SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Monticello Vineyards in Napa

Valley - Corley Family Harvests Their Own Power

Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a

177 kW DC solar installation at Monticello Vineyards in Napa, CA. The photovoltaic (PV) system is
expected to offset 95% of their utility bill helping Monticello save thousands every month in
electrical costs.

Novato, CA, July 14, 2017 --(PR.com)-- Designed and installed by SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar
installer for over 30 years, the solar photovoltaic system is ground mounted on the east end of the
property adjacent to the vineyards. The solar PV system consists of 540 high-efficiency SunPower
327-watt solar panels, designed to produce 280,000 kilowatt hours annually.

After a very exhaustive search and after multiple interviews with customers of theirs we chose
SolarCraft for our solar installation, commented Kent Corley. From the very earliest planning phase all
the way to receiving permission to operate, SolarCraft's team was with us every step of the way and we
couldn't be happier with the result.

The solar power system at Monticello Vineyards represents one of the many wineries who are making the
switch to solar power to reduce their electric bills while helping to protect the environment. Vintners are
realizing that the sun not only ripens their grapes, but provides sustainable power to their wineries as
well.

During the life of the system, almost 10 million pounds of carbon dioxide generated by the Monticello's
operations will be eliminated. This impact is equivalent to removing air pollution produced by more than
17 million miles of driving over 25 years or the pollutants removed by 93 acres of trees in one year. The
nearly maintenance-free system should pay for itself within 7 years.

About Monticello Vineyards

Monticello Vineyards is truly a family run winery and their first vintage dates from 1980. Jay Corley,
came to Napa Valley in 1969 seeking land to plant and grow an estate vineyard. Forty plus years later,
sons Kevin, Chris, Stephen and Kent manage the winery: Kevin is the Winegrower/ President, Chris is
the Winemaker, Stephen is the Director of Wine Sales, and Kent handles corporate issues and special
projects. It's a small winery producing approximately 15,000 cases of wine annually under the Monticello
Vineyards and CORLEY labels.

SolarCraft, a 100% Employee Owned Company, is one of the most trusted and experienced solar energy
contractors in California. This certified Green Business has been providing high quality solar electrical,
solar pool heating and solar water heating services to homeowners and businesses for over 30 years. With
more than 6,000 satisfied customers and over 3 million square feet of solar collectors installed, SolarCraft
is committed to Quality Design, Quality Materials and Customer Service. www.solarcraft.com

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