Renewable Power Perspectives Q&A with Ally Mendoza, CEO of SUNTEX

By Constance ThompsonSeptember 16, 2021

Additionally, even though solar energy has actually been around for a while, the fundamentals of these tasks are not widely taught in school. During our initial appointment, I kept in mind that they could just achieve about 56% of solar energy balanced out due to their homes usage rates and shading from trees on the property. We went over a few extra energy effectiveness upgrades to the house to lower energy consumption, which could supply a higher energy offset. Angela initially winced at the idea of investing more cash into the home, however eventually she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy efficiency upgrades. Thanks to the A/c upgrade, they have actually lowered their energy consumption greatly, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying before setting up solar.

The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the fourth installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog site series.
Each installation includes market leaders and subjects associated with speeding up an equitable and simply transition to a renewable resource economy. In acknowledgment of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September features highlight how 3 Hispanic-owned Accelerate member companies are thriving in the sustainable energy sector.
What inspired you to start SUNTEX?
As a natural-born leader, I always set high expectations for myself and constantly look for opportunities to serve others– be it by supplying remarkable client service, language translations, or just sharing understanding with others. My personal goals and desire to assist others led me to operate in the sustainable energy sector, where I can pursue this dream on a larger scale.
Inform us about SUNTEX?
Our companys mission is easy: we desire to make solar simple and economical every action of the method. We largely serve the Hispanic neighborhood in Texas. That is what we do best– assist Spanish speakers comprehend and adopt renewable resource as a lifestyle, helping generations to come.
Please share with us more about your journey towards establishing SUNTEX. Existed an “aha minute” when you chose to focus on solar?
Back in August of 2018, my company partner and I had the opportunity to join a really promising small solar setup company in Houston. Through this work we saw the opportunity readily available to bring solar into our (the Hispanic) neighborhood.
Why is concentrating on the Hispanic community a priority for SUNTEX?
Number Two: in the past, we have actually personally experienced a lack of care and interaction from those that can not determine with our culture. We knew that solar benefits everyone, regardless of race or background, and that our people would require a lot of assistance to comprehend how to obtain this benefit for their houses.
What challenges do you face? Why?
Being a small company with a high level of service expectations for our consumers comes with its own set of difficulties. Furthermore, even though solar energy has actually been around for a while, the basics of these tasks are not commonly taught in school.
How are you making an impact through SUNTEX?
By just living up to our sincere values. I have actually discovered throughout my life that in business, there is no other method to do it best however to be sincere. While others might take shortcuts, the fact always prevails.
Please show us a recent business success story.
During our initial visit, I kept in mind that they might only achieve about 56% of solar energy balanced out due to their houses intake rates and shading from trees on the property. We discussed a couple of additional energy efficiency upgrades to the home to decrease energy consumption, which might offer a higher energy offset. Angela at first cringed at the idea of investing more money into the house, but eventually she called me back and stated she desired to move forward with the solar and energy efficiency upgrades.
Throughout the setup, we wound up paying for Angela and her senior mother to remain in a hotel until their evaluations and upgrades were complete to guarantee they were comfy throughout the procedure.
Now, Angelas planetary system covers 100% of the electrical power utilized in her home. Thanks to the air conditioner upgrade, they have lowered their energy usage greatly, and she has a flat, predictable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying prior to setting up solar. This is what we imply by “consumer service.”
From a nationwide viewpoint, how can we improve access to sustainable enery?
From my experience, there is a large gap in gain access to. The majority of the homeowners that we check out are fortunate to own a house, yet many of them have not received solar due to numerous combined or isolated factors such as subprime credit report, lower yearly home earnings, self-employment, or a lack of knowledge of readily available loan programs. These neighborhoods need more assistance and education on the importance of setting up a solar system that can conserve them money. We require to provide more individuals with chances to adopt sustainable energy with less troubles.
How has your Accelerate membership assisted your business?
By empowering us to think that there is someone there to support our development in this industry, and providing us the chance to fulfill others in the very same boat. Now I understand that there is wish for minority small companies in the renewable energy market.
How can prospective partners work with you?
It is very important that we share the exact same values and objective to assist others, even if it implies leaving our convenience zones. It may cost a little more for us to do business, but its worth it in the end for our customers. We d like to satisfy to discuss possible cooperation opportunities if youre prepared to begin there.
Is there anything else you wish to show ACORE members and partners?
We are genuinely grateful for the Accelerate subscription program and for all of the chances you have supplied. I know this is just the beginning, and we have a long road ahead of us; nevertheless, I look forward to ending up being a sponsor to help lead the way for other Accelerate members in the future– with an unique thanks to all of my consumers and partners at SUNTEX, since they are the fuel that drives the objective!
To find out more about SUNTEX, see https://suntexllc.com/.
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