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

By Constance ThompsonSeptember 16, 2021

Additionally, even though solar energy has been around for a while, the fundamentals of these jobs are not extensively taught in school. During our preliminary consultation, I kept in mind that they might just accomplish about 56% of solar energy offset due to their houses consumption rates and shading from trees on the property. We talked about a couple of additional energy efficiency upgrades to the house to reduce energy intake, which could provide a greater energy balanced out. Angela at first winced at the thought of investing more cash into the home, but ultimately she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy effectiveness upgrades. Thanks to the Air conditioner upgrade, they have actually reduced their energy consumption significantly, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying prior to installing solar.

The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is delighted to share the fourth installation in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series.
Each installation includes market leaders and subjects associated with accelerating a fair and just transition to a renewable resource economy. In acknowledgment of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September functions highlight how 3 Hispanic-owned Accelerate member business are prospering in the sustainable energy sector.
What inspired you to start SUNTEX?
As a natural-born leader, I constantly set high expectations for myself and always search for opportunities to serve others– be it by supplying exceptional client service, language translations, or merely sharing knowledge with others. My individual objectives and desire to help others led me to operate in the eco-friendly energy sector, where I can pursue this dream on a bigger scale.
Inform us about SUNTEX?
Our companys mission is easy: we want to make solar easy and budget-friendly every action of the method. We mainly serve the Hispanic neighborhood in Texas. That is what we do best– assist Spanish speakers understand and adopt renewable resource as a lifestyle, helping generations to come.
Please show us more about your journey toward establishing SUNTEX. Existed an “aha minute” when you decided to concentrate on solar?
Back in August of 2018, my organization partner and I had the opportunity to sign up with an extremely appealing small solar installation business in Houston. Through this work we saw the chance readily available to bring solar into our (the Hispanic) neighborhood.
Why is focusing on the Hispanic community a priority for SUNTEX?
Number Two: in the past, we have actually personally experienced an absence of care and interaction from those that can not determine with our culture. We understood that solar benefits everyone, regardless of race or background, and that our people would require a lot of assistance to understand how to get this advantage for their houses.
What obstacles do you face? Why?
Being a little business with a high level of service expectations for our consumers comes with its own set of challenges. In addition, even though solar energy has been around for a while, the fundamentals of these tasks are not widely taught in school.
How are you making an effect through SUNTEX?
By just measuring up to our honest worths. I have actually learned throughout my life that in company, there is no other way to do it right however to be honest. While others may take faster ways, the truth always dominates.
Please show us a current company success story.
Throughout our preliminary appointment, I kept in mind that they could only achieve about 56% of solar energy offset due to their houses consumption rates and shading from trees on the residential or commercial property. We discussed a couple of extra energy effectiveness upgrades to the house to reduce energy usage, which could supply a greater energy balanced out. Angela initially winced at the thought of investing more cash into the home, but eventually she called me back and said she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy effectiveness upgrades.
During the installation, we wound up paying for Angela and her senior mother to remain in a hotel till their evaluations and upgrades were complete to guarantee they were comfy throughout the process.
Now, Angelas planetary system covers 100% of the electricity used in her house. Thanks to the AC upgrade, they have minimized their energy intake greatly, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment every month that is less than she was paying before installing solar. This is what we suggest by “client service.”
From a national perspective, how can we enhance access to sustainable enery?
From my experience, there is a vast gap in access. The majority of the property owners that we check out are lucky to own a house, yet many of them have actually not qualified for solar due to numerous combined or separated elements such as subprime credit history, lower yearly household income, self-employment, or a lack of understanding of offered loan programs. These neighborhoods need more support and education on the importance of installing a planetary system that can conserve them cash. We need to supply more people with opportunities to embrace renewable energy with fewer hassles.
How has your Accelerate membership helped your company?
By empowering us to think that there is somebody there to support our growth in this market, and giving us the chance to satisfy others in the very same boat. Now I understand that there is hope for minority small companies in the eco-friendly energy industry.
How can potential partners work with you?
It is important that we share the exact same values and objective to help others, even if it suggests getting out of our comfort zones. It might cost a little bit more for us to do company, however its worth it in the end for our customers. If youre prepared to begin there, we d love to satisfy to talk about possible partnership opportunities.
Is there anything else you would like to show ACORE members and partners?
We are truly grateful for the Accelerate membership program and for all of the chances you have actually provided. I know this is just the beginning, and we have a long road ahead of us; however, I anticipate ending up being a sponsor to assist pave the method for other Accelerate members in the future– with a special thanks to all of my customers and partners at SUNTEX, considering that they are the fuel that drives the mission!
For more information about SUNTEX, check out https://suntexllc.com/.
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