Learn about commercial solar through insightful blog content and interviews with industry leaders.
Solar is pretty complex. We get questions about nearly every aspect of the technology–especially performance and weather. One of the most common ones we get is “do solar panels work on cloudy days?” If you’re considering bringing solar to your site, these kinds of...
The landscape of commercial real estate is changing rapidly, and it’s putting new pressures on tenants and owners alike. Utility energy rates are seeing massive upticks. Companies are adopting new ESG commitments. Up-and-coming sustainability trends are reshaping the...
If you look around, there’s clearly a growing demand for commercial solar. It’s not just for industrial warehouses and big box stores anymore. Everything from shopping centers to office buildings are getting in on the action, using onsite solar to lower tenant energy...
With rising utility energy rates and more interest in sustainability in the market, there’s never been a better time to finance commercial solar. These systems are here to stay, offering countless financial and environmental benefits. The biggest challenge for most...
It’s been a big year of milestones for King Energy. We’ve managed our 100th energy program in California. We've served our 8 millionth square foot of tenant space. We’ve also launched some of our biggest projects to date, pushing 1 MWs at numerous locations. But...
Regular maintenance is key to keeping any investment running smoothly. This is especially true of solar systems, where a routine inspection and cleaning keeps panels generating more energy. If ignored, dust, dirt, and grime tints panels, blocking light and reducing...
There are countless benefits to adding a solar system to your building. But, it can feel almost too easy to get panels on the roof, hook them to the grid, and start generating power. What’s the catch? Some commercial property owners mistakenly believe that increasing...
Commercial real estate is a rapidly-evolving world. From the rise of flexible working spaces to new advances in technology, it can be hard to tell how else CRE could grow. But, sustainability is still a major opportunity for the industry. Commercial buildings use...
You treat your commercial property as an investment, and you want to get the most out of your money by staying up to date. If you’ve recently looked to revamp your amenities, the idea of commercial solar has probably come across your path once or twice. But, one of...
It’s no secret that there are a number of hoops to jump through before your commercial solar system goes online. Between the applications, inspections, and approvals, it’s a lot to manage, although they are all for good reason. Keeping the solar process organized and...
Managing vacancy is an unavoidable part of being a property owner or manager. Tenants can move locations or unfortunately close up shop, and it’s always tough to see them go. You develop a relationship with them, and they become a part of your community. Plus, a...
Much of the excitement for the increasing availability and efficiency of commercial rooftop solar emphasizes the latter half—the solar part. But there is no rooftop solar without the roof, and that’s Bill Pegnato’s specialty. Bill, the CEO of Pegnato Roof Intelligence...