You're in good hands. And this is why:

Alternative Energy Systems, Inc (AES) is a Chico, CA based licensed, bonded and insured solar integrator. AES was founded by Lance McClung and Tim Hamor with the idea that we all need to share in the responsibility of maintaining and improving our environment for generations to come. Our goal is to provide superior service, highest quality equipment, and to build lifelong relationships with our clients.

Over the course of years, we have been faced with difficult installations that have tried our creative resources. This experience of being challenged and then meeting and exceeding these challenges have given us the invaluable expertise necessary to meet the expectations of any project.

Lance McClung

Owner operator, C-10 (Electrical Contractor) RMO, (18) years of commercial   residential retrofit and new construction electrical experience and (7) years of design and installation experience with photovoltaic grid tied solar systems. (2) year degree from Navy Advance Electronics Training. (10) years experience in multisystem component level electronics. (15) years experience and as a business owner and Contractor.

Tim Hamor

Owner operator, C-46 (Solar Contractor) RMO, (15) years experience as a business owner. (7) years of design and installation experience with photovoltaic grid tied solar systems.

As the Company Leaders, Lance and Tim both are actively involved in all aspects of this Business from the Sale to Interconnection. The core belief that this is the technology that will lead us to energy independence and sustainability is a driving factor in operational decisions they collectively make. They are the Quality assurance required for every job. Personal Accountability is taken very seriously with an understanding that all jobs lead to the next.

Lead by Sales Manager, Paul Sullivan, It is safe to say that our Sales Team is one of the most versatile, professional, highly trained sales teams in the industry. The versatility to address issues from Solar system design to energy usage to financing is no small feat. From the time you call to the time we complete your project, you will be met with consistent professionalism.

Our installation Team consists of State Certified Electricians, and factory Trained Installers, but it doesn't stop there. Your home, your business, is just that—yours. Our installers are not only reminded of that on a regular basis, they believe it. The pride they take in their work extends from job manners to aesthetics to functionality.

From inception in 2004, Alternative Energy Systems has maintained a constant mantra "Treat Every Job as if it were our next referral". Along with that comes Quality. Solar panels, inverters, mounting hardware, employees and training are all chosen for the quality they add to the end product. We are happy to have a long list of happy customers as a result. View Testimonials

Energy costs are on the rise. Many utility companies have a tiered rate structure… meaning that the more energy you use, the more it costs. Fortunately, there is an alternative to the utility company dependency—Solar. Solar is the ideal option. A solar energy system can be designed to eliminate the amount of electricity you purchase from the utility company, creating a positive cash flow.

Solar is an Investment. It is common to realize a 15% plus return on money invested in solar, driven further by the cost of electricity. Not only are you able to control the energy costs for the future, but you are increasing the value of your home, ranch or business. Recently, a study showed that a solar powered home sold 20% faster than a non-solar home and fetched an average of 17% more.

Solar energy is clean, renewable and environmentally responsible. A large portion of energy today is produced by natural gas turbines and coal fired power plants. Each solar energy system that is installed immediately reduces that amount while at the same time creating clean renewable energy. In fact a standard 5kW residential solar system will offset more than 300,000 lbs of carbon dioxide over 25 years. Simply put, it is like eliminating 543,000 miles driven in a car or planting 3 acres of trees.

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Alternative Energy Systems has been designing and installing Solar Energy systems in the North State since 2004 and has hundreds of satisfied and happy clients. Here is what some have to say...

5.13.2011
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS' BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB SOLAR PROJECT RIBBON CUTTING TO TAKE PLACE MAY 18, 2011

Chico, Calif.- Alternative Energy Systems, Inc.'s (AES) Solar Pledge Program for the Boys and Girls Club of Chico will be concluding on May 18, with a ribbon cutting to celebrate the successful installation of a solar system, energy efficient lighting as well as solar modules, inverters, racking and monitoring equipment at the Teen Center Facility.

The project began in March of 2010 when Alternative Energy Systems launched the Solar Pledge Program, donating $500 for each solar contract the company secured through March 2011 to the Boys and Girls Club of Butte County. Construction on the project began April 22nd (Earth Day) and with the help of PG&E and SunPower, the Boys and Girls Club of Chico will be saving $5,500 in annual energy costs. On top of the annual savings, the Boys and Girls Club of Chico also is on track to receive a $17,500 solar rebate from Pacific Gas and Electric Company through the California Solar Initiative as well as a $25,000 charitable contribution from PG&E.

"We are thrilled," says Boys and Girls Club CEO Rashell Brobst. "Saving $5,500 in annual energy costs allows us to pay for one of our five core programs for an entire year: that money covers curriculum materials, food, staffing to run the programs and mentor our members, transportation and other supplies."

Alternative Energy Systems partner Lance McClung adds, "From an environmental standpoint, the increased efficiency of the system off-sets the carbon output equivalent to planting 8.8 acres of trees or eliminating 1,671,403 miles of driving. We are extremely happy to be able to help a local non-profit organization save money on their energy costs so that they can have more programs for their members to enjoy."

The event begins at 5 pm with the ribbon cutting will take place at 5:30 pm Wednesday, May 18, at the Boys and Girls Club of Chico, 601 Wall Street, Chico, CA 95928. Alternative Energy Systems offers professionally engineered solar energy systems for residential, commercial and agricultural applications. Alternative Energy Systems' solar energy system lock utility rates, reduces or eliminates your electrical bill and adds value to your home or business. Alternative Energy Systems -provides the effective solar solution to reducing the constant rising costs of energy for today's energy conscious consumer. Visit them on line at www.SolarEnergyForLife.com

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