Arntjen Solar North America

Highest reliability A typical gas car has 2000 or more moving parts. An electric car has about 20. Electric motors have proven that they can drive a car more ...the 1,600,000km (one million miles!). Electric cars are simply superior in every aspect except price, and that drawback too is also disappearing quickly. Soon, they will be better in all respects. Learn more about EVs at Evsociety.ca

This large 165 kWp project was installed by SolarCrew in 2015 on the roof of the arena at the Caledonia Fairgrounds. In its lifetime, this project has generated over 900 MWh of energy, which has saved 500 tonnes of CO2 emissions. That is the equivalent of planting 11,600 trees or off-setting the emissions of passenger vehicles driving a total of 3 million kilometres! Thank you to the Caledonia Agricultural Society for contributing to lower air pollution levels, which benefits us all.

If your business is looking to attract and retain loyal employees, installing EV charging stations is one way of doing this. Not only are you demonstrating your company's commitment to the environment, you are showing that you support your staff's sustainability efforts. New funding from Natural Resources Canada will cover 50% of total eligible project costs, including up to $5000 per connector for Level 2 charging stations. Registration is Now Open! ... Our experienced team will assist you through every stage of your project, including the program application. Contact us at 519-913-2346 or [email protected] to begin the process.

A study by experts from more than 3 dozen research institutions predicts that sustained greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions could see global sea levels rise nearly 40 cm by 2100. Such an increase would have devastating impact worldwide, including increasing the power of storm surges and exposing coastal regions to repeated and severe flooding. Last year alone, Greenland lost a record 532 billion tonnes of ice, which is the equivalent of 6 Olympic pools of water flowing into the At...lantic every second. Greenland's run-off account for 40% of sea level rise in 2019. Climate change is a serious man-made problem; so we need to be serious about our efforts to change our ways to combat it. Governments need to step up and invest in clean technologies as well as give people incentives to adopt solar and electric vehicles into their lifestyles. Businesses need to ramp up research into improving the efficiency of clean energy technology and drive down the price of these technologies. Most importantly, consumers need to drive the fight against climate change. We need to be advocates and force both governments and corporations to make the environment a priority. If we're not willing to change our own destructive way, the environment will never recover. If we can help you decrease your dependence on fossil fuels, please get in touch. https://www.ctvnews.ca//emissions-may-add-40-cm-to-sea-lev

Organizations like yours are turning to electric vehicles and setting goals to reduce emissions and improve operational fleet efficiency. New funding from Natural Resources Canada will cover 50% of total eligible project costs, including up to $5000 per connector for Level 2 charging stations. In addition to targeting charging for vehicle fleets, this federal funding also targets charging for:... - workplaces; - public places; - on-street; and - multi-unit residential buildings. Registration is Now Open! Our experienced team will assist you through every stage of your project, including the program application. Contact us at 519-913-2346 or [email protected]. #EVcharging #cleanenergy #greenenergy #fleetvehicles #federalfunding

"Now is the moment." - Sir David Attenborough A ban of selling new petrol, diesel or hybrid cars in the UK will be brought forward from 2040 to 2035 at the latest, under new government plans. Could such a ban ever happen in Canada? Tell us your thoughts.... https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-51366123

Our office will be closed on Monday September 7, 2020 for the Labour Day holiday. We will re-open at 8 am on Tuesday September 8th. If you have an emergency while our office is closed, please call our office at 519-913-2346 and follow the instructions.

Our parent company, Arntjen Germany, was founded in 1978 by Gerd Arntjen to supply farm technology for livestock comfort in areas of feeding, watering, cooling, and lighting. Arntjen branched into solar technology in 2002. Arntjen Solar North America was founded in 2008 as part of the Arntjen Group of companies. Since 2008, we have supplied more than 5000 solar systems throughout Ontario and completed multiple large solar installations. With an expansion into Clean Energy, El...ectromobility and Conservation, the company has become known as Arntjen Clean Energy Solutions (ACES). We deliver high quality energy solutions to help our customers find new and better ways to minimize their dependency on fossil fuels. Recently, our German colleague, Dirk Harms, celebrated 35 years of service with Arntjen. In the photo below, Dirk is presented with a certificate by company founder, Gerd Arntjen. Congratulations, Dirk, on your incredible milestone. Thank you for your hard work throughout the years. -- From your colleagues in Canada

Environmentalists want to see the adoption of EVs to help the environment, but have you considered possible repercussions of such wide-scale adoption? As global sales of electric vehicles increase year-over-year, there will be an ever-increasing demand for the raw materials that are used in their production. Looking ahead to 2050, the World Bank predicts that "the production of minerals such as graphite, lithium, and cobalt could increase by nearly 500 percent" to meet the de...mand of new technologies, including EVs. Who is going to supply the raw materials that EVs use much more frequently and in greater quantities than traditional automobiles? To ensure a stable supply of raw materials, carmakers are being urged to invest in mines and buy directly from mineral producers. Forward-thinking Tesla is already considering potential long-term mineral shortages; it recently negotiated a long-term contract with Glencore to ship cobalt to its EV factory in Shanghai. Unless other carmakers begin to think long-term as well, the supply chain may be disrupted significantly as demand for EVs increase. Such disruptions will likely only prolong the use of traditional gas-powered vehicles. https://www.forbes.com//electric-vehicle-sales-are-surgi/

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"The shift to electric vehicles and other low-carbon technologies could disrupt crude oil demand on a similar scale to the coronavirus pandemic." - Mark Little, CEO of Suncor Energy Inc. This is a powerful statement by someone in an industry that typically downplays the impact of clean energy and spreads misinformation to encourage mistrust of green technology. The global economic shutdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 resulted in the demand for fossil fuels dropping by roug...hly 30%. As the economy slowly begins to reopen, we have a unique opportunity to shift our focus from fossil fuels to clean energy as a way to bolster an energy revolution. We encourage you to contact your provincial government to encourage them to use clean energy to fuel a post-pandemic economic recovery. We can also cause a disruption by adopting clean energy into our lives, like buying an electric vehicle or installed a solar PV system. Please contact us if we can help with the disruption! https://reut.rs/3kMRtyU

The future looks bright for solar energy! Literally! In this video, Mike Ferrell looks at some of the breakthroughs that scientists have made in increasing the efficiency of solar panels. While these innovations are currently only in the lab and are not ready for mass-production, they bode well for the future of the industry when they are brought to the market. If youre thinking about installing a solar system and are wondering what technology is currently available in Cana...da, give us a shout at 519-913-2346 or [email protected]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uIOeHCOr-0&feature=youtu.be

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday August 3rd for the Civic Holiday. If you have an emergency while our office is closed, please call our office phone number and follow the instructions. Have a great weekend and stay safe!

The coronavirus seems to be speeding up the death of coal. As businesses shut down to slow the spread of the virus, the demand for electricity fell sharply. Because coal plants often cost more to operate than gas plants or #renewables, many utilities companies cut back on coal power first in response. As a result, the US is on track to produce more electricity this year from renewable power than from coal for the first time in history! Because coal is the dirtiest of the foss...il fuels, its decline has helped drive down the US carbon dioxide emissions 15% since 2005. As the cost of renewables - like wind and solar - continues to decrease, the coal industry will surely be pushed to the brink. As an aside - Ontario closed its last coal plant in 2014, becoming the first region in North America to eliminate its use. In 2018, Canada announced regulations to phase out traditional coal-fired electricity countrywide by 2030. #greenenergy #cleanenergy #renewableenergy https://lnkd.in/ghgS2ZD

EV drivers cite different reasons for getting rid of their gas vehicles and buying an EV: lower operating costs, high resale values, quick and quiet acceleration, and mitigating climate change. How about saving human lives? A recent study by Environmental Defence and the Ontario Public Health Association found that converting all cars and SUVs in the Greater Toronto area into EVs would result in 313 few deaths per year due to air pollution. Thats an estimated social benef...it of $2.4 billion for savings in areas like health care. Health Canada estimates that 14,600 premature deaths per year can be attributed to air pollution, with more than 3000 of them in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA). Transportation-related air pollution is linked to lung cancer, respiratory conditions (like asthma, allergies and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases) and cardiovascular conditions (like angina, heart attack, high blood pressure and stroke). We all need to advocate for clean energy, including EVs and solar panels. Encourage your friends, family, and neighbours to do their part to help the environment and save lives. https://electrek.co//new-study-every-electric-car-brings/

Congratulations ChargePoint! ChargePoint was recently ranked #1 in Guidehouse Insights analysis of 15 major players in EV charging. Companies were evaluated on a variety of criteria related to their strategy and execution, including differentiation, partners, geographic reach, and portfolio. We are proud to be a Premier Partner of ChargePoint. We are an authorized seller and installer of ChargePoint EV chargers in Canada.... https://www.businessinsider.com/chargerpoint-and-other-ev-c

AAA recently did a survey of EV owners, with some interesting results. Here are some highlights of the results: - 96% said they would buy or lease another EV; - Range anxiety decreased or disappeared for 77% of new EV owners; 70% stopped worrying about charging station accessibility; - 43% now drive more in their EVs than they previously did in gasoline cars;... - 78% still have a gasoline car in their household, but report doing the majority of their driving (87%) in their EV; - 95% of EV owners said they have never run out of charge; - 75% of charging is done at home; 12% is done at public charging stations; 10% is done at work. While people may have concerns before buying an electric vehicle - including insufficient range and the availability of charging stations - these concerns seem to disappear with the experience of owning and driving an EV. https://www.digitaltrends.com//electric-car-and-gasoline-/

We are so fortunate to live in Canada where we have an abundance of clean water and scenic landscapes. Preserving the environment is why we work every day to help people make the switch to green energy such as electric vehicles and solar panels. But even we need to take a break to spend with our loved ones. Our office will be open on Wednesday July 1st, but will be closed on Friday July 3rd so that we can celebrate Canada Day with a long weekend. Happy Canada Day! Remember to follow COVID-19 rules to stay safe.

Weve had several people ask us if we think the lower gas prices will slow the sales of electric vehicles in Canada. Its important to remember that the slump in oil and gas prices is a short-term situation; prices wont stay low in the long run. As the economy ramps back up, the demand for oil will increase, stored amounts of oil will decrease, and its price will rise. Currently, the pandemic is disrupting all vehicle sales worldwide, including EVs, as people self-isol...ate and face financial uncertainty. However, as businesses re-open and people return to work, vehicle sales will begin to improve. And we expect EV sales to pick up right where they left off prior to the pandemic, particularly as people realize how much improved air quality was globally during the economic shutdown. Perhaps more importantly, there will always be people who are motivated by a desire to help the environment by reducing their carbon emissions. They will buy an EV regardless of gas prices. #electricvehicles #EVs #cleanenergy #greenenergy Heres an interesting article that you might enjoy. https://electrek.co//lower-oil-prices-wont-stop-massive-s/

Want to know why we want to change the world through clean energy like electric vehicles and solar systems? For this little guy. Thanks to our accounting manager, Nathan, and his wife, Lauren, for bringing in one-month old Alexander to visit. And keeping us inspired to do our part for the environment.

Despite the current gloomy climate, is there a silver lining in the COVID-19 shutdowns? The global population is taking a forced paused from daily life and the disruption of the status quo is showcasing potential benefits of a zero-emission society, including a significant reduction in air pollution levels. In China alone, it is estimated that over 52,000 lives may be saved this year due to a fall in air pollution from COVID-19 lockdowns. As advocates for alternative clean en...ergy, including electric vehicles, we encourage you to contact your provincial government to encourage them to focus on climate protection while planning for post-pandemic economic recovery. https://electricautonomy.ca//covid-19-could-spark-new-opp/

There is a lot of misinformation out there about electric vehicles. Much of it is generated by the oil and automotive ndustries in an attempt to protect harmful business models which damage the planet and our health. Lets bust those myths and lies. Like and share to spread the truth about EVs. https://www.forbes.com//electric-vehicles-and-disinforma/

Our office will be closed on Monday May 18, 2020 for Victoria Day . We will re-open on May 19th at 8 am. If you are out and about this long weekend, please remember to physically distance and wash your hands frequently. Stay safe. Be kind to others. Thank a front-line worker . Stay strong; we are all in this together.

Hey Property Managers and Owners: Incease your property value by installing EV charging stations for your tenants. You can currently take advantage of government funding to install the charers. Application deadline is June 11, 2020. If you have any questions or want to schedule a free, no obligation site assessment, call 519-913-2346 or email [email protected].

There are many benefits for workplaces to install EV chargers for their employees. And right now, you can qualify for government funding to install them. Please contact us for more information or to get the process started with a site assessment.

For the first time, the number of EV charging stations in Britain outnumber gas stations -- about 9300 public charging stations compared to 8400 gas stations . How does North America compare? According to the 2018 National Retail Petroleum Site Census, there are 11,929 gas stations in Canada versus roughly 6000 EV charging stations (found mainly in BC, Ontario, and Quebec) -- a 2-to-1 ratio. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that there are 168,000 gas st...ations in the US, compared to 22,048 charging stations. Thats a dreadful 7-to-1 ratio. https://www.greencarreports.com//1124595_charging-stations

Today is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. There are some compelling reasons for reducing our dependence on fossil fuels, including climate change and the reduction of greenhouse gases. Protecting our health should be one of the main reasons. Researchers from the University of British Columbia have found that people living less than 50 metres from a major road or less than 150 metres from a highway face a higher risk of developing dementia, Parkinsons, Alzheimers, and MS.... https://www.med.ubc.ca//living-near-major-roads-linked-to/

In order to do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19, our business remains closed at the directive of the Government of Ontario. We take the safety of our community seriously. However, if you have an urgent matter, please call our office phone number for instructions. Please continue to stay safe in this difficult time.

We care about the health and safety of our community. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, we have made the decision to follow the directive of the Government of Ontario to close our business for a two-week period, beginning on Wednesday March 25, 2020. Its the responsible thing to do. However, if you have an urgent matter regarding your Solar PV system, please call our office phone number for instructions. Please stay safe in this difficult time.

The city of Toronto is making a major commitment to going electric. City council recently voted to introduce an electric vehicle strategy for the city that will make all forms of transportation electric by 2050. Can a city of 2.8 million people actually go electric in transportation? Only time will tell, of course. But we applaud Toronto for having such a lofty vision and setting the long- and short-term goals that will push it along the right path to reducing its greenh...ouse gas emissions. More large cities need to follow Torontos example. https://mobilesyrup.com//toronto-make-vehicles-electric-2/

New EV Charging Incentives from Natural Resources Canada! The new Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) will cover the following: - 50% of total eligible costs... - up to $5000 per connector for Level 2 charging stations - up to $50,000 for 50kW+ DC Fast charging stations. ZEVIP funding is targeting EV charging in: - workplaces - multi-unit residential buildings, such as condos and apartments - light-duty vehicle fleets, including taxi companies or municipal vehicle fleets. Regardless of your organization, ChargerCrew can help! Our team will assist you through each stage of your project, from the program application through construction, operations, and future maintenance. Contact us today to get the process started. Call us at 519-913-2346 or email at [email protected] . Take Charge!

Another cold Canadian winter is here! Did you consider getting an electric vehicle, but decided against it because of our winters? It is true that winter weather and cold temperatures can reduce the range of your EV, but there are some some tricks that can help you recover some of that lost range. https://insideevs.com//3785/cold-winter-electric-car-tips/

Kudos to Plug n Drive, a non-profit organization that advocates for the adoption of electric mobility options. In April 2019, it launched an incentive program for people wanting to purchase a used electric car. To date, over 300 people have switched to an EV through the program. On February 1, 2020, Plug n Drive launches the new Scrappage Incentive Program which will offer $1000 to car owners to switch to a used EV while removing their gas-powered vehicle from the ro...ad. With both programs, drivers can reduce the upfront purchase cost of their used EV by $2000. For more information about the new Scrappage Incentive program, please visit: https://www.plugndrive.ca/used-electric-vehicles-scrappage/

Considering solar panels, but worried about performance in our cold and snowy winters? Research shows that solar panels can still successfully generate electricity in snowy and harsh conditions. Light snow has little impact because it slides or blows off easily. The accumulation of heavy snow can limit the amount of energy produced by solar panels, but once it begins to shift, power generation begins again. Still have questions? Contact us below or call us at 519-913-2346 and speak with one of our technicians.

Our office will be closed from Dec 23, 2019 to Jan 3, 2020. We will reopen on Monday Jan 6, 2020 at 8 am Eastern time. Have a wonderful and safe holiday season!

Cyber Monday Special Thinking about upgrading your EV Home Charger or purchasing an electric vehicle in the future? Receive a FREE Google NEST Hub with ever...y ChargePoint EV Charger purchased from our website (while quantities last). The new ChargePoint Home Flex charger is currently the best EV charger on the market. It is fast, flexible, and can charge any EV model with the J1772 connector, including Teslas. - Up to 9 times faster than the standard 110V wall outlet charger. - Selectable amperage and charging speed, from 16 to 50 amps. You can save money on electrical upgrades by picking the top charging speed that works with your current setup, while allowing for faster charging in the future. - Use the ChargePoint app to schedule charging when electricity is cheaper, set reminders, track all of your home and public charging, and more. Buy your new ChargePoint today at www.chargercrew.ca

In a report just released today by UN-agency World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the levels of heat-trapping greenhouse gases in the Earths atmosphere reached record levels in 2018. The WMO measures the atmospheric concentration of the gas responsible for global warming, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane, and nitrous oxide, rather than solely focusing on carbon emissions. The WMO report says there "is no sign of a slowdown, let alone a decline, in the greenhouse g...ases concentration in the atmosphere..." Doing things like recycling is a great start to helping the environment, but we all need to do more. What can you do to help? Here are some suggestions: - Set personal goals for reducing your environmental impact. Get an electric vehicle and/or install solar panels to save on electricity costs. - If you live in a province that does not have an incentive program for buying EVs over internal combustion engines (ICE), contact your provincial government to encourage them to offer such a program. - If you live in an apartment building or condo, ask your building owner or condo board to install EV chargers to encourage residents to buy an EV. Solar panels could also be installed to help electricity costs for residents. - Encourage your employer to become more sustainable by installing an EV charging station or solar panels. If an employee has a place to plug in their EV during the day, they will be more likely to drive it to work. As well, more employees will be encouraged to buy an EV if they know they have a place to charge during the day. What other suggestions do you have for reducing greenhouse gases? Lets start a conversation and encourage everyone to lower their carbon footprint. Our planet (and our existence) depends on it! https://www.upi.com//WMO-study-Greenhouse-/3641574683883/

Are you tired yet of high electricity rates? Because if you live in Ontario, your rates just went up again! As of November 1, 2019: Off-Peak Rate - ... Old Price, incl. old bill relief - 6.5 cents / kWh; New Price, excl. new bill relief - 10.1 cents / kWh; Increase of 55% Mid-Peak - Old Price, incl. old bill relief - 9.4 cents / kWh; New Price, excl. new bill relief - 14.4 cents / kWh; Increase of 53% On-Peak - Old Price, incl. old bill relief - 13.4 cents / kWh; New Price, excl. new bill relief - 20.8 cents / kWh; Increase of 55% The Ontario government has introduced an expanded rebate which increases your electricity bill to a net of 1.8%, or approximately $2.00 per month for a typical residential customer who uses 700 kilowatt hours a month. This may not seem like a lot of money, but as the weather gets colder, many people could end up paying far more than an extra $2.00 a month. Maybe its time to take a closer look at solar energy! Would you like us to do a cost analysis for you?