Solar & Storage Blog
CES blogs about solar & storage news, O&M, and other company updates
The NFPA 70B Experts at CES O&M Protect Your Assets
NFPA 70B, the Standard Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance includes major updates for 2023. Previously “recommended” practices have become “required”. This is limited to oversight by AHJs for now, but the writing is on the wall. The new requirements will be...
Spring into Summer Solar Maintenance Checklist!
Maximize Productivity! High production season has arrived! An annual preventative inspection ensures your solar system is living up to its potential. Our expert technicians prevent reduced energy generation every day. Are you ready to harness the sun for optimal...
Harnessing the Power of Remote Monitoring for Solar and Energy Storage Systems
Remote Monitoring Maximizes Results Continental Energy Solution’s monitoring group provides real time analysis and alert monitoring to offer predictive and reactive responses to maintain your UP TIME. Our field service group relies on remote monitoring for reviewing...
Solar and Battery Incentives for Illinois’ Businesses
Legislation at both the State and Federal level has put Illinois at the forefront of the renewable markets in the US. Incentives and favorable tax credits for commercial solar and large-scale energy storage are assisting in getting these projects approved from the...
Power on Productivity in 3 Steps!
Ensure ROI and prevent unplanned repair costs and production losses with our expert O&M services. Commit to proactive solar maintenance with a 3-step plan for increased productivity in 2023 and beyond. 1. Start with a Solar Analysis Let the experts at CES...
Solar Operations & Maintenance Plans for the New Year
The New Year is a great time for fresh starts, organizing, and planning for the future. Here we review the key aspects that are crucial to managing any Solar O&M program and how CES can help. Tips and best practices to manage your program System Knowledge...
Continental Energy Solutions’ Brand New Look
We’ve updated our logo! We’re proud to announce the launch of our new company logo as part of our continued growth and pursuit of innovation. The logo reflects who Continental Energy Solutions is today and our forward trajectory towards the future and expansion. After...
Solar Sightings – 3rd Party Inspection Discovers Major Danger
Our series "Solar Sightings" gives a behind the scenes look by highlighting case studies from the field. Solar Technician's Log 2022-04 SITE DESCRIPTION: 1.165 MWDC, Ground Mount REGION: Midwest FIELD FINDING: Improper wire SOLUTION: Replacement of all DC...
Solar Fire Safety and Peace of Mind
October is National Fire Prevention Month. Through raising awareness and education, we promote solar fire safety as a priority to be taken seriously with simple planning and prevention methods. Fire safety is an earnest concern in the home. We equip ourselves with...