Agriculture

Harvest the sun

Agriculture Solar Nation is the perfect partner for agricultural businesses that want to expand their use of earth-friendly practices by incorporating renewable energy systems to power operations. A photovoltaic (PV) solar-electric system from Solar Nation can cut energy costs, provide shelter for equipment, and reduce greenhouse-gas emissions. Agricultural businesses have a unique opportunity to demonstrate environmental stewardship and realize significant returns from underutilized rooftops, parking areas, storage areas, and land by installing advanced solar-electric systems from Solar Nation. And because these systems are typically financed with low-interest loans, or they are third-party owned, there is usually little to no upfront capital required.

Ownership model provides 15-25 percent return on investment

Solar Nation works with the business tax advisors to financially reverse engineer a system to meet tax and power-consumption needs
Business/owner finances project, taking advantage of all tax, USDA, and other incentives
Business/owner typically receives a 3-5 year payback and 20 plus years of nearly-free power
Third-party ownership model requires no investment; provides secure rental income and low-cost power.
Business leases space to third-party (Solar Nation or affiliate)
Business enters into a power-purchase agreement with third-party system owner to purchase power at a 20 to 30% reduction from current utility rates
Third-party system owner builds, operates, cleans, and maintains system for 20 years or longer

Businesses receive substantial benefits

Significant revenue from rooftops, shelter, and ground-mount arrays
Reduced state and federal taxes
Capital improvements to properties
Decreased and stabilized energy costs
Material and equipment shelter solutions cover storage/parking areas, providing added value
Enhanced Corporate Image, Positive PR
Use of renewable is a selling point to customers

Agriculture - Solar Reduce roofing costs

If a roof needs repair, or if it is near the end of its warranty, now is the perfect time to install solar. Cash generated by Solar Nation systems defrays the cost of expensive repairs or reroofing. If a roof is in good shape, Solar Nation has solutions to keep your existing warranty intact, and in most cases to perform the necessary scope of work to manufacturer’s specifications, so that the warranty is extended. And Solar Nation offers non-penetrating roof-mount racking and support systems, so roof integrity is not compromised.

Solar Nation provides turnkey systems and solutions

Solar Nation handles projects from A-Z, with no outsourcing, to provide seamless, cost-effective turnkey solutions
From zoning and permitting to system commissioning and preparing incentives applications, Solar Nation does it all
Experienced in managing the largest, most complex projects
Process begins with site assessment, financial analysis, and financial modeling
Maximized use of grants, credits, and other incentives
Technology and OEM agnostic—chooses right technology and equipment for you
Innovative, elegant, cost-effective, durable solutions
Non-penetrating roof-mount racking and support systems
Custom material and equipment shelter designs
In-house engineering and architecture acumen to meet any challenge
Transparency with regard to system costs and energy savings
Fully managed follow-on services including hassle-free operation, cleaning, and maintenance
25-year panel warranty and best overall system warranty in the industry
Delivered on time, on budget, and without disruption

Agriculture - Solar Solar Nation is the gold standard in solar-electric systems

Our systems are built of the highest quality components and designed for the greatest efficiency, productivity, and durability. Our ability to procure and assemble top quality equipment will provide maximum performance, reliability, value, and revenue for your property.

Intangibles you can see and feel

Solar Nation provides customized turnkey solar-electric systems that conform to property, business, and community needs. We work closely with business management to design and financially model a system that meets property and business needs and then work with business management every step of the way, from zoning through project completion. Solar Nation is skilled in customized designs for material and equipment shelter applications (similar to carports), and Solar Nation’s project management ensures that the implementation process is transparent, participatory, and inclusive—engaging the business management and appropriate community organizations, local government authorities, and community stakeholders in all aspects of the decision-making process. We utilize local labor and suppliers and support charities that make a difference for the communities we serve.

An investment and a hedge

With today’s rapidly rising energy costs, solar not only provides a strong return on investment, it also reduces exposure to utility rate increases and tiered rate systems, allowing agricultural business owners to forecast and control energy costs.

Agriculture solar The best people, providing the best solutions, at the best price

Solar Nation brings its wealth of people and experience to every project. Beginning with Solar Analysts who provide detailed financial analysis and design and continuing through engineering, procurement, and construction, Solar Nation has the people, the expertise, and the organization to provide turnkey systems to our clients and to operate and maintain those systems for years to come.