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R.D. Specialties

R.D. Specialties, GreenSpark Commercial Solar Completed in 2018, this installation in Webster provides an average annual savings of $8,500 and a lifetime savings of $210,000. Like many other local businesses, R.D. Specialties made the switch to solar for both environmental and financial savings. size: 86.36kW roof mount completed: 2018 Businesses of all sizes have taken advantage of clean and local energy to help power their businesses. Our variety of options make it easy for businesses make the sustainable switch to clean energy. Want to see what we could do for you? Complete the form below to learn more. Go Back…

Town of Williamson

Williamson became the first town in the state of NY to supply 100% of all municipal loads with its 1.5 MW solar array.

Cherry Lawn Fruit Farms

The installation in Sodus, NY is expected to cover over 100% of Cherry Lawn's electric load while saving over $26,000 annually, and $650,000 over the life of the array. The project utilized a short-term loan associated with federal tax credits, as well as a long term loan through their local bank. GreenSpark Solar was also successful in obtaining a grant for the owners through the USDA REAP program. size: 158.4kW roof mount completed: September 2015 funding: NYSERDA & USDA REAP Want to see what we could do for you? Complete the form below to learn more. Go Back See More

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Young Sommer Winery

Completed in 2015, this 20.67 kW roof mount installation in Williamson, NY for our friends at Young Sommer Winery covers 100% of the winery's electric load with a lifetime savings of $108,000. Over the years, owners Wilma & Herm Young have become vocal supporters of both solar power and GreenSpark Solar. We're honored to help them power their farm to create their award-winning ciders and wines, Businesses of all sizes have taken advantage of clean and local energy to help power their businesses. Our variety of turnkey solar solutions make it easy for businesses to make the sustainable switch to clean…

3 Easy Ways Rochester Manufacturers Can Go Solar and Save Big

The industrial and manufacturing industries include a variety of different sub sectors, many of which are intricately tied to the overall health of both the economy and the environment. And while each sub sector is distinctly unique, there is one thing they all have in common: substantial energy use. Factories, manufacturing facilities, and similar work spaces that fall within the industrial or manufacturing sector require a great deal of electricity to operate, let alone meet their production goals. Regardless of sub sector, the manufacturing process is extremely energy intensive, which can easily cause a facility’s energy costs to skyrocket. Fortunately…

Why Commercial Solar Energy Systems Make Sense for Rochester Manufacturers

The cost of doing business is going up, especially if you’re in the manufacturing industry. This is due to a number of reasons, with rising fuel and energy rates being a contributing factor. And in an increasingly competitive marketplace where demand is high and production deadlines are tight, manufacturers are spending more money than ever to keep up. As solar energy continues to gain traction within the residential sector, the commercial sector is experiencing a solar boom of its own – and for good reason. This is especially true for businesses that require large amounts of power to operate, such…

5 Benefits of Sustainable Building and Home Construction

The environmental movement doesn’t have to be confined to recycling empty cans and reducing paper waste at the office. While these small steps contribute to making a big difference, sustainable building is allowing businesses of all sizes to reduce their costs and their environmental impact from the ground up – literally. Also known as green building, sustainable building is the application of eco-friendly, resource-efficient construction processes designed to reduce the overall environmental impact of a structure throughout its lifetime. Construction and many of its operations can have can extensive direct and indirect impacts on the environment, the community, the economy,…

Rochester Commercial Solar Real Estate Benefits

Things are about to get real in California’s real estate industry. In a bold push towards increased sustainability, the five-member California Energy Commission recently voted in favor of requiring solar panels on the construction of most new homes. The new mandate won’t take effect for another two years, however it’s already making waves throughout the Golden State’s construction, real estate, and solar industries. California has long been considered a national leader and trendsetter in clean energy initiatives, and this most recent piece of legislation is aimed to set the bar even higher. Although it will add thousands of dollars to…

Why Solar Makes Sense for Sustainable Landscaping in Rochester

Solar energy is being used to power life on Earth in a number of new and exciting ways – from homes, to businesses, to farms, and even flights around the world. And it keeps getting better. As solar technology continues to improve and become even more accessible, solar energy is being used in a variety of new applications, such as lighting for sustainable landscape designs. What is sustainable landscaping and why is it important? Sustainable landscaping was born from increasing environmental concerns and includes a series of strategic methods designed to reduce environmental impact while preserving the overall aesthetic and…

Commercial Solar in Rochester: Why Partner With GreenSpark Solar?

As a local business, trust us when we say that making the decision to go with commercial solar is one of the best investments you can make – for your business, for your community, and for the planet. We wouldn’t be saying this if we didn’t use clean, local energy to power our own office in Ontario. Powering your business or institution with solar is an investment that goes far beyond real financial returns, though that’s a pretty sweet part of the deal. If you’re considering going solar, consider partnering with GreenSpark Solar, your trusted solar installer. We have a…

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