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 consultation, I noted that they could just achieve about 56% of solar energy offset due to their houses intake rates and shading from trees on the home. We discussed a couple of additional energy performance upgrades to the house to minimize energy usage, which might supply a greater energy balanced out. Angela initially winced at the thought of investing more cash into the house, however 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 usage considerably, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment each month that is less than she was paying prior to setting up solar.

The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is delighted to share the 4th installment in our “Accelerating Renewables” blog series.
Each installment includes industry leaders and topics associated with speeding up an equitable and just shift to an eco-friendly energy economy. In acknowledgment of National Hispanic Heritage Month, our September features highlight how 3 Hispanic-owned Accelerate member companies are thriving in the renewable resource sector.
What inspired you to start SUNTEX?
As a natural-born leader, I constantly set high expectations for myself and constantly try to find chances to serve others– be it by supplying exceptional consumer service, language translations, or merely sharing understanding with others. My personal objectives and desire to help others led me to work 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 wish to make solar simple and inexpensive every step of the way. We mainly serve the Hispanic neighborhood in Texas. That is what we do best– assist Spanish speakers understand and adopt renewable energy as a way of living, assisting generations to come.
Please share with us more about your journey towards developing SUNTEX. Was there an “aha minute” when you chose to focus on solar?
Back in August of 2018, my service partner and I had the opportunity to sign up with a really promising little solar installation business in Houston. Through this work we saw the opportunity available to bring solar into our (the Hispanic) neighborhood.
Why is focusing on the Hispanic community a concern for SUNTEX?
Number Two: in the past, we have actually personally experienced an absence of care and communication from those that can not determine with our culture. We understood that solar benefits everyone, regardless of race or background, and that our individuals would require a lot of assistance to understand how to get this advantage for their houses.
What difficulties do you face? Why?
Being a little company with a high level of service expectations for our clients includes its own set of obstacles. The biggest obstacle we deal with is shared by a number of small businesses: turnover. Furthermore, even though solar energy has been around for a while, the fundamentals of these tasks are not widely taught in school. So, we have to spend a lot quantity of time training sales staff to make certain they are able to offer a high level of consumer service.
How are you making an effect through SUNTEX?
By merely living up to our sincere values. I have learned throughout my life that in business, there is no other method to do it right however to be sincere. While others might take shortcuts, the truth always prevails.
Please share with us a recent business success story.
During our initial consultation, I noted that they could just attain about 56% of solar energy offset due to their homes usage rates and shading from trees on the property. We went over a few additional energy efficiency upgrades to the home to lower energy usage, which might supply a higher energy offset. Angela initially flinched at the thought of investing more money into the house, however ultimately she called me back and stated she wanted to move forward with the solar and energy performance upgrades.
Throughout the setup, we wound up paying for Angela and her senior mom to remain in a hotel up until their inspections and upgrades were complete to ensure they were comfy throughout the procedure.
Now, Angelas planetary system covers 100% of the electrical energy used in her home. Thanks to the AC upgrade, they have minimized their energy intake greatly, and she has a flat, foreseeable solar payment monthly that is less than she was paying before setting up solar. This is what we suggest by “customer service.”
From a nationwide perspective, how can we improve access to sustainable enery?
From my experience, there is a huge gap in access. The majority of the property owners that we go to are lucky to own a house, yet much of them have not received solar due to a number of combined or isolated factors such as subprime credit history, lower yearly household earnings, self-employment, or a lack of knowledge of offered loan programs. These neighborhoods require more assistance and education on the value of setting up a solar system that can conserve them money. We need to supply more individuals with opportunities to adopt renewable resource with less inconveniences.
How has your Accelerate subscription helped your business?
By empowering us to believe that there is somebody there to support our development in this market, and providing us the chance to fulfill others in the very same boat. Now I know that there is hope for minority small companies in the renewable resource industry.
How can potential partners work with you?
It is very important that we share the very same worths and objective to assist others, even if it implies leaving our convenience zones. It might cost a little bit more for us to do organization, however its worth it in the end for our clients. We d like to satisfy to go over possible cooperation opportunities if youre willing to start there.
Is there anything else you want to show ACORE members and partners?
We are genuinely grateful for the Accelerate subscription program and for all of the opportunities you have provided. I know this is only the beginning, and we have a long road ahead of us; nevertheless, I look forward to becoming a sponsor to assist lead the way for other Accelerate members in the future– with an unique thanks to all of my customers and collaborators at SUNTEX, since they are the fuel that drives the objective!
To learn more about SUNTEX, check out https://suntexllc.com/.
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