SOLAR ROOFING Photovoltaic

SOLAR TECHNOLOGY
Solar electricity: Photovoltaic (PV) technology is the process of converting solar energy into solar electricity from sunlight. Sunlight is made of photons, small particles of energy. These photons are absorbed by and pass through the material of a solar cell. The photons ‘agitate’ the electrons found in the material of the photovoltaic cell. As they begin to move (or are dislodged), these are ‘routed’ into a current. This, technically, is electricity – the movement of electrons along a path.

Photovoltaic energy is the most promising and popular form of solar energy because they hardly produce any emissions, making them perfectly safe for the environment, unlike the widely used oil and coal fired electric-generating plants. Currently, solar panel technology is the fastest-growing energy technology in the world.

Convert Your Roof into a Profit Center
There are many benefits to be gained from the installation of a photovoltaic system on your facility’s roof. Over the past few years, companies are demonstrating an increased concern for the environment, heightened energy-efficiency awareness and more stringent fiscal management. This perspective is driving many organizations to seek alternative ways to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible. Advances in solar technologies have also evolved rapidly during this time. The addition of State, Federal as well as Utility company rebates and incentives have made the adoption of solar photovoltaic systems more desirable and affordable. Contact us for a Photovoltaic Feasibility Estimate.

*Several Current Rebates
30% Federal Cash Grant or Investment Tax Credit. Local and State rebates (available in certain markets and can be as much as 50% of the system cost.)
MACRS tax deduction (Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System) which is the process of deducting 85% of the cost of the photovoltaic system over a 5 year period.

REC’s/SREC’s/AEC (Renewal Energy Certificates/Solar Renewable Energy Certificates/Alternative Energy Certificates)
which is the process of receiving certificates for creating your own power rather than drawing from the utility company.

Federal Tax Incentive: 30% Investment Tax Credit on installed system cost. Other regional power companies may offer rebates for photovoltaic systems as well.
For specific state incentives: www.dsireusa.org

In the correct conditions, your company could realize a photovoltaic system return on investment in as little as one year with an average return within 4-6 years. DURABLE ROOFING can work with your organization to help you determine if a photovoltaic system is the route to pursue. It’s easy to find out.
Simply contact us for a Photovoltaic Feasibility Estimate.