How much does a commercial solar system cost?

Cost Per Watt: As of recent data, the average installed cost of commercial solar panels is around $2.00 per watt. System Size Examples: For a typical 100 kW system, which is sufficient for many small to medium-sized businesses, the total cost would be about $200,000 before incentives.

Are commercial solar panels a good investment?

Commercial solar panel installations can significantly reduce energy costs and carbon footprints for businesses, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

What is a commercial solar system?

Commercial solar systems by Solar Electric Supply (SES) are custom solar panel grid-tie power systems for commercial buildings using REC, SolarWorld, Hanwha, Trina and Canadian Solar solar panels. Grid-tie inverters include: SMA, Fronius, SolarEdge, PV Powered, Schneider Electric and GE.

Are commercial solar panels better than residential solar panels?

Since a commercial enterprise needs far more power than a typical residence, commercial panels will most often be larger and/or more powerful than those used in residential applications. The average solar panel for a home will have 60 or 72 cells, while a commercial solar panel will have 96 cells or more.

How many solar panels does a commercial solar panel have?

The average solar panel for a home will have 60 or 72 cells, while a commercial solar panel will have 96 cells or more. Solar power is still an emerging energy source. Some commercial contractors do offer their services in all 50 states, while some focus on particular regions of the country.

How much wattage does a commercial solar panel use?

The wattage of each panel can range widely, but commercial panels are often found in the range of 300 to 400 watts per panel. When planning your installation, considering the wattage per panel alongside the total number of panels needed gives a clear picture of the system’s potential output.