Commercial Solar Solutions

Commercial Solar

30-100 kW

Solar arrays of this magnitude in commercial settings necessitate specialized systems to safeguard the grid from their substantial electricity generation. This means that for any system over 30kW, what is known as a PVDB or "Grid Protection Unit" has to be installed.

Additionally, obtaining specific permission from your local electricity network (DNSP) is imperative for connecting these sized arrays to the grid. Businesses operating on this scale, particularly medium-sized office buildings, local clubs, and small retail establishments, are encouraged to get in touch with the team at xTechs Renewables who will handle any and all of your concerns or general enquiries.

Over 100 kW

Exceeding the 100 kW threshold renders you ineligible for claiming the STC "rebate." However, there's no need for alarm as you can still avail yourself of a subsidy termed 'LGCs'. LGC’s or 'Large-scale Generation Certificates' are paid differently compared with STC's. The STC ‘rebate’ is paid in advance and essentially works as an upfront discount of the cost of a system, the LGC ‘rebate’ is something that must be accurately tracked, reported and claimed each year.

This subsidy is an annual payment contingent upon the actual energy output of your system. Nevertheless, this entails added complexity and paperwork for your business, mandating the installation of a specialized meter and yearly reporting of generation to access your 'rebate.' These larger systems are commonly found in hotels, expansive offices, wineries, and small to medium-sized factories

What else is important regarding Commercial Solar Installations?

Adhering to a meticulous maintenance schedule is crucial. According to the Clean Energy Council (CEC) regulations, it is mandatory for installers to furnish customers with a maintenance schedule. For larger commercial systems, installers typically provide a highly detailed and customized maintenance plan that can either be executed by the installers themselves or arranged by the business through a third-party service.

As part of this maintenance schedule, our company offers biannual checks during the initial two years. Additionally, we offer pressure washing services that can remove dirt or other debris when it starts impacting the system's performance.

The cleaning of solar panels should be approached on a case-by-case basis rather than adhering to a fixed schedule. Solar panels generally possess self-cleaning properties; however, in regions with high pollution or dust accumulation, manual intervention may be necessary.

A reliable monitoring solution should grant you the capability to track your overall consumption effectively. This means you'll have the ability to observe, at any given hour, the impact of solar power on your business in terms of both pre- and post-solar energy contributions. For this, xTechs Renewables uses Solar Analytics as our monitoring solution of choice for the greatest benefits for You, our valued partner.