Real Estate

Investment Grade--Solar Nation systems provide strong returns on underutilized real estate

Real estate owners, managers, developers, and investors have a unique opportunity to demonstrate environmental stewardship and realize significant revenue from underutilized rooftops, parking lots, and land by installing advanced solar-electric systems from Solar Nation. And because these systems are typically financed with low-interest equipment or real-estate improvement 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 owner’s tax advisors to financially reverse engineer a system to meet tax and power-consumption needs
Owner finances project, taking advantage of all available incentives
Owner sells discounted power to tenant and other off-takers, under terms of power-purchase agreements
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

Property management leases space to third-party (Solar Nation or affiliate)
Property management, tenants, and other off-takers enter into power-purchase agreements with third-party to purchase power at a 20 to 30% reduction from current utility rates
No out-of-pocket expenses, third party system owner builds, operates, cleans, and maintains system for 20 years or longer.

Real estate owners, managers, developers, investors, and their tenants receive substantial benefits

Significant revenue from rooftops, carport, and ground-mount arrays
Reduced state and federal taxes
Decreased operating costs because of reduced long-term energy costs
Decreased and stabilized energy costs for tenants, providing tenants with added value.
Carport solutions cover parking lots, providing tenants with added value
Carport solutions, providing aesthetic appeal, improving the appearance of the property
Enhanced Corporate Image, Positive PR
Capital improvements to properties
Selling point to attract tenants, buyers, and sellers

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.

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
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

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.

Real estate Intangibles you can see and feel

Solar Nation provides customized turnkey solar-electric systems that conform to property, property management, and community needs. We work closely with property management to design and financially model a system that meets property and property owner needs and then work with property management every step of the way, from zoning 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 property 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 property managers and tenants to forecast and control energy costs.

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.