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Commercial Solar and Storage
COMMERCIAL SOLAR and STORAGE TAX CREDIT DEADLINE is 12-31-27
The "One Big Beautiful Bill" significantly alters the landscape of tax credits for commercial solar and battery storage projects in the U.S.
Commercial solar + storage projects must be completed by 12-31-27 to qualify for the 30% Investment Tax Credit. Email Ashley Conrad Gordon, Commercial Energy Analyst, at ashley@solarponics.com.
If you would like to get a preliminary energy audit for your business, call Solarponics at (805) 466-5595, or email ashley@solarponics.com.
Solarponics Advantage
Greater Value.
Value is many things. To us, it is quality equipment, from trusted suppliers and manufacturers. It is a fair price for work completed. It is follow-up service. It is clear and accurate information and communication. And above all, it is our commitment to always do the right thing.
Experienced
With 50 years in the solar business and over 5,500 sustainable energy installs, you can rest assured you're in good hands. Many of our employees have been with us over 10 years. That’s longer than most solar companies have been in business.
Trusted
We are member/owners of Amicus, the nations largest solar co-op. As an Amicus Solar Cooperative member, you gain access to the best pricing, products, shared knowledge, and technology.
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Why commercial solar energy and storage is good for your business
- Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) has been extended into 2025. Click for REAP details.
- Accelerated Depreciation: Businesses may take accelerated five-year depreciation on the cost of a commercial solar energy system under “MARCS”, Modified Accelerated Cost-Recovery System.
- 30% Federal Tax Credit on the cost of the system, with no cap thru Dec 31, 2032.
- Eliminate unforeseen energy cost increases due to unpredictable rate changes.
- Demonstrate your green credentials to customers, suppliers, community, and industry.
- ROR of 30% or higher.
- Reduce Operating Costs: If your business operates seven days a week, your ROR can be as high as 50%.
- Low Maintenance. The system has no moving parts, requiring very little maintenance.Commercial Solar Cost Per Watt
Learn About CPACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) Financing
Eight Misconceptions About solar Energy For Commercial Buildings
We are moving into a period of eco-business responsibility. As a result, businesses are looking to build partnerships with other suppliers and retailers that are eco-conscious. With ISO 14001 increasingly becoming a prerequisite for many partnerships, installing a commercial solar PV system alongside implementing an environmental management plan can make a big difference when it comes to attracting new as well as repeat business. A commercial solar energy system can help you gain an extra competitive advantage in a tough economic climate.
18% of all cars purchased in California in 2022 were electric. 100% of all cars for sale after 2035 will be electric.
Establish your brand as a sustainable leader. Commercial electric car chargers can reduce your carbon footprint, improve air quality, and offer a unique amenity for those that have the ability to charge their vehicle while at work. Offering EV charging solutions stations at your business is also a great way to attract and retain employees.
• Commercial EV charge stations are eligible for the 30% federal tax credit
• Commercial EV charge stations range from 16 amp to 80 amp fast chargers.
• Networked EV charging lets drivers find you at no cost.
• Set charging fees by time, session, kWh, or any combination of those. You can set fees for different drivers or groups of drivers or for different times of the day.
Commercial water recirculation systems for added comfort, convenience, water, and energy savings.
Waiting for hot water is miserable. Plus, this wastes a lot of water. Over a year, the wasted static water in a small office of 10-12 people wastes over 12,000 gallons. An office building of 100 people wastes over 120,000 gallons of water per year.
Of all the water in the world, less than 1% is available for human use. Protecting and managing our most precious resource is everyone’s responsibility.
Solution
A Water Recirculation system installed by Solarponics.
How it works
Water recirculation pumps are installed on all sinks and faucets in bathrooms and kitchen areas. Hot water is circulated through the “cooled” hot water lines until the water is hot at the faucet. The cool water is circulated back to the water heater(s) via the cold-water line, and no water is wasted during the wait.
Commercial Heat Pump Water Heating is a Bright Business Investment
Businesses of all sizes are realizing the benefits of commercial heat pump water heating to reduce their ever increasing PG&E bills. With the 30% federal tax credit still available, it’s an ideal time to look into heat pump water heating. Some industries that will benefit most from a commercial het pump water heating system include; hotels, craft breweries, laundromats, dry cleaners, restaurants, and more.
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Commercial Heat Pump Water Heating Credits and Rebates
- Commercial heat pump water heating qualifies for 5-year acceleration depreciation.
- In certain instances, it also qualifies for Section 179 deduction.
- In-house solar engineering team to ensure your heat pump water heating system generates the most energy savings possible, thus saving you the most.
- Peace of mind in knowing you just made a wise investment as well as an environmental improvement.
Introducing PACE Commercial Financing
The Property Assessed Clean Energy program (PACE), and commonly referred to as Bill AB 811, is now available that allows businesses to start saving immediately by installing a renewable energy system with ZERO MONEY DOWN, and payment terms that are less than your current energy bill. Plus, PACE financing does not affect your line of credit or other business credit worthiness. Your payments are tied to the property taxes of the commercial address.Why Commercial Property Owners Like PACE
- 100% up front financing for qualified upgrades.
- The payment obligation for the PACE assessment stays with the property if it is sold.
- PACE assessments quality as an operating expense under most triple-net lease agreements. You can pass the payments and/or savings along to tenants.
- Allows building to finance improvements while incurring no additional debt on a property.
- Projects are cash flow positive from the outset. Interest rates are relatively low and payable over an extended period of time (up to 20 years).
- Security of tax lien allows building owners, who often lack investment-grade credit ratings, to access third party financing for energy upgrades.
- Using property assessments preserves capital and credit line for core business investments.
Both solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems can provide many benefits for companies in both the private and commercial sector. From promoting cost savings to ensuring a business can handle a grid outage without a loss of production or product, solar PLUS storage is an excellent addition to any company. Interested in a solar-only solution for your business? Click here.
Here’s a breakdown of the most significant benefits of commercial solar PLUS battery storage:
1. Lower Prices Than Utility Rates
A solar PV system can produce onsite energy at a rate that is lower, per kWh, than what the local utility would charge. A battery storage and backup system can deliver tariff-specific demand charge savings, which can be a major benefit for commercial operations.
When solar energy and battery storage are paired, they offer enhanced benefits. Not only are the savings and ROI much higher when the technologies work as a duo, but a combined solar and storage system has the potential to streamline the use of energy and significantly reduce demand charge risk. In San Luis Obispo County, peak demand drives energy costs from roughly $20 per KW to $52 during high-demand periods. Get a Quote
2. Reduced Intermittency
One of the largest challenges facing companies today is solar intermittency, which can make energy production not completely predictable and consistent.
By installing battery backup systems, commercial operations can reduce demand charge risk due to solar intermittency. This, in turn, makes energy production consistently reliable and reduces the risk of demand charge-related electricity expenses.
3. Reliable Backup Power
Adding commercial battery backup to an existing solar system will also enhance the resilience of a building’s power supply. This is one of the most important considerations for commercial operations today.
When a company installs backup batteries, they store excess energy produced by solar panels. This energy is then “stored” for later use. If the company then experiences an outage or disconnection from the grid, the building can utilize the solar battery backup to access power, even in the event of an outage.
5. Corporate Image and Social Responsibility
Today, customers want to do business with companies that support the same social and environmental initiatives that they do. Because of this, installing solar panels and backup batteries at your company is a great way to attract positive attention and market yourself and your company as an organization that cares about the environment and reduces dependence on nonrenewable resources. Get a Quote
6. Cost Savings
Most commercial utility customers pay on a kilowatt-hour basis for the power they use. The cost per kilowatt-hour is based on the company’s highest usage period within a single billing cycle. As such, companies are billed for utilization spikes that exceed their standard number of kilowatt-hours, which can create hundreds or even thousands of dollars of cost overrun during months when costs have increased.
It’s not at all uncommon for companies to find that demand charges make up more than 50% of their monthly commercial utility bills.
While alternative energy sources, such as solar power, can offset demand charges, batteries are the one element that can truly reduce the costs associated with peak energy use. By delivering stored solar power on-demand, battery backup systems are ideal for reducing expenses and helping companies save money in the long term.
Is Your Organization A Good Candidate for Solar Energy Storage?
Battery storage works well for corporate locations that have already installed or will be installing solar panels. By reducing high monthly demand charges, commercial solar battery storage helps companies keep more money in their pockets.
Solar plus battery storage and backup is not just for large corporations anymore. Small to mid-sized companies are discovering the benefits of solar plus battery backup:
- Hotels Resorts
- Hospitals
- Medical Office Buildings
- Hardware Stores
- Laundromat
- Agricultural companies with large operations
- Car Wash
- Wineries
- Churches
- Manufacturing
- Warehousing
- Retail
- Restaurants
Testimonials
When it comes to sustainable energy systems and service, central coast residents trust Solarponics.
Marilyn from Templeton says,
Quote. Solarponics installed our system almost 20 years ago. There are occasions when your system needs to be serviced.
With Solarponics, work is completed quickly with knowledge and skill. This is AS IMPORTANT a part of a solar company as the original installation.
Thank you, Marilyn, for your Google review.
When we install a sustainable energy system, we’re installing a lifetime of AS IMPORTANT service.
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Solar Energy Incentives & Rebates
We identify and help you take advantage of any incentive and/or rebate that is available. Solarponics also occasionally has internal solar energy incentives and rebates. Your energy analyst will always present you with the best possible current incentive that you are eligible for to save you the most money.
Plant-A-Tree Effort - 100,000 lb CO2 sequesteded since 2022
For every system we install, Solarponics is planting a tree on our customers' behalf. Previously we worked thru Arbor Day Foundation for this effort. Currently we work with One Tree Planted.org. Our original goal was to plant 1,000 trees. When we say "plant", we mean we donate the funds to cover the cost to plant one tree. One Tree Planted does the actual planting. We reached our 1,000 tree goal on Nov 18, 2022. Our new goal is to plant 10,000 trees by the end of 2030.
Solarponics is committed to addressing environmental issues facing us through the installation of sustainable energy products, including solar PV, wind energy, water heating, and energy storage. Our vision? For every building and residence on the Central Coast to have a net-zero energy resource and consumption footprint.
One Tree Planted is committed to addressing issues such as climate, wildlife habitat, CO2 sequestration… through trees. One Tree Planted has planted over 135.5 million trees with 378 partners across 82 countries in North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe and the Pacific.
DID YOU KNOW
An average 9kW solar energy system saves the average homeowner upwards of $65,000 over the life of the system.
