Non-Profits

Meeting Your Sustainable Stewardship Goals

Non-profit organizations are under increasing pressure to use renewable resources and cut costs, and Solar Nation has developed services tailored to meet those needs. With our financial strength, vertical integration, and project experience, Solar Nation has all the internal capabilities needed to plan, design, build, upgrade, expand, modernize, optimize, operate, and maintain solar infrastructure, all while creating local jobs and utilizing American-made components.

No out-of-pocket expenses

NPO leases space to third-party system owner (Solar Nation or affiliate)
NPO enters into power-purchase agreements with system owner purchase power at a 20 to 30% reduction from current utility rates
System owner builds, operates, cleans, and maintains system

An array of other benefits

Enhanced image—Positive PR
Capital improvements to properties, ownership reverts to building owner at end of term
Carport solutions cover parking lots, providing additional benefit to employees
Carport solutions, providing aesthetic appeal, improving the appearance of the property

From ground-mount systems for vacant land to roof and carport systems that conform to architectural covenants, Solar Nation has solutions that will meet your needs

Non-profits Solar Nation provides customized, turnkey solar-electric systems that conform to NPO, site, system owner, and community needs. Solar Nation works closely with NPO leadership to design and financially model a system that meets NPO, site, community, and system owner requirements and then works with NPO leadership every step of the way from financial modeling and preliminary system design through project completion. Solar Nation is skilled in customized designs for architecturally-sensitive applications, and Solar Nation’s project management ensures that the implementation process is transparent, participatory, and inclusive—engaging NPO leadership and system owner as well as appropriate community organizations, local government authorities, and community stakeholders in all aspects of the decision-making process. We utilize local labor and suppliers.

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 permitting to system commissioning Solar Nation handles all aspects of the project
Experienced in managing the largest, most complex projects
Process begins with site assessment, financial analysis, and financial modeling
Maximized use of incentives
Technology and OEM agnostic—chooses right technology and equipment for the application
Innovative, elegant, cost-effective, durable fully warranted solutions
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 and without disruption

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. And 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.

Experience that matters

Solar Nation has delivered some of the largest solar projects nationwide and has a history of delivering for non-profit organizations. We have all the documentation and organizational infrastructure necessary to meet your organization’s administrative requirements and to get the job done.

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.

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.