For businesses, the installation of a solar power system has benefits reaching further than just financial — although the financial element is still extremely attractive.
With unpredictable energy costs that continue to rise, solar is a cost effective and practical option for businesses that are operating on a larger scale. When solar is used within a company, that company can expect to see a return on their investment within 3 years, depending on factors such as size, the brands used during installation, and also the energy usage of that company.
Solar power also has the benefit of fixed and predictable rates which help profit margins, while also allowing a company to be able to plan ahead with their monthly operational costs.
As another added benefit for businesses, solar energy is an extremely environmentally friendly and sustainable option that not only helps to reduce the carbon footprint, but also improves the consumer’s perception of your business.
On top of that, research has found that employees are now evaluating the company that they work for to see how ‘green’ they are, and how much they care for their surroundings.
This means that taking a step towards solar could also positively impact your employee retention. The beauty of solar energy is that it helps your finances internally, and your corporate social responsibility externally.
Solar For Small To Medium Sized Businesses
When running a smaller sized organisation, one of the primary ongoing concerns is making sure that cost and efficiency is running at a sustainable level so that profits are maximised.
One way to do this is to weigh up the benefits of a solar energy system — and we’re here to help!
Installing solar within your business practises has the potential to:
- Reduce energy costs
- Improve the bottom line
- Improve the work environment
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Improve the value of property
Which small to medium businesses can benefit?
A solar power system can reduce energy costs for almost any business, in particular those with a high energy use during the day.
Businesses that solar can be very effective for include:
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse and distribution centres
- Pubs
- Medical centres and nursing homes
- Gyms
- Schools
- Grocery stores
Industrial
Our team at Esena Energy specialises in creating a solar energy system customised for your business, to ensure the highest energy efficiency possible while also reducing your carbon footprint.
Installing a solar system within your industrial business has the potential to:
- Reduce energy costs
- Improve carbon footprint
- Improve process efficiencies
- Increase employee awareness and engagement
- Enhance community status and business perception
Which industrial businesses can benefit?
A solar power system can reduce energy costs for almost any business, in particular those with a high energy use during the day.
Some examples include:
- Manufacturing
- Mining
Commercial and High Rises
Whether you’re leasing your building to tenants or occupying the space yourself, there are plenty of benefits and incentives to be found when installing solar, such as:
- Reduced energy costs
- Improved cashflow and profit
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- Improved property values and rental return
Which industrial businesses can benefit?
A solar power system can reduce energy costs for almost any business, in particular those with a high energy use during the day. Some examples include:
- Apartments complexes
- Offices
- Hospitals
- Hotels
- Shopping malls
A Full Service Model
A good solar installer won’t stop at the installation of a solar power system. We offer a solution that touches every corner of your business’s energy management. While you focus on your business, we focus on getting your return on investment as soon as possible.
Our team coordinates all technical approvals and government incentives, managing the process from start to finish.
Where To From Here?
Once you’ve decided to work with our Esena Energy team, we’ll send out one of our energy specialists to conduct an initial assessment of your business’s energy consumption.
Once we can see the opportunity areas, our team will develop a custom energy plan, which includes identification of major energy usage issues, energy efficiency recommendations and available government rebates.
At Esena Energy, we pride ourselves on customer service. We promise to provide ongoing support and maintenance to your solar power system once installed.
After you’ve installed
Once the solar power system has been installed and is helping to keep your power bills down, there isn’t much to do. Just like any other appliance or piece of technology, sometimes your system will need a clean out and check over to make sure it continues to operate at its maximum potential. A routine inspection is recommended at least every five years.
Solar Panel Cleaning
It’s important to wipe down the panels to ensure they’re free to soak in as much of that natural power as possible. For this, all that’s needed is the correct safety equipment (if the panels can’t be reached from the floor), some soapy water, a hose, a window wiper/squeegee, and a small brush for wiping off loose dirt before scrubbing and rinsing. For larger corporate systems, it’s advised to hire a professional.
It’s recommended to have your solar panels cleaned a few times a year, more if your building is located in an area subject to excessive build up. By having your panels checked regularly, you’re also bound to catch any larger issues early on.
Inspections
Even with the highest quality install and the highest quality technology, it’s still strongly advised to get these checks by a professional so that you know you’re getting the most out of your system.
There are external factors that have the ability to cause damage to your system, making it either unsafe or at risk. Some of those factors include system parts that are filled with rain, animals damaging the system, damage from natural disasters, or components failing for a number of reasons.