Behind the Numbers: Rachel Su’s Impact at Mission Solar

Rachel Su, Plant Controller

This month, we are excited to introduce one of Mission Solar’s longest-tenured employees! For more than 12 years, Rachel Su has managed Mission Solar Energy’s company’s financial operations, keeping us strong, efficient, and ready to power the future with solar energy.  Originally from Guangzhou, China, Rachel has lived in San Antonio for the past 23 […]

How to Safely Clean Your Solar Panels for Maximum Efficiency

Cleaning Solar Panel

Solar panels are built to endure various weather conditions, but over time, accumulations of dirt, dust, bird droppings, and other debris can diminish their efficiency in generating electricity. Regular cleaning is a straightforward yet crucial task to maximize your system’s energy production. Here’s a guide to cleaning them safely and effectively.   How Often Should You […]

How Solar Energy Helps Businesses Beat Peak Summer Demand

Peak Summer Demand

As summer temperatures rise, businesses see their energy costs soar. Air conditioners and cooling systems work overtime, driving up electricity use and triggering expensive demand charges—fees based on the highest power usage in a billing cycle. These charges can make up 30% to 70% of a commercial electricity bill, making summer a costly season for […]

Powering Space Innovation: Mission Solar at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center

Marshall space flight center solar

Mission Solar Energy and Hannah Solar Government Services teamed up to bring solar energy solutions to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Their collaboration delivered a cutting-edge 120-kilowatt solar array, helping reduce the facility’s carbon footprint and advancing NASA’s commitment to sustainable energy. The solar array is composed of more than 370 high-performance […]

Clean Energy, Clean Install: Mission Solar Powers a Santa Rosa Home

Santa Rosa Solar

This Santa Rosa, California home generates clean, reliable renewable energy with an 8.2kW solar system featuring 20 high-efficiency 410W Mission Solar panels, all while maintaining a sleek, seamless design. This project was made possible through CED Greentech Santa Rosa, a trusted distributor known for supplying high-quality solar equipment, and First Response Solar, a locally respected […]

Making an Impact: Mauricio Ochoa Earns 40 Under 40 Recognition

Mauricio Ochoa, VP of Plant Operations at Mission Solar Energy, honored in San Antonio 40 Under 40 awards

Mission Solar’s Mauricio Ochoa Recognized as a San Antonio 40 Under 40 Honoree At Mission Solar Energy, we take pride in recognizing the outstanding individuals who drive our success, and this month, we’re celebrating a remarkable achievement—our very own Mauricio Ochoa, Vice President of Plant Operations, has been named a San Antonio Business Journal 40 […]

How Mission Solar Panels Reduce Solar Panel Installation Costs

Mission Solar Panel

When it comes to residential solar, choosing the right panel isn’t just about power output or efficiency—it’s also about how the solar panel’s design impacts installation cost and time. One of the often-overlooked features that can make a huge difference in solar panel installation costs is the frame design. Mission Solar Energy panels are built […]

How American-Manufactured Solar Can Help Your Customers Achieve ESG Success

ESG Success

As developers pitching renewable energy projects to businesses, you know that aligning with your customers’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals can be a powerful selling point. Companies are eager to adopt sustainable practices, and American-manufactured solar panels offer a compelling solution to help meet these objectives. Here’s how focusing on domestic solar manufacturing can […]

Bringing Solar Home: Residential Spotlight in Lake Kiowa, TX

Residential solar panels on top of a home roof.

Nestled in the serene and picturesque community of Lake Kiowa, TX, one exceptional home is paving the way for sustainability with a cutting-edge 10.5 kW solar system. Installed by the skilled team at Texas Best Solar, this residential spotlight project stands as a beacon of what’s possible when homeowners prioritize renewable energy. This system exemplifies […]

Shining Bright at Ford Field: Solar Power and Football Unite

Ford Field

As football fans across the nation gear up for the playoffs, Mission Solar Energy is excited to shine a spotlight on a project that perfectly combines the energy of the game with the power of renewable energy: the solar installations at Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions. Completed in 2018 in partnership with Power […]