Solar For
Government

Government entities across Missouri and Illinois are switching to solar electricity. Local governments recognize the power of solar to save money for what really matters to their organization… serving others. Solar for government allows community and civic organizations to achieve long-term financial stability in service of amplifying their reach.

Solar Energy in
Government

As the concern for renewable energy continues to grow, local governments have a unique opportunity to serve their communities through solar. The affordability of solar systems in recent years has led numerous municipalities across Illinois and Missouri to begin utilizing clean, sustainable energy. Not only does installing solar provide environmental benefits, but government entities can also take advantage of lower, more predictable utility bills. The money saved through garnering clean energy and leveraging available incentives allows governments to support their communities better.

For more than a decade, the team of experts at StraightUp Solar has provided high quality solar arrays for businesses, homes, and government entities alike. We are a Certified B Corporation (B Corp), prioritizing people and planet in our daily work. Our dedication to ensuring your arrays are manufactured correctly and work efficiently is evident in every service we provide. If you’re seeking to greatly reduce your monthly utility bills through a top-tier solar system, request a free quote from our commercial solar installers today.

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Why
Solar Energy

Relying upon traditional means of energy is unpredictable and can significantly impact both your budget and bottom line. However, by switching to the steady and consistent rates solar provides, you protect your annual budget from the unexpected increases. The money you immediately save can be used to better your community.

Often, the most costly operational expense for government entities is energy consumption. Harvesting solar energy can give your organization the ability to reduce one of your largest costs, allowing you to spread your core service even further. As a government entity, your job is to create and enforce policies that support your community. By investing in solar energy, you’re setting an example for the businesses and residences in your area.

GOVERNMENT SOLAR POWER

INCENTIVES

How much money will solar power add to YOUR bottom line?

The cost of solar energy has dropped over 80% during the last decade. State and federal incentives can put some of the purchase price right back in your pocket. This means regular working families now go solar every day. Moreover, StraightUp Solar offers financing options that make it even easier.

POWER PURCHASE
Agreement

Thanks to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, solar energy has become more affordable for government entities with the Direct Pay of the Federal Investment Tax Credit. This new feature of the tax credit allows non-tax paying entities to receive the full value of the tax credit by making the 30% tax credit refundable. Learn more about solar incentives for government.

WHAT IS A POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENT (PPA)?

A PPA is a contract where solar companies, such as StraightUp Solar, finance, build, own, and maintain a system on a customer’s site. The solar electricity generated by the arrays is then sold to the customer at a reduced and fixed rate that’s typically lower than traditional energy.

Through a PPA agreement, you can invest in clean, sustainable energy without the upfront costs. It allows you to maintain your annual budget and lay the foundation for a brighter future.

To visualize the advantages of a Power Purchase Agreement, check out our interactive graphic below!

How it Works

Use our interactive graphic to learn more about how power purchase agreements can work for you.

Why Choose
StraightUp Solar?

StraightUp Solar is the energy, procurement, and construction (EPC) solar energy firm of choice by government institutions in Missouri and Illinois. Our upfront and transparent cost analyses, combined with our design to build project management services, keep customers coming back for more. As a full-service firm, we handle all aspects of your custom solar project, providing timely updates that keep you well informed every step of the way.

When you choose our solar installation company in Missouri and Illinois, you’ll receive a team of professionals whose goal is to continuously improve their processes, operations, and services. We re-evaluate our design and build practices in addition to the equipment we use. As a fully insured and licensed turnkey solar firm staffed by in-house NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners)-certified professionals, you can be certain that your project is in the hands of experts.

Our workmanship and production warranties, in addition to manufacturer warranties, give you and your key stakeholders peace of mind. We also provide operations and maintenance plans that ensure your system is performing as expected.

STRAIGHTUP SOLAR IS A
Certified B Corp

StraightUp Solar first became Certified as a Benefit Corporation (B Corp) in 2015. Unique in the business world, B Corps commit to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

Start the Process of Government Solar Panels

It’s never been easier or more affordable to set a prime example of environmental awareness and protection for your community. By switching to solar, you can reduce one of your largest operational expenses and reallocate the money saved to fund programs that benefit your residents. Plus, taking advantage of a Power Purchase Agreement allows you to garner renewable energy without the upfront costs. Request a free, honest quote today to start reaping the benefits of solar for your government agency.

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See Our Solar Smiles

"There were a couple of reasons why we chose StraightUp Solar… First of all, we liked the people. They were incredibly helpful, very informative of the process, very patient as we went through our bidding process. Number two, they were local. Third… the price was very competitive in comparison with other vendors."

"To be honest, I was a little skeptical of solar at first. I didn't know if it would be a good fit for our organization as a manufacturer. I had a lot of questions and StraightUp Solar was able to answer those questions well... We developed trust so decided to move forward with StraightUp Solar. We needed a lot of help and StraightUp Solar was there to walk us through the process. It is a complicated project because you're working with utility providers, municipalities, raw material suppliers and StraightUp Solar was able to lay out a plan for us."

"The other really positive thing about StraightUp Solar is you have this big project, and when it's done you might have a sense of 'What do I do next?' They offer help after the project is implemented. They monitor our solar array to make sure it's generating power it should generate, they do regularly planned site visits to make sure everything's functioning. If I have questions I know I can call them. It's not one of those scenarios where they do the project and then they're gone. They're invested in us as a company and they care about our success."

“We were looking at putting in a larger system and from the first encounter with StraightUp Solar they knew all of the regulations and steps our system would have to adhere to. Not only were they incredibly knowledgeable about the entire solar process, but they were also friendly and easy to work with.”

"I have had the pleasure of working with StraightUp Solar for my commercial solar installation at Mountain Top Motor Co. I am very in-depth when it comes to interviewing companies to do business with. I asked a lot of hard questions and I wanted more information than your typical consumer. David at StraightUp Solar not only answered all my questions but taught me some things along the way. StraightUp Solar knew the equipment and the needs of my building more than any other company. They really put a lot of effort into building a quote and system even before a contract was awarded. Through the installation they were great communicators and everything went smoothly. Very impressed with the entire process."

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Solar For
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Solar Energy in
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Why
Solar Energy