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- 1. Capabilities Presentation January 18, 2012
- 2. Radiance Solar is a leading Engineering Procurement Construction (“EPC”) contractor specializing in the design and installation and maintenance of solar energy systems.
- 3. Our Mission is to bring reliable solar energy within the reach of every electricity user through a relentless commitment to efficient design, aggressive procurement, and innovative construction techniques.
- 4. In-House Capabilities Solar Energy Consulting System Design and Engineering Construction and Integration Monitoring Operating and Maintenance
- 5. Proven Leadership Expertise across all aspects of evolving solar industry 70 completed projects 12 projects for GA utilities Awarded $2.8 million grant from DOE (with Suniva and GA Tech) to develop new balance of systems products. Key partnerships with recognized industry leaders Multiple repeat customers
- 6. Our Strategic Approach is to design and engineer the most efficient and cost-effective system that address the unique challenges and opportunities of each project.
- 7. East Decatur Station One of Georgia’s largest commercial roof top solar PV systems SunPower T5 318 W ballast mounted panels Schucco 220 W ballast mounted panels SMA Sunny Tower Inverters 147 kW PV System
- 8. Clough Student Center $90 Million sustainable facility build with Turner Construction 86 kW Solar Thermal System 358 Suniva 240 W modules on proprietary mounting system 30 AET solar hot water collectors swith 3,500 gallon storage tanks
- 9. Kennedy Business Center Warehouse Roof Mount Array 100 kW PV System 450 Schuco 220 W panels 11 SMA Sunny Boy 7000 Inverters Connected to Sawnee EMC
- 10. National Bus Sales 100 kW PV System 380 Suniva modules 8 Fronius 12kW Inverters Connected to Marietta Power
- 11. 40 solar thermal panel collectors 2000 gallons of hot water storage
- 12. Radiance has established strategic alliances with many best-in-class companies across all key product categories, including: modules/panels, racking, inverters and balance of systems. Our Partners
- 13. Our Process I. Feasibility Assessment and Analysis Articulate client goals Evaluate solar potential; size and scope Identify structural and technical considerations Preliminary ROI assessment II. Preliminary System Design and Engineering Explore multiple design options Estimate budget and timeline Outline product recommendation s Financial Analysis and Modeling Determine financing options Assess federal and state tax credit eligibility Assess eligibility for green power programs
- 14. Project Flow Feasibility Assessment and Site Analysis Preliminary Design Options Presented Financial Analysis and Modeling Final Proposal After Client Consult Contracts Generated Detailed System Design and Engineering Plan Procurement of all components Permitting and Utility Agreements Secured Construction and Installation Interconnection and Commissioning Client Training, Tax Credit Support, PR Support Monitoring, Operation and Maintenance Support
- 15. Key Questions and Considerations Solar Goals: % of energy, size of system Current and Projected Electricity Usage Aesthetic, visibility considerations Long term solar plan Long-term facility plan Usage profile: 7 days a week? Number of utility meters on site Product preference: local, US made?