcases Joe Deden’s lifelong dedication to sustainability. Discover his "Forever Home" in Lanesboro, Minnesota, and how his visionary work at Eagle Bluff inspires environmental stewardship and renewable energy practices.
Solar Technology
Cherrico Pottery Goes Solar: A Bright Future with Tesla Solar Roof
Cherrico Pottery’s journey toward sustainability exemplifies how artistry and innovation can harmoniously coexist with environmental consciousness.
Residential Solar
“Forever Home”: A Sustainable Oasis in Lanesboro, Minnesota
“Discover ‘Forever Home,’ an eco-friendly oasis in Lanesboro, Minnesota. Designed by Greenway Solar and powered by a 32 kW Tesla Solar Roof system, this Amish-built home exemplifies sustainable living. With advanced energy management, a Tesla Powerwall, and surplus energy production, it sets new standards for efficiency and abundance. Join Joe Deden and Mary Bell on their journey toward a greener future.”
Company
Meet the Greenway Team: Bryce Armbruster
Bryce Armbruster has been working with Greenway Solar since 2020 and his mission is to help clients understand the best solar energy solutions available and fulfill their dreams of owning a Tesla Solar Roof. He’s proud of the role he plays in enabling customers to build their sustainable energy futures. In this interview, get to know Bryce, learn about his commitment to clients, his favorite places in MN, and bucket list dreams!
Solar Technology
SPAN Panel, One Small Switch to SPAN, One Giant Leap for Mankind: Understanding the SPAN Panel
Getting a huge electricity bill in the mail with little or no explanation can be frustrating. We are often left with questions about why it’s so expensive or what is using so much electricity in the house. With a traditional electrical panel, you won’t get these answers, but The SPAN panel is here to help. Installing the SPAN Panel can help you say goodbye to outdated methods of powering a home and take control over every detail of your usage.
Tax Credit
The Federal Solar Tax Credit, Give Me a (Tax) Break!: Explaining the Federal Solar Tax Credit
Have you been waiting for a good time to switch to solar energy? There may be no better time than now. Not only will the switch save you money on each energy bill, the government will also reward you for installing new solar panels.
Solar Technology
Solar Panels Explained/How a Solar Panel Works (Basic), Shedding some light on Solar Panels
With so many incentives and credits out there, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more and more solar panels pop-up on rooftops as you take a stroll through your neighborhood or drive down the freeway. We’re seeing huge solar arrays installed on farmland and small arrays added to the top of rvs and campervans. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported a 34% increase in residential solar installs from 2020 to 2021. The recent Federal Solar Tax Credit increase to 30% means we are likely to see more significant increases in installations in the coming years. The financial benefits, along with the fact that solar is a clean renewable energy, help make the decision to add solar to your home a whole lot easier. The problem is many homeowners still don’t really understand what they’re buying. They want to know how the solar works and what it means to purchase a solar system for their home.
Solar Technology
Analyzing Agrivoltaics, The Future of Farming
If the United States is serious about reaching its goal of a net-zero emissions economy by 2050, we’re going to need a lot of solar panels. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, ground-based solar will need 0.5% of the land in the contiguous U.S. to reach that goal. Realistically, strictly putting solar panels on businesses and houses isn’t enough to satisfy the 0.5% land requirement.