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.
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.
This Normal Township Activity & Recreation Center wanted a solar array to help offset the cost of their energy bills. StraightUp Solar customized a full solar solution, from design to permitting to build, that fit their needs. In addition, this is the first and largest Illinois Solar For All project in McLean County!
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.
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.
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!
Use our interactive graphic to learn more about how power purchase agreements can work for you.
StraightUp Solar provides a customized Solar
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Proposal for
your organization. Your organization then signs
a PPA with our Third Party Investor who provides
the financing for your solar project.
The Third Party Investor finances the project
and arranges for StraightUp Solar to install the
solar array and provide maintenance. The Investor
receives all financial incentives associated with
the project including the tax credits.
Your array produces solar electricity for the
grid to be consumed as needed.
In return, your organization pays the Investor
a fee for the solar electricity at a lower cost per
KWh than grid electricity.
StraightUp Solar is the engineering, 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 installers, 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 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.
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