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 essentials of these jobs are not commonly taught in school. During our preliminary visit, I kept in mind that they could just achieve about 56% of solar energy balanced out due to their homes intake rates and shading from trees on the residential or commercial property. We discussed a couple of extra energy effectiveness upgrades to the home to decrease energy intake, which could supply a higher energy balanced out. Angela at first cringed at the idea of investing more cash into the house, however eventually she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy efficiency upgrades. Thanks to the Air Conditioner upgrade, they have actually reduced their energy consumption considerably, 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 happy to share the 4th installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series.
Each installment features market leaders and subjects related to speeding up an equitable and simply shift to a renewable energy economy. In acknowledgment of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September features highlight how 3 Hispanic-owned Accelerate member business are prospering in the renewable energy sector.
What inspired you to begin SUNTEX?
As a natural-born leader, I constantly set high expectations for myself and always look for opportunities to serve others– be it by providing remarkable customer care, language translations, or merely sharing knowledge with others. My individual 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.
Tell us about SUNTEX?
Our businesss mission is basic: we wish to make solar easy and cost effective every action of the method. We largely serve the Hispanic neighborhood in Texas. That is what we do best– help Spanish speakers comprehend and adopt renewable resource as a way of living, helping generations to come.
Please share with us more about your journey toward establishing SUNTEX. Existed an “aha minute” when you chose to concentrate on solar?
Back in August of 2018, my service partner and I had the chance to sign up with a very promising small solar installation company in Houston. Through this work we saw the chance available to bring solar into our (the Hispanic) neighborhood.
Why is focusing on the Hispanic neighborhood a concern for SUNTEX?
Number Two: in the past, we have personally experienced a lack of care and communication from those that can not recognize with our culture. We understood that solar advantages everyone, regardless of race or background, and that our individuals would need a lot of assistance to comprehend how to obtain this advantage for their houses.
What obstacles do you deal with? Why?
Being a small company with a high level of service expectations for our customers comes with its own set of difficulties. In addition, even though solar energy has actually been around for a while, the fundamentals of these tasks are not widely taught in school.
How are you making an impact through SUNTEX?
By just living up to our truthful worths. I have actually found out throughout my life that in organization, there is no other method to do it ideal however to be honest. While others may take faster ways, the fact always dominates.
Please share with us a recent business success story.
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 went over a couple of extra energy performance upgrades to the house to minimize energy consumption, which might supply a higher energy offset. Angela initially winced at the idea of investing more cash into the house, however eventually she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy efficiency upgrades.
During the installation, we ended up spending for Angela and her elderly mother to stay in a hotel till their upgrades and assessments were total to guarantee they were comfortable throughout the process.
Now, Angelas planetary system covers 100% of the electrical energy used in her home. Thanks to the Air Conditioner upgrade, they have lowered their energy consumption significantly, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying before installing solar. This is what we imply by “customer support.”
From a nationwide point of view, how can we improve access to sustainable enery?
From my experience, there is a huge gap in gain access to. The majority of the homeowners that we visit are lucky to own a house, yet much of them have not gotten approved for solar due to numerous combined or isolated aspects such as subprime credit history, lower yearly household earnings, self-employment, or a lack of knowledge of readily available loan programs. These communities require more support and education on the value of installing a planetary system that can conserve them cash. We need to offer more individuals with chances to embrace renewable energy with fewer troubles.
How has your Accelerate membership assisted your business?
By empowering us to think that there is somebody there to support our growth in this market, and providing us the chance to meet others in the same boat. Now I understand that there is wish for minority small organizations in the renewable energy industry.
How can possible partners work with you?
It is necessary that we share the same values and mission to help others, even if it implies getting out of our convenience zones. It may cost a bit more for us to do organization, but its worth it in the end for our consumers. If youre ready to start there, we d love to meet to go over possible partnership chances.
Is there anything else you want to share with ACORE members and partners?
We are truly grateful for the Accelerate subscription program and for all of the opportunities you have supplied. I know this is only the start, and we have a long roadway ahead of us; however, I eagerly anticipate ending up being a sponsor to assist lead the way for other Accelerate members in the future– with a special thanks to all of my consumers and partners at SUNTEX, considering that they are the fuel that drives the objective!
To get more information about SUNTEX, check out https://suntexllc.com/.
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