Photovoltaic panels, also called "PV" panels, or solar electric panels, utilize light from the sun to generate an electrical current (DC). This generated electricity passes through an inverter that converts the DC current to usable AC current that can then be utilized within a building or fed back into the grid when more energy is generated then consumed.
Installation of PV panels on your commercial building can help turn under-utilized roof space into a clean energy power source. HarneTech is experienced in all areas of solar PV project development, helping ensure a seamless transition to solar provided electricity. We pride ourselves in proposing primarily American made PV modules, inverters, and racking systems.
How a PV project unfolds:
- Site analysis
HarneTech will visit your site to analyze the feasibility of a solar PV system, with a detailed look at site shading, roof conditions, building structure, and potential panel layout.
- Proposal
A detailed proposal will be presented to you, outlining the potential system and its associated costs, energy savings, available incentives, and estimated return on investment
- System Design
Upon proposal acceptance, we will work with our engineering partners to develop design drawings for you system, detailing the system layout, panel and inverter specifications, mounting arrangement, and electrical integration. These drawings will assist in the permit process.
- Installation
Licensed electrical contractors with solar energy experience will install your system. All required permits will be pulled before installation to make sure that all applicable codes are met. The installation time varies by the size of your system, but HarneTech will be sure to make as little impact on your building operations as possible.
- Grants and Incentives
HarneTech will lead the process in applying for all possible grants or incentives that are applicable to your system. These incentives include any available at the state or federal level. Furthermore, if your system has the capacity, HarneTech will register your system to receive SRECs, or solar renewable energy credits.
- Commissioning
Once your system is installed, HarneTech will make sure all components are properly operating. These systems have very little maintenance and will generate renewable energy for your building for many years.
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