The Pathway to Energy Independence

Pathway to energy independence

“What are you hoping to achieve with solar energy?” That’s one of the first questions we ask our customers when they come to us to start learning about solar energy. Often their responses reveal that they aren’t sure what solar can do for them, that’s where we come in. Just as often though, they say […]

Net Metering Explained

net metering explained

Why is a bigger solar array not always better? Because depending on your goals and your utility’s Net Metering policy, a larger system might not be the right fit at all! It is vitally important that your solar contractor is aware of your utility’s net metering policy and that they factor that policy into your […]

Roof Mount vs Ground Mount – What Is Right For You?

Doing solar right means that you can’t have a one size fits all approach. One of the most important decisions to make early on is if your solar array will be a standard roof mount or a ground mount. Understanding the costs and benefits of each option will help you make an informed choice about […]

Doing Solar Right in Milwaukee, WI

We get a lot of questions from our neighbors about if their home is right for solar. Especially in Milwaukee, the first thought is to assume you need a perfect roof for solar. They think that maybe solar works well on farmhouses with no other buildings around to shade, no neighbors to worry about, and […]

MadiSUN Solar Group Buy

MadiSun solar group buy Logo

https://youtu.be/Mx4I56GoPL0 Arch Electric is proud to share that we have been chosen as one of the contractors for the MadiSUN Solar Group Buy hosted by Renew Wisconsin, Dane County, and the City of Madison, WI. All information reflected here has been gathered from www.madisunsolar.org  Join us for the free webinars, hosted by Renew Wisconsin, to […]

Wauwatosa Adds Solar Panels to City Hall & Public Library

Arch Electric proudly announced today that it completed the installation of a new solar panel system for the city of Wauwatosa. Located atop the building that houses the city hall, civic center, and public library, use of the solar panels is estimated to reduce the city’s energy costs by approximately $40,000 annually. Wauwatosa is leading […]

Grow Solar Greater Milwaukee Group Buy

Arch Electric - Wisconsin Solar Installation Experts - Grow Solar Logo

Arch Solar is thrilled to be the chosen contractor for the Milwaukee Solar Group Buy! Thinking about going solar? Grow Solar Greater Milwaukee is a great way to reduce your energy bills, support the local economy, and help create a healthier environment! If you are a Milwaukee County home or business owner, attend a free, […]

Largest Privately-Owned Solar System in WI State History

Arch Solar C&I Green Valley Dairy

Growing company continues to advance renewables across Wisconsin Arch Electric is proud to announce that it completed the largest privately-owned solar array in Wisconsin history. The system – a 1.852 megawatt (MW) solar field at Green Valley Dairy in Krakow – was officially put into service on September 3. The project is a unique collaboration […]

What Does it Mean to “Do Solar Right”?

At Arch, we pride ourselves on “doing solar right since 2003”, but what does that mean for our customers? Here are three ways you can know your solar project is done right:  One size does not fit all; we need your energy bills   It is easy to think that getting a solar quote can be […]

Is My Roof Right for Solar Panels?

Rooftop solar

Are you dreaming of solar but concerned that your roof isn’t right for it? Maybe you don’t think you have enough south-facing area, or the pitch might be too steep? Don’t count yourself out just yet! When you have your system designed and installed by industry experts like the Arch Electric team, you have more […]

At A Glance

  • System Size

    173.6kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $28,483 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

    184,864 Pounds of Coal

At A Glance

  • System Size

    26kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $4,238 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    Two Rivers Water & Light

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    2,411,958 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    23.8kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $3,716 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    Alliant Energy

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    1,948 Pounds of Coal

At A Glance

  • System Size

    197.6kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $22,293 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

    20,695 Gallons of Gas

At A Glance

  • System Size

    149.5kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $23,913 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

    1.8 Tanker Trucks of Gas

At A Glance

  • System Size

    123kw

  • Estimated Savings

  • Utility Provider

    Madison Gas & Electric

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    13,709,514 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    389kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $56,681 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

    44,398,424 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    133.2kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $1,114,935

  • Utility Provider

    Madison Gas & Electric

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    14,727 Gallons of Gas

At A Glance

  • System Size

    25.7kw

  • Estimated Savings

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    26,293 Pounds of Coal

At A Glance

  • System Size

    26kw

  • Estimated Savings

  • Utility Provider

    Alliant Energy

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

At A Glance

  • System Size

    28.86kw

  • Estimated Savings

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

At A Glance

  • System Size

    43.6kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $151,039

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metered

  • Environmental Equivalents

    4,817,623 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    73.84kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $329,713

  • Utility Provider

    Plymouth Utilities

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

At A Glance

  • System Size

    64.845kw

  • Estimated Annual Savings

    $21,442

  • Utility Provider

    WPS

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

At A Glance

  • System Size

    133kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $386,522

  • Utility Provider

    Alliant Energy

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    12,550 Gallons of Gas

At A Glance

  • System Size

    26.6kw

  • Estimated Anual Savings

    $3,953

  • Utility Provider

    Alliant Energy

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    12,578 Pounds of Coal

At A Glance

  • System Size

    128.7kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $513,821

  • Utility Provider

    Manitowoc Public Utilites

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    13,964,512 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    45.5kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $275,531

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    4,679,952 Smartphones Charged

At A Glance

  • System Size

    1.825 MW

  • Estimated Savings

    $103,000 Annually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Direct Sell Rate Tariff

  • Environmental Equivalents

    1,740,000 ton of CO2 emissions

At A Glance

  • System Size

    388.8kw

  • Annual Savings

    $51,288

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metering

  • Environmental Equivalents

    26,104 gallons of gasoline consumed. 22,789 gallons of diesel consumed. 256,673 pounds of coal burned. 3.1 tanker trucks' worth of gasoline.

At A Glance

  • System Size

    388.9kw

  • Annual Savings

    $51,340

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metering

  • Environmental Equivalents

    26,135 gallons of gasoline consumed. 22,815 gallons of diesel consumed. 256,973 pounds of coal burned. 3.1 tanker trucks' worth of gasoline.

At A Glance

  • System Size

    299.3kw

  • Annual Savings

    $42,934

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metering

  • Environmental Equivalents

    20,076 gallons of gasoline consumed. 17,526 gallons of diesel consumed information. 197,404 pounds of coal burned.

At A Glance

  • System Size

    50.7 kW - DC

  • Estimated Savings

    $10,329

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Line Side/Parallel Generation (CGS-NM)

  • Environmental Equivalents

    361,853lbs of coal burned annually

At A Glance

  • System Size

    31.87 kW

  • Estimated Savings

    $4,998 Anually

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Monthly Net Metering (CGS-NM)

  • Environmental Equivalents

    CO2 Emissions: 22.6 Metric Tons 2,341 Gallons of Gasoline

At A Glance

  • System Size

    370kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $1,053,732

  • Utility Provider

    Alliant Energy

  • Connection Type

    Parallel Generation

  • Environmental Equivalents

    401,786 lbs. of Coal or 44,218,770 smartphones charged.

At A Glance

  • System Size

    389kw

  • Estimated Savings

    $1,190,164

  • Utility Provider

    WE Energies

  • Connection Type

    Net Metering

  • Environmental Equivalents

    384,108 lbs. of Coal or 42,273,187 smartphones charged