Solar Options
Solar electric
Convert Oregon sunshine into electricity and reduce your electric costs. With a solar electric system, any power generated beyond what you use is credited to your account as it passes through your meter into the power grid. Systems are flexible and modular and can be sized and expanded to meet any percentage of the energy needs for your building, whether it’s a small office or large industrial facility.
Many businesses find solar panels to be attractive to their customers and a meaningful showcase of their environmental commitment. If you’d rather have your system less visible, panels can be integrated into the building and surrounding spaces. Other installation options may include integrated roofing systems, glazing, sunshades and covered parking structures.
Solar water heating
If your business uses a lot of hot water, your most cost-effective solar option may be solar water heating. A solar water heating system preheats water for tank, tankless or boiler systems and works for both electric and natural gas customers. Motels and hotels, hospitals and medical facilities, assisted-living communities, recreation centers and laundries can gain big savings with a solar water heating system.
Solar pool heating
An outdoor swimming pool is a great place to take advantage of the sun’s power. Your pool’s filter pump diverts water to solar collectors, which directly heat water for your pool. Solar pool heating systems can reduce natural gas consumption for your pool heater by 50-70% and earn a payback on investment in just two to five years.
Investing in any solar energy system is more than just a tangible commitment to energy savings and the environment. Incorporating solar energy technologies into your facility may contribute to third-party green building certifications, such as LEED.