SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. and SAN JOSE, Calif., April 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Meritage Homes (NYSE: MTH) includes a high-efficiency solar power system from SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) at no additional cost. All with the purchase of a to-be-built home in select Meritage California communities.
This promotion launched a nationwide joint offering announced by Meritage and SunPower in February 2014. This is to provide leading comprehensive energy efficiency and solar power solutions to all Meritage homebuyers. I mean throughout the U.S. It also reinforced Meritage’s commitment to make every home it builds solar-ready. Especially with the ability to achieve zero net energy consumption.
Meritage Homes Goes SunPower
“Meritage Homes continues to raise the bar for energy-efficient living,” said Steven J. Hilton, chairman and CEO of Meritage Homes. “By integrating smart, cost-effective solar power systems, we not only help reduce energy costs but also improve the overall quality of life for our homeowners.”
Furthermore, Hilton emphasized the importance of partnerships in delivering lasting value. “By teaming up with SunPower—the industry’s most trusted provider of solar technology for new home communities—we’re giving buyers access to the most reliable and efficient solar solutions available. As a result, homeowners can start saving from the moment they move in. It’s all about delivering performance, comfort, and long-term value right from day one.”
“Increasingly, homebuyers understand the return on investment that a high quality, energy efficient, solar-powered new home delivers,” said SunPower CEO Tom Werner. “We’re also very proud to partner with Meritage Homes, and to participate in this extraordinary offer to California homebuyers.”
Meritage Homes Adds Solar at No Extra Cost in Select California Communities
Free 1.4-kW SunPower System for a Limited Time
With a limited-time offer, Meritage Homes included a 1.4-kilowatt SunPower solar power system at no additional cost when buyers purchased a to-be-built home in select California communities. This base system features the most efficient solar panels available, offering homeowners immediate energy savings the day they move in.
Upgrade Options and Online Monitoring
Additionally, buyers had the opportunity to upgrade to a larger solar system for an extra fee. These expanded packages could also include online energy monitoring tools, allowing homeowners to track system performance and adjust energy use accordingly. As a result, homeowners could better understand how much power they were generating—and optimize how they used it.
Education and Support from SunPower
To ensure a seamless experience, SunPower partnered directly with Meritage sales teams and homebuyers. Their collaboration provided personalized training and education, helping customers grasp the full value and functionality of their solar power systems.
Energy Efficiency Beyond Solar
“Meritage offers a comprehensive package of energy-smart features,” said Steven J. Hilton, chairman and CEO of Meritage Homes. “These include spray foam insulation, double low-e windows, variable-speed HVAC systems, LED lighting, and smart energy monitoring tools.”
Triple-Certified Homes, Now With Solar
Hilton also noted that Meritage homes carry triple EPA certification—meeting ENERGY STAR®, Indoor airPLUS, and WaterSense® standards. “By adding SunPower solar power systems, we’re making the best homes even better,” he concluded.
SOURCE SunPower Corp., Meritage Homes
