Commercial Solar Blog
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Solar Lease: How Does It Increase Property Value?
For solar to be adopted consistently across commercial properties, there must be a credible and meaningful financial benefit to commercial property owners. Until...
Christopher Naismith: The Future of Decarbonization Planning in Renewable Energy
In the last 10 years, the term net zero has evolved from buzzword to policy - a policy adopted by every major company and government agency to reduce and offset the...
The Facts About Commercial Solar Panel Cleaning
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...
Do Solar Panels Increase Property Taxes in California?
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...
6 Sustainability Trends in Commercial Real Estate
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...
Boosting Your Rent Roll with Commercial Solar
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...
What’s a PTO for Solar?
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...
Ballasted Solar Racking: What You Need to Know
If you’re considering solar for your commercial building, it’s safe to assume that you probably have some reservations about your roof. It’s a pretty serious investment that keeps your tenants safe and dry and protects your structure from the elements. The last thing...
Attracting New Tenants with Commercial Solar
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...
Commercial Roofing, the Customer-Centric Way with Bill Pegnato
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...
Do Commercial Solar Panels Void My Roof Warranty?
There are plenty of ways to improve your commercial building, but investing in a quality roof is probably one of the most important. It shields your structure from the elements and keeps your tenants dry, so you appreciate having a warranty to keep it safe. Flat roofs...
The Direction and Future of Renewable Electricity
The promise of renewable energy sources is that they will improve sustainability—not just for the environment, but for businesses. After all, solar and wind aren’t subject to all the same forces as coal, natural gas, or nuclear fuel sources, and business owners value...