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How Many Solar Panels Does Your Rochester Business Need?

How many solar panels does a business need to go solar? Well, that depends. This is a great question to ask, however it doesn’t have a straightforward answer. Solar energy systems aren’t one-size-fits-all, especially for businesses, where energy needs can vary drastically depending on industry. Here are three factors that we use to determine the size of the solar energy system needed to power your business: Your monthly utility bill This is one of the most important things to consider, in addition to your annual utility expenses. It’s also important to take a look at the monthly electric rate and…

Why We Need Your Utility Bill

Calculating Your Savings At GreenSpark, going solar is a lot easier, simpler, and more affordable than you think.Turnkey and Transparent: In addition to handling the entire process from start to finish, including financing and determining what federal grants and tax incentives can be applied to your project, one of the ways we take the guesswork out of going solar is by being completely transparent at all times.That means no surprises whatsoever – well, you might be surprised to learn how much you can save with solar and how affordable it is to make the switch.Finding the Right Fit: Before you sign on…

Upstate Door

Upstate Door first made the switch to solar in 2015, with a 400kW ground-mount array installed by GreenSpark. In 2021, GreenSpark installed an additional 322kW ground-mount solar array for Upstate Door. Both projects received funding through NYSERDA’s NY-Sun program and are located in Warsaw, NY. Learn more about Upstate Door here. Want to see what we could do for you? Complete the form below to learn more. Go Back See More

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…

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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…

Community Solar Array (CSA) Tour Hosted by GreenSpark Solar and Pachamama Rochester

Take a walk on the sunny side of life and tour a Community Solar Array with GreenSpark Solar and Pachamama Rochester. Explore the first Community Solar Array in the Greater Rochester Area at GreenSpark Solar and take an insider tour of our office, which is powered by a sustainable micro-grid. This is a great opportunity to learn more about clean, local energy! Ask questions about the benefits of solar for our communities, the successes and challenges in solar development, State policy changes in REV (Reforming our Energy Vision), and how we advocate for increased solar adoption and electrification to create a…

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…

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