Solar Group-Buying Program Comes To San Diego

Also known as One Block Off the Grid, 1BOG organizes groups of homeowners - or businesses - interested in purchasing solar power and then negotiates group discounts with solar installers. The collective approach results in better prices and better terms of service for homeowners and businesses. 1BOG only teams up with established solar installers ensuring high quality service, at a lower price.

1BOG enlisted groSolar, a nationally-recognized solar installer whose prices and service impress longtime advocates of the technology. groSolar also offers financing options through California-based SunRun, which allows homeowners to install the entire system for as little as $1,000 down.

“The combination of gro’s spectacular pricing and their national reach made the decision to select them in San Diego very easy,” said Dave Llorens, 1BOG co-founder and General Manager. “We’ve always admired them and have high hopes for the success of this program.”

“Teaming with 1BOG makes solar more affordable than ever and their grassroots approach is a great success,” said groSolar CEO Jeff Wolfe. “1BOG and groSolar share the same goal: to get solar on as many roofs as possible, as fast as possible.”

1BOG uses tools of political campaigns like e-mail, lawn signs, door hangers, house parties and community organizing to find people that are interested in purchasing solar and to educate people about solar power for their home or business. One of the most common responses canvassers encounter is the perception that putting solar panels on a roof is a complicated process.

“The average solar power installation is less expensive and intrusive than putting new windows in your house,” said Wolfe. “People are realizing that solar power is one of the easiest ways to create long term energy security, while also protecting the environment. With energy prices constantly going up, it just makes sense.”