Types of Businesses That Use Solar Power, and How They Benefit

There are many commercial businesses that utilize solar panels on their structures to save money on energy costs, from big box stores and super markets to storage units and office buildings. Thanks to the dropping expense of solar dropping as technology gets more advanced, more and more businesses are going solar in an effort to reduce their environmental footprint.

From Target and Apple to Intel and Ikea, solar is the way to go as more businesses embrace a greener future. Studies show that as of 2020, 230,000 Americans worked in solar at 10,000 companies in every state, with the solar industry generating $24 billion of private investment in the nation’s economy in 2019.

Here are some of the business types that use solar:

·         Large office space buildings

·         Large corporate headquarters

·         Big box stores

·         Department stores

·         Super markets

·         Storage space

 

As more and more businesses are increasingly demanding solar systems coupled with battery storage, you will find the statistics begin to rise. Compared with just six percent in 2020, by 2025, 25 percent of all behind-the-meter solar systems will come with battery storage.

More than 100 of the Fortune 500 companies have received significant results through the use of solar power, but even small businesses and non-profits can experience substantial energy savings. The average commercial property owner can cut down on energy costs by 75 percent by installing solar panels. In fact, the average commercial property owner paid almost $2,000 a month in electric bills before going solar, paying only $500 after installing solar panels.

The tax benefits alone are advantageous to commercial businesses. The investment tax credit (ITC) allows both home and business owners to deduct 26 percent of the cost of solar energy system installation from federal taxes. There is no cap on its value.

The Importance of Maintaining Commercial Solar Panels

You have to make sure your solar panels stay cleaned and well maintained in order to get the most out of your solar panels, But before you get out the hose or rent a power washing machine from the store, take pause. You should always hire a professional to take care of this. They know how to handle the sensitive and fragile nature of solar panels, using a special touch in order to prevent damage, while at the same time getting off all that stuck-on dirt, debris, sap and bird droppings. These substances don’t allow your panels to get the most of the sun’s UV rays, which reduces how much energy your system can generate.

Want a cost-effective, quick and efficient way to ensure top-notch performance of your business’ solar panels? Get regular cleaning by professionals such as Clearview Washing technicians.

Contact Clearview Washing 

Let us schedule solar panel cleaning for your commercial business. We show up with the required tools and equipment needed to result in spotless, clean commercial solar panels that make sure you get the most out of your solar panels. Just contact us at 732-462-1187.