Client Quote
"The combination of solar power with the geothermal heating and cooling system has really minimized our utility bills. I look forward to adding more solar capacity in the future."
T. Groll
Did You Know
There are 25 cities that are participating in the Department of Energy's Solar America Cities initiative. Three of these cities are San Antonio, Houston and Austin.
Financial Benefits of a Commercial Solar Installation
Solar power makes sound financial sense for many businesses.
Solar can dramatically reduce your utility bill
Rising energy costs can quickly erode profit margins. When you choose solar, you no longer have to budget for higher rates in the future. Once your system has paid for itself, all of the savings become direct profits. The higher utility rates rise, the more you save, and the more valuable your system becomes.
Solar systems offer a fast return on investment
The ROI on a solar system comes from the avoided cost of utility bills that would have been assessed in place of solar power. Most businesses see returns of 8-15% on their solar investments. How long it takes depends on where your business is located and how much electricity you use. Meridian Solar will design a system for you that will meet your financial objectives.
Solar is rewarded with government rebates and incentives
In addition to the tremendous federal financial incentives announced in early 2009, many utilities in Texas have generous cash rebate programs to motivate businesses to switch to solar. These incentives are bound to decrease or disappear over time so the sooner you decide to go solar, the more you can take advantage of these outstanding programs. Meridian Solar will work with you to ensure you take advantage of all the incentives available.
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Solar systems are virtually maintenance-free
Photovoltaic cells were originally developed for use in space where it’s critical that nothing goes wrong. Since solar panels are flat and have no moving parts, they rarely break and require little or no maintenance. Whether you’re running a business yourself or are a time-starved facility manager, you can rest assured your Meridian-designed and -installed solar electric system will be the last thing you have to worry about.
Solar is an added value to your marketing budget
Many businesses have discovered that going solar has yet another benefit: the ability to differentiate themselves in the market by demonstrating environmental leadership. Studies have shown that the general public responds positively to businesses that implement energy-conscious technologies. When your business assumes a leadership role in helping to reduce global warming by implementing clean energy sources, it demonstrates a commitment to the future health of the planet. You may choose to announce your decision to go solar in a press release which can offer valuable positive exposure for your business and strengthen your brand recognition.
