Sugar Hollow Solar is expanding its community impact by partnering with Earthshine Nature Programs in 2025 to promote renewable energy and environmental education. Inspired by Hurricane Helene's devastation, they launched the Repower WNC Fund, supporting Earthshine's ENCAP initiative, which uses solar-powered vehicles and repurposed EV batteries to provide disaster relief, community support, and sustainability education. The fund also backs solar projects for nonprofits and collaborates with the Amicus Solar Cooperative for broader impact. Through donations and merchandise sales, Sugar Hollow empowers communities and fosters resilience across Western North Carolina.

When changes were made to the net metering rate for homeowners and businesses with solar systems, there was a substantial impact on the solar industry. Sugar Hollow Solar adapted in collaboration with a number of other solar companies across North Carolina, and we were able to help negotiate a transition from the initial net metering decision to a more favorable outcome for all current and future solar customers. 

Discover the benefits of switching to electric yard tools and how pairing them with solar power can save you money while reducing your carbon footprint. Learn why now is the ideal time to make the switch for a quieter, more sustainable home.

Learn what battery backup solution fits your home’s energy needs. At Sugar Hollow Solar we offer three leading brands of battery backup to customers looking for solar and battery backup. From critical load preparedness to whole home backup, we can help you find the battery backup solution that works well for you.

"Getting to the Root of the Problem: A Guide to Invasive Plant Species" delves into the often-overlooked threat posed by invasive plants to our ecosystems. Through a partnership with MountainTrue, Sugar Hollow Solar presents a comprehensive exploration of common invasive species in Western North Carolina. From the aggressive Oriental Bittersweet to the thorny Multiflora Rose and pervasive Japanese Honeysuckle, readers gain insights into identification, removal techniques, and native alternatives. The blog emphasizes the importance of ecological restoration and offers practical steps for readers to take action in preserving local flora.

How does a solar panel work? What is home battery backup? What is the best direction for a solar panel to face in NC? We answer these questions and and many more in our Solar School blog.

At Sugar Hollow Solar, we view the transition to renewable energy as a dual commitment to both environmental sustainability and social equity.