A surging cost on any business’s utility bill is the demand charge – often making up 50-75% of the utility bill. The demand charge is the highest 15-minute interval of usage within the billing period. For some businesses this is when all of the machines turn on for the 7am shift. For others it hits around 3pm when the sun is the hottest and the air conditioning is working hardest to keep up.

In the last few years, commercial battery storage technology has advanced, making solar battery storage a real option for many companies. Using battery storage can lower electricity costs for your business by reducing utility demand charges. Additionally, when paired with solar, it can provide backup generation without relying on fuel deliveries.

Community solar enables ANY business to take advantage of solar power, even businesses who lease their premises or don’t have suitable buildings for rooftop solar energy systems. You CAN enjoy the freedom of going solar with nothing installed on your roof or property, with no hassle or maintenance – just immediate savings from green power.

Businesses with goals of utilizing renewable energy, hedging electricity costs, and reducing operational expenses are looking to commercial solar. There is no one-size-fits-all, plug-and-play solar solution. Different goals, different assets, and different finances all play into how going solar can make your business more profitable.