If you can't find a conveniently located public EV Charger, then "Request A Public EV Charger" - put a pin on the map to suggest a location for future consideration. Makello helps you make your energy use and upgrade choices more cost effective, across all aspects of your life. Our San Diego-based solar energy company works with residents to give them the solar services they deserve.
Whether you need solar panels for your home, a plug-in hybrid vehicle or electric vehicle, or advanced energy storage for emergency backup and daily cost savings, Makello has you covered. Our Energy Analysis provides you with a detailed report of your current and future energy usage, and a side-by-side comparison of multiple commercial and residential solar power options, to help you cut down on your energy spending.
Whether you need solar panels for your home, a plug-in hybrid vehicle or electric vehicle, or advanced energy storage for emergency backup and daily cost savings, Makello has you covered. Our Energy Analysis provides you with a detailed report of your current and future energy usage, and a side-by-side comparison of multiple commercial and residential solar power options, to help you cut down on your energy spending.
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As a dedicated researcher of renewable energy and Plug-In Vehicles, Charlie's software engineering and database management includes authoring the California Solar Initiative solar hot water rebate website, a $500K team grant award for energy efficiency education, an e-commerce IPO, a $1 Billion UCSD giving campaign, and "The President's Club" in sales.
Makello was head and shoulders above the rest. Not only did they answer my questions, but offered a great deal of important facts and information that I hadn't even considered. After Makello performs the Energy Analysis, our partner Green Energy EPC installs solar electric systems, electric vehicle charging and advanced energy storage, for homes and businesses across SDG&E's territory, in San Diego and beyond.
Have you ever considered the energy and maintenance cost savings of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids? Visit www.insideevs.com and the "Monthly Scorecard" to see models available today. See Makello's blog for grants, rebates and incentives up to $34,426 for new plug-in vehicles, or up to $7,926 for used plug-in vehicles discounted up to 60% off MSRP.
Clean, renewable energy, stored in a battery, can be used for emergency backup power during a utility blackout, or cycled daily for greater utility cost savings. Integrated battery management decides when to use solar power, battery power or utility power, to optimize cost savings. Choose from a wide variety of renewable energy batteries, including Tesla, LG Chem, and Sonnen.
Reviews (14)
Harrison Johnson
Jun 14, 2021
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Linda S.
Sep 10, 2020
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Charlie was referred by a friend that is very active in climate change so I knew he was someone we could trust. We had other bids for solar panels, with a quantity twice that of the bid we received from Charlie and Green Energy EPC. They used the latest technology panels. We are extremely pleased because the price was low enough that we could pay cash! Charlie is a wealth of knowledge and I trust him to work with us toward a greener lifestyle.
Frederique V.
Feb 04, 2020
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It was time for us to install solar panels. Charlie Johnson (owner and founder of Makello) came to our house and gave us several options to choose from, all with clear cost-benefit and return on investment information. Once we agreed on a system, the process was very quick and painless. Charlie works closely with Sam from Green Energy EPC, and it was refreshing to see how well the whole team came together to see our installation done well, and in a timely fashion.
Charlie stayed with us throughout the process, and made sure we were happy with the final result. We are!!!
If you are looking to install
Charlie stayed with us throughout the process, and made sure we were happy with the final result. We are!!!
If you are looking to install
Dee H.
Sep 27, 2019
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My husband and I had been considering installing solar panels to our townhome on and off for a few years, and it was our first conversation with Charlie Johnson that convinced us to make the big leap.
First, Charlie is very personable and knowledgable about energy production and solar technology. He didn't oversell us on buying too many solar panels and provided several visuals to help us find the "sweet spot" where were producing enough energy for our needs.
Second, he also helped us navigate our HOA bylaws to proceed with the installation. As the first household in our community
First, Charlie is very personable and knowledgable about energy production and solar technology. He didn't oversell us on buying too many solar panels and provided several visuals to help us find the "sweet spot" where were producing enough energy for our needs.
Second, he also helped us navigate our HOA bylaws to proceed with the installation. As the first household in our community
Suzanne D.
Jul 15, 2019
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Charlie Q. Johnson of Makello (aka Wipomo) recently helped me to analyze my energy needs, and develop a plan to reduce my utility costs. Using Makello's proprietary software, Charlie was able to use my actual energy usage data for the last two years (imported from SDGE) to analyze when and how I was using my electricity. He helped me to decide on what size solar system I needed while optimizing cost savings. He personally oversaw the purchase and installation of 75 LED bulbs in my home which I wanted to do before getting solar panels. As a result of switching to LEDs, I was able to reduce
Chetan C.
Jul 08, 2019
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Charlie Johnson (Wipomo) made a great first impression when I met him to spec my energy needs and recommend a suitable install size for my home. He was clear on his deliverables and committed to providing a no-nonsense experience.
Charlie and his team did a fantastic job of designing the system and making sure to consider future needs - all this while being cost conscious. Wipomo met every time commitment, reviewed and followed up on each step of the install process.
Charlie and Sam (Green Energy EPC) worked together with me to design and delivery a first rate system that has performed flawlessly
Charlie and his team did a fantastic job of designing the system and making sure to consider future needs - all this while being cost conscious. Wipomo met every time commitment, reviewed and followed up on each step of the install process.
Charlie and Sam (Green Energy EPC) worked together with me to design and delivery a first rate system that has performed flawlessly
Kurt R.
Dec 18, 2018
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We just had solar installed by Green Energy EPC, but it was my Charlie at Wipomo that got the ball rolling. Charlie is basically an 'energy geek'! You can tell he loves his craft and how to find ways to maximize. I read other reviews complaining about his inspection of lightbulbs. I suppose I get that, but it's all about a lower bill right? Charlie and Wipomo and Green Engery EPC were all great to work with and everything went pretty smooth. I've gotten about 7 solar quotes stretched out over the past 5 years and I finally went with Charlie and crew and so far so good
Jeff S.
Sep 19, 2017
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Not sure where these great reviews came from. Charlie came over to give us an appraisal for Solar in Summer 2016. Expecting to see a crew of solar installers scope out my roof, he brought over some high-school/college interns to measure my roof. Not sure if they were licensed installers, this made me uncomfortable. Charlie is a rather knowledgeable man when it comes to efficient lighting being able to decrease power consumption however. Though again, he had his interns take way too much time examining every bulb in my house. I don't blame them however, they are very young and didn't seem
Carole S.
Sep 07, 2016
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We chose Green Energy EPC after interviewing 4 other home solar system providers, and we are SO GLAD we made the right decision. The initial in-home evaluation was conducted by Charlie Johnson of Wipomo and his diligent team (works in tandem with Green Energy EPC) to meticulously examine and determine our energy usage, needs, and future requirements. We felt that this individualized attention resulted in the solar design being the right configuration for our home. We did not end up with more panels than necessary (some companies wanted to install more than needed), thereby saving money. Charlie
Ryan S.
Jul 05, 2016
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I got quotes from 5 different solar providers. I had a unique situation as I had just purchased a electric car, had less than a year of electricity usage in my current home, and planned to expand my usage in other ways (AC, instant hot water, etc). Other companies did a quick lookover of my usage on SDGE and gave me a quote. One 'big name' company that did a plan over the phone after looking at satellite images even suggested I put solar on the first story of my garage roof that is completely shaded by the second story of my home from 11 am onward. When I suggested that this was a bad
Vin S.
Apr 16, 2016
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Wipomo did a great job getting my solar system designed to keep costs down while at the same time making sure that I had adequate capacity. The owner, Mr. Charlie Johnson, is an affable, bright, and thoughtful person. Somebody with what seems to be a conscience, which is becoming rarer and rarer these days.
There's a million companies out there nowadays pitching residential solar installations in California. And now, everybody is rushing to get grandfathered under the original net metering program, which SDGE hates. How dare we threaten their exploitive monopoly?!
Don't hesitate to
There's a million companies out there nowadays pitching residential solar installations in California. And now, everybody is rushing to get grandfathered under the original net metering program, which SDGE hates. How dare we threaten their exploitive monopoly?!
Don't hesitate to
John L.
Mar 06, 2015
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Before having my solar system installed I talked with four different companies. Charlie Johnson of Wipomo, a representative from Green Energy EPC was the one person that was head and shoulders above the rest. Not only did he answer all of the questions I had but offered a great deal of important facts that I had not thought about. Even if you have talked to other representatives you definitely need to talk to Charlie before making you decision. He is very knowledgeable about solar and has a wealth of information. He was the one that sold me on Green Energy EPC. He made a point of doing a follow
Alan D.
Feb 05, 2015
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Although Green Energy EPC did our solar installation (see review under their name), it was Charlie Johnson of Wipomo who first met with us to survey our needs and recommend the size and type of installation to fulfill those needs. Charlie and Sam (of Green Energy) worked seamlessly together with us during this process.
In addition to a "plain" roof-top installation, Charlie also told us about other things Wipomo has developed: (1) provide batteries for a totally off-grid system if we needed that, which we did not; (2) install electric car charging stations; (3) change hybrid cars into
In addition to a "plain" roof-top installation, Charlie also told us about other things Wipomo has developed: (1) provide batteries for a totally off-grid system if we needed that, which we did not; (2) install electric car charging stations; (3) change hybrid cars into
Liza R.
Aug 25, 2014
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Wipomo is a Solar power and EV conversion, battery storage co.
I was impressed with them because I had done A LOT of research on solar and they were the most straight forward with a fair price quote (the first time) of the 6 or 7 other company's I interviewed! I also liked that they are up on the latest innovations and the authentic interest they have in clean renewable energy for all the right reasons.
They made some custom design choices that are great for my roof situation and I just really like the whole team! So much so that I applied for a job with wipomo and am now their social media
I was impressed with them because I had done A LOT of research on solar and they were the most straight forward with a fair price quote (the first time) of the 6 or 7 other company's I interviewed! I also liked that they are up on the latest innovations and the authentic interest they have in clean renewable energy for all the right reasons.
They made some custom design choices that are great for my roof situation and I just really like the whole team! So much so that I applied for a job with wipomo and am now their social media
