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

By Constance ThompsonSeptember 16, 2021

In addition, even though solar energy has actually been around for a while, the fundamentals of these tasks are not extensively taught in school. During our preliminary consultation, I kept in mind that they could only achieve about 56% of solar energy offset due to their houses usage rates and shading from trees on the property. We discussed a couple of extra energy effectiveness upgrades to the house to decrease energy intake, which might provide a greater energy balanced out. Angela initially winced at the idea of investing more money into the house, however eventually she called me back and said she desired to move forward with the solar and energy effectiveness upgrades. Thanks to the Air conditioning upgrade, they have actually lowered their energy intake greatly, and she has a flat, predictable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying prior to setting up solar.

The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is pleased to share the 4th installation in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog site series.
Each installment includes market leaders and topics associated with speeding up a fair and simply transition to a renewable energy economy. In acknowledgment of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September features highlight how 3 Hispanic-owned Accelerate member business are thriving in the eco-friendly energy sector.
What inspired you to begin SUNTEX?
As a natural-born leader, I always set high expectations for myself and constantly look for opportunities to serve others– be it by offering extraordinary customer support, language translations, or merely sharing knowledge with others. My individual objectives and desire to assist others led me to work in the renewable resource sector, where I can pursue this dream on a larger scale.
Inform us about SUNTEX?
Our businesss objective is easy: we desire to make solar simple and cost effective every action of the way. We mostly serve the Hispanic community in Texas. That is what we do best– help Spanish speakers understand and embrace eco-friendly energy as a lifestyle, assisting generations to come.
Please share with us more about your journey towards developing SUNTEX. Was there an “aha moment” when you chose to concentrate on solar?
Back in August of 2018, my organization partner and I had the opportunity to join a very promising small solar setup company in Houston. Through this work we saw the chance offered to bring solar into our (the Hispanic) community.
Why is focusing on the Hispanic community a concern 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 advantages everyone, regardless of race or background, and that our people would need a lot of support to understand how to acquire this benefit for their houses.
What challenges do you deal with? Why?
Being a little business with a high level of service expectations for our customers features its own set of difficulties. The greatest obstacle we face is shared by a number of small businesses: turnover. Furthermore, although solar energy has actually been around for a while, the basics of these jobs are not commonly taught in school. We have to invest a lot quantity of time training sales staff to make sure they are able to supply a high level of customer service.
How are you making an effect through SUNTEX?
By merely measuring up to our honest values. I have actually found out throughout my life that in service, there is no other way to do it ideal but to be truthful. While others may take shortcuts, the fact always dominates.
Please show us a current company success story.
Throughout our preliminary visit, I noted that they could only accomplish about 56% of solar energy balanced out due to their homes consumption rates and shading from trees on the property. We went over a few additional energy efficiency upgrades to the home to minimize energy intake, which might offer a higher energy balanced out. Angela initially cringed at the idea of investing more money into the home, however ultimately she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy effectiveness upgrades.
Throughout the setup, we ended up spending for Angela and her senior mom to remain in a hotel till their evaluations and upgrades were complete to ensure they were comfortable throughout the process.
Now, Angelas solar system covers 100% of the electricity utilized in her house. Thanks to the AC upgrade, they have decreased their energy consumption significantly, and she has a flat, predictable solar payment monthly that is less than she was paying prior to installing solar. This is what we indicate by “consumer service.”
From a nationwide perspective, how can we enhance access to renewable enery?
Many of the property owners that we go to are fortunate to own a house, yet many of them have actually not certified for solar due to numerous combined or separated elements such as subprime credit score, lower yearly home income, self-employment, or a lack of knowledge of available loan programs. We require to offer more individuals with opportunities to embrace renewable energy with fewer inconveniences.
How has your Accelerate membership helped your company?
By empowering us to think that there is somebody there to support our development in this industry, and offering us the chance to fulfill others in the exact same boat. Now I know that there is wish for minority little businesses in the renewable resource market.
How can potential partners do business with you?
It is necessary that we share the exact same worths and mission to help others, even if it implies leaving our convenience zones. It may cost a little bit more for us to do company, but its worth it in the end for our consumers. We d like to satisfy to go over possible cooperation opportunities if youre willing to start there.
Exists anything else you would like to share with ACORE members and partners?
We are genuinely grateful for the Accelerate membership program and for all of the opportunities you have offered. I know this is just the beginning, and we have a long roadway ahead of us; however, I eagerly anticipate becoming a sponsor to help lead the way for other Accelerate members in the future– with an unique thanks to all of my customers and collaborators at SUNTEX, given that they are the fuel that drives the objective!
For more information about SUNTEX, check out https://suntexllc.com/.
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