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Jean Pierre ClejanIGSHPA, NABCEP
(516) 625-6880 x 103 www.GreenLogic.com
Commercial Solar Power Solutions
A presentation to the HIA
What is Solar Electricity (PV) ?
PV effect converts sunlight into electricity
Solar power replaces some of LIPA power
Systems are roof or ground-mounted
Super-reliable – 30+ year life, no moving parts
Benefits of installing a PV system
Lowers long-term operating costs
Adds value to property / represents solid investment
Demonstrates ‘green’ commitment
Reduces fossil fuel use / slows global warming
What makes HIA ideal for solar PV?
High LIPA rates, rising with fuel prices
Good solar exposure and incentives
Large number of sizable commercial roofs
Many LIPA “Rate 281” customers
Available Commercial PV incentives
LIPA rebate (going away over time)
30% Federal Tax Credit
Accelerated Depreciation
Moratorium on property tax increase
Suitability for commercial solar electricity
Good condition roof (or prepared to replace)
Facing South, East, West or flat with no shadows
Able to make up-front investment
Have tax liability to leverage incentives
Commercial PV Solutions
Solar panels clamped onto metal roofs
Ballasted systems on flat roofs
Laminated systems for metal and flat roofs
Building integrated systems (BIPV)
Ballasted systems
Solar panels are held down by gravity
Requires adequate structure
Low tilt angles work best with 120 MPH wind code
Normally do not require penetrations
Laminated systems
Becomes part of roof
Does not add significant weight
Very durable and impact resistant
Requires compatible roofing system
Building integrated systems
The PV system is the roof
Provides daylight in some cases
Makes visible statement
Good for canopies, awnings, sunrooms, skylights
GreenLogic Solar Electric System Cost & Return On Investment
Client: Sample HI A business with flat roof Ballasted GreenLogic commercial system with
System Size: 11,040 Watts 25 year warranty
Retail Cost of System 69,055$ * I ncludes underlying sales tax
LI PA Rebate (1.75)$ / Watt (19,320)$ Will go away in near f utures
Net Retail Cost 49,735$ Out-of -pocket cost, plus building permit f ees
Fed Tax Credit -30% -$ (14,921)$ ** Also off ered as Treasury Grant in 2010
Net System Cost after Rebate & Credit 34,815$
Accelerated Depreciation 35% (14,796)$ ** Assumes 35% eff ective tax rate
Net Cost of System 20,018$
Estimated Savings & Return on Investment:
Electricity Produced 127.5% kWh/ W/ Yr 14,076 kWh/ Yr
Loss f actor f or orientation, pitch & shade - 10.5% *** Flat roof , 5 degree panel tilt to South
Net Energy Produced 12,598 kWh/ Yr
Lif etime Energy Produced 345,606 kWhs****Reduces LI PA CO emissions by 690,000 lbs
Net Cost of Solar Power 0.06$ /kWh About 29% of what LIPA charges today
Current Cost of LI PA Power 0.20$ / kWh Will go up with fuel surcharges, rate increases..
Scenario 1 Scenario 2 Scenario 3
Ave. Annual I ncrease I n LI PA Electric Cost 5.0% 7.5% 10.0%
Estimated Useful Lif e 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years
Estimated Lifetime Electric Savings 149,706$ Savings 230,769$ Savings 364,110$ Savings
Lifetime Return on Investment 748% 1153% 1819%
Ave. Annual Return on Investment 16% 19% 21%
System Pays for I tself After Year: 6 Years 6 Years 6 Years
Solar Electricity (PV) - Recap
Provides significant financial benefits to owners
Demonstrates commitment to the future
Incentive structure favors early adopters
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