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Unlock Passive Income: Host a Community Solar Project on Your Commercial Rooftop

Your commercial building’s rooftop is a valuable, underutilized asset. By partnering with us to host a Community Solar project, you receive guaranteed annual lease payments while contributing to a cleaner, more resilient local energy grid. It’s an effortless way to create a reliable passive income stream and demonstrate genuine corporate social responsibility.

Why Lease Your Rooftop for Community Solar?

The Core Benefits of Becoming a Host

We provide a seamless, turn-key solution that maximizes your property’s value without requiring any capital investment or effort from your team.

 

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Guaranteed Passive Income

Receive predictable, annual rent checks for the duration of a long-term lease agreement (typically 20-25 years). This transforms unused roof space into reliable, year-over-year revenue.

Zero Cost, Zero Maintenance

We cover 100% of the project costs, including design, installation, insurance, operation, and ongoing maintenance. Your only responsibility is collecting the rent.

Community & ESG Impact

Power hundreds of local homes and small businesses by hosting the project. This is a visible, measurable way to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) targets and boost your company’s reputation.

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A Simple Partnership: Your Zero-Effort Process

Hosting a community solar array is a straightforward process designed to minimize disruption to your operations.

  1. Initial Assessment (30-45 Days): We conduct a free, non-intrusive structural, electrical, and interconnection analysis. We use satellite imagery and site visits to confirm feasibility and offer a preliminary lease payment.
  2. Agreement & Design (2-4 Months): Once the lease terms are mutually agreed upon, we take on all responsibilities, including final engineering, permitting, and securing state and utility approvals.
  3. Installation & Commissioning (4-6 Months): Our certified EPC team manages the construction process with strict adherence to safety protocols and a focus on minimizing operational impact.
  4. Annual Rent Payments (20+ Years): The project goes live, generating clean energy for the community, and you begin receiving reliable, passive income checks per the agreed-upon schedule.

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Commercial Solar Site Qualifiers

  • Minimum Roof Size: Generally, we look for at least 30,000 square feet of clear, available roof space. Larger spaces are always preferred.
  • Structural Condition: The roof structure must be assessed as sound and capable of supporting the array’s weight.
  • Roof Age/Condition: While an older roof may be acceptable, we prefer roofs either in good condition or scheduled for replacement. Low pitch standing-seam metal roofs or newly installed TPO membrane roofs work best.
  • Location: The property must be located within the territory of a participating utility. In Maryland, our primary market for development, Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE), Potomac Edison, Delmarva, and Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO) all participate in community solar.
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Comprehensive Services from Start to Finish

At Alder Energy, we provide end-to-end services, from initial consultation and design to installation and ongoing maintenance. Our goal is to ensure a seamless transition to solar energy, offering full support throughout the process.

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Beaufort City Hall

2017
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Blackbaud HQ

2018
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KION North America

2018

Ross Printing

2018

Atlas Copco

2019

Tidewater Boats

2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

Leases are typically 20 to 25 years, ensuring a stable, long-term revenue stream for your property.

The primary goal is to send power directly to the community grid. While some operational power may be used, the project is designed for off-site community subscribers, separate from your building’s direct usage.

We are responsible for all maintenance and repairs related to the solar array. Our lease agreement guarantees coverage for any roof damage caused by the installation or operation of the array.

No, we will pay any real property tax or business personal property tax increases caused by the solar installation.

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