Small Planet Energy Inc.

06/10/2026

☀️ What a beautiful day to go solar!
Our crew is loaded up and on the road, ready to make another customer’s solar dreams come true. 🙌
This project is extra exciting—our customer started with a 6 kW system and, when the timing and budget were right, decided to expand with an additional 7 kW. By the end of this installation, they’ll be producing 122% of their annual power from solar. Now that’s energy independence! 🔋⚡
Ready to see what solar can do for your home or business?
📞 Give us a call today: 250-202-7446

06/09/2026

⭐ TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY ⭐

"We love the system and recommend Small Planet Energy without reservation." — Dan, Campbell River

Dan's new solar system is expected to generate 15,465 kWh of clean energy every year and offset 106% of his family's annual electricity use. ☀️⚡

We're incredibly grateful for the trust Dan and his family placed in our team.

Thinking about solar for your home, farm, or business? Don't just take our word for it—check out our 70+ local Google reviews, customer testimonials, and video success stories on our website to hear directly from Vancouver Island homeowners and business owners who have made the switch.

📞 Ready to see what's possible? Contact Small Planet Energy for a free solar assessment today.

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06/08/2026

"Solar doesn't work in the rain."

If we had a dollar for every time we've heard that one, we'd have enough for a few extra solar panels! 😄

Living on Vancouver Island, we know a thing or two about clouds, rain, and grey skies. Yet thousands of solar systems across BC continue generating clean electricity every single day—even when the sun isn't shining directly.

In today's Myth-Busting Monday video, we're tackling one of the most common misconceptions about solar energy and explaining why solar panels are powered by daylight, not just bright sunshine.

The reality is that many North Vancouver Island homeowners are offsetting most—or even all—of their annual electricity use with solar, despite our rainy winters. That's because solar production is measured over the entire year, and our long spring and summer days help make up for the cloudier months.

🎥 Watch the video below to see why solar keeps working even when the weather doesn't cooperate.

And now we'd love to hear from you:

❓ What's the biggest solar myth you've heard?
❓ Is there a solar question you've always wondered about?

Drop it in the comments and it might become a future Myth-Busting Monday video!

06/02/2026

🔎 Happy Myth-Busting Monday: Solar Is Just a Guessing Game

MYTH: Nobody really knows how much power a solar system will produce.

FACT: Solar is one of the most measurable and predictable technologies available today.

Before a single panel is installed, we can calculate:
☀️ How many solar panels your home needs
☀️ How much electricity your system is expected to produce
☀️ Your estimated annual energy offset
☀️ Your projected savings
☀️ Your expected BC Hydro solar rebate amount ($5,000–$10,000)

For many BC homeowners, a typical 20-panel solar system can offset 100% of their annual electricity usage.

And once your system is installed, the guessing stops completely.

With modern solar monitoring apps, you can track your system's performance in real time:
📱 Hourly, daily, monthly, and yearly production
📱 Your home's energy consumption
📱 Power being exported back to the BC Hydro grid
📱 System health and performance data

In fact, many of our customers are currently producing 3 to 4 times more electricity than they're consuming on sunny spring and summer days!

One of the most rewarding parts of going solar is watching your system do exactly what it was designed to do—quietly generating clean energy and reducing your Hydro bills for decades to come.

Solar isn't a guessing game.

It's predictable, measurable technology backed by real numbers and real-time data.

📞 Curious what solar could do for your home or business? Give us a call Small Planet Energy 250-202-7446, for a free solar estimate today.

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05/30/2026

Are you ready to see what solar can do for your home or office?
Give us a call today! 250-202-7446.

05/25/2026

☀️💥 MYTH-BUSTING MONDAY 💥☀️

Myth: “Going solar is complicated, messy, and stressful.”

Reality? With the right team, solar can be a smooth, organized, and exciting process from start to finish. 🙌

At Small Planet Energy, we’ve developed a simple step-by-step system that takes the stress and guesswork out of going solar:

✅ Free preliminary solar estimate
✅ Free on-site assessment
✅ Custom system design for your property
✅ Electrical permit handling & BC Hydro rebate applications
✅ Professional installation by certified electricians
✅ System testing & commissioning
✅ Ongoing local support for the 25-35 years your system will produce power

Most residential systems are installed in just a few days — and then your solar system gets to work producing clean energy for decades. ⚡☀️

Solar isn’t supposed to feel overwhelming. It’s supposed to feel empowering.

If you’ve been curious about reducing or even eliminating your Hydro bills, now’s a great time to explore your options.

📞 Reach out, (250-202-7446), for a free solar estimate today and see what solar could do for your home or business.

05/21/2026

Our Small Planet Energy team recently wrapped up another exciting solar installation here in Campbell River—and it’s already performing beautifully!

Just 12 solar panels are making a big impact:

📊 In the last week:

☀️ Solar production: 220 kWh
🏠 Household consumption: 120 kWh

📊 So far today:

☀️ Solar production: 23.4 kWh
🏠 Household consumption: 8.94 kWh

That’s nearly 3× more energy produced than used from just 12 panels! 🔥

This is what clean, local energy looks like—powering homes, reducing bills, and making the most of every bit of sunshine we get on Vancouver Island.

Proud of our team for another solid install and grateful to our amazing customers for choosing solar. 🌱💪

05/19/2026

Our brand-new Small Planet Energy YouTube Channel is officially LIVE!
https://youtube.com/?si=YOkgyo3Pr11G0JNK

We’ve already uploaded 10 new videos and shorts covering:
✅ Solar incentives & rebates
✅ Real Vancouver Island solar projects
✅ Solar myth-busting
✅ Off-grid living
✅ Battery backup systems
✅ Clean energy tips & news

If you’re curious about solar, thinking about reducing your hydro bills, or just love seeing awesome renewable energy projects come to life, click the link below, hit SUBSCRIBE and come follow along!

We’ve got lots more exciting content coming soon.

See you on YouTube!
— Tara Jordan & the Small Planet Energy Team

As the longest-standing solar company on Vancouver Island, we’ve helped hundreds of homeowners, businesses, and off-grid property owners make the switch to clean, reliable solar energy. From large commercial installations to remote cabins and everything in between, our experience ensures practical...

05/18/2026

☀️MYTH-BUSTING MONDAY TIME☀️

Myth: “Solar power is way too expensive.”

The truth? Solar has never been more affordable than it is right now. ⚡

Most people are surprised to learn that a solar installation often costs about the same as other common home upgrades — like a kitchen renovation, new flooring, or updated cabinets. The difference is… solar keeps paying you back for decades. 💰☀️

✅ Lower monthly hydro bills
✅ Protection from rising electricity costs
✅ Increased home value
✅ 25–35 years of clean energy production
✅ BC Hydro rebates of up to $5,000 available right now

Most homeowners see a full return on investment in under 10 years — while continuing to save for decades after that.

Solar isn’t just an expense. It’s an investment in your home, your future, and your energy independence. 🌎⚡

Thinking about solar for your home, business, or off-grid property? Reach out to Planet Energy Inc. today for a free consultation.

05/11/2026

☀️💪SOLAR MYTH BUSTING MONDAY 💪☀️

Myth: “Solar panels are fragile.”

Actually… modern solar panels are built incredibly tough. They’re designed to handle rain, snow, hail, wind, and decades of outdoor weather exposure. ⚡🌧❄️

Solar panels come with 25-year warranties and are built to keep producing power for 25–35+ years.

After nearly 17 years in business, we’ve hardly ever seen a panel break here at Small Planet Energy. ☀️

Solar is built to last.

Ready to see what solar can do for your home or business? Give us a call today at 250-202-7446! 📞

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