The Varisun Solar Pumping System operates any 3 phase pump with solar energy Capay Valley, CA – Agriculture has always been part of California since the beginning, but with an impending drought, the sustainable utilization of our natural resources has been brought to the forefront. Full Belly Farm in Capay Valley is committed to organic […]
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How to Build a Planter Box
Planting a container garden is a great way to add greenery to the urban environment and small spaces. Since we’ve added a few small olive trees and dwarf citrus outside, we’ve seen (and heard) an increase in the number of birds and butterflies in our area. How to build an attractive container from old wood […]
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Variable Speed Pump Panels for California AG
Running your motors with a VFD, Variable Frequency Drive, will save energy costs, protect your investments, and improve control over your systems. Throttling down the speed of the pump or fan just a few Hz reduces the power it consumes drastically. The upgrade is a no-brainer when you consider that it pays for itself in […]
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Big Springs Irrigation District Went Big With Solar to Cut Electricity Costs
Head north past Redding on I-5 for an hour and half and you’ll come to the towns of Yreka and Montague in the northern part of California’s Central Valley, situated near majestic Mt. Shasta. They’re small towns known for agriculture and ranching, and for the better part of seven months a year, the area is […]
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Sustainable Technologies Recognized as a Top Solar Contractor in Alameda
Alameda, CA – Coming off the biggest year ever for U.S. solar installations, local installer Sustainable Technologies is proud to be named one of the top solar contractors in the United States by Solar Power World magazine. Sustainable Technologies achieved a rank of 463 out of 500 solar companies. The Top Solar Contractors list is […]
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Direct Solar Powered Vapor Extraction and Air Injection System
The Sustainable Technologies’ Varisun Solar Pumping System powers 3 phase extraction and injection blower systems. Sustainable Technologies is proud to present the VariSun Direct Solar Remediation System. The VariSun systems work with direct solar energy. These solar powered systems are self-contained; they are ready to pump upon delivery. The total set-up is just 2 to […]
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Energy Efficiency on the Farm
Background: Full Belly Farm is a 350 acre certified organic farm in Capay Valley, CA. They provide over 80 different crops to stores, local farmers markets and through their CSA delivery service year-round. In addition to this they also host several events and educational programs on the farm. Challenge: Farming year-round and managing large harvests […]
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Sustainable Technologies Wins Award for Clean Harbors Energy Efficiency Retrofit
Sustainable Technologies energy efficiency project for Clean Harbors has been selected by the Interior Lighting Campaign (ILC) as a 2016 award winner for the Highest Percentage of Annual Savings for Troffer Lighting Retrofits – Medium Project. Winners will be recognized at the BOMA 2016 International Conference and Expo. The upgrades will save 11,000 kWh annually, […]
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Cleaning Up California
Sustainable Technologies specializes in remediation of contaminated sites. We have installed hundreds of complete vapor extraction, groundwater, dual phase and sparging remediation systems all over California. As our name suggests, we use our extensive environmental experience and expertise in renewable energy to design and build systems with the smallest possible carbon foot print, implementing greener […]
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Make the Switch to Energy Efficiency
Switch to new energy efficient lighting! This is a Claris LED Retrofit Kit from LED Living Technology. LEDs use 75% less energy than incandescent lighting which can reduce your energy bill significantly. Energy efficiency retrofits are eligible for rebates of up to 50% and a 30% federal tax credit. Our next project is to switch […]
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