The renewable energy options are endless
It’s no secret that renewable energy alternatives present attractive new options for commercial real estate owners and occupants. The challenge is, where to start? The choices alone can be staggering: solar, wind, biomass, hydro, to name a few. Success requires not just a deep understanding of the technologies involved, but a sound strategy and follow-through implementation process. It is not a task for the inexperienced, but for a trustworthy, knowledgeable partner.
Solar’s shining prospects
With improving equipment performance, reduced investment costs, increasing government incentives and the near-certainty of future price hikes for non-renewable energy, solar is a more viable alternative than ever. There are two different options when considering solar as an energy source--even a revenue stream:
Through a third party provider of solar energy:
- Obtaining solar power through a Power Purchase Agreement from a third-party provider that owns, installs and maintains a solar system on your property.
- Renting large flat-roof spaces such as warehouse roofs to an outside developer for a fee and/or cost-free solar power
- Purchasing solar energy from an off-premises generator
As an owner of solar energy:
- Self-generating solar energy through an owned system that can be installed in a variety of locations such as building rooftops, parking lot shade structures, mass transit waiting areas, even unused land
- We can help you make the best decisions based on many factors from building structural characteristics to potential government tax incentives and rebates. Our experts can provide a thorough, accurate analysis of upfront and ongoing costs, energy production, cost savings, ROI and payback period for any solar option you wish to explore
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To simplify the process, and mitigate all risks, once you’ve selected the best option for you our team will provide transactional, implementation and ongoing services support for the life of the system. We can also assure that your organization receives maximum credit for your renewable energy commitment toward any desired green recognition such as LEED certification.
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