Solar Investment Partnerships: the SolEquity Solution

Stakeholders:

• Host - Typically a Public or Non-profit entity that owns the property on which the solar PV system is installed.  The Host agrees to purchase the energy generated by the solar PV system and gains the benefits of a solar investment without the up front costs.
• Investor - Owner of the solar PV system, and recipient of financial incentives associated with it.  The Investor derives the full benefit of the tax credits, depreciation allowance and other incentives available (utility rebates, etc.).  The Investor also derives a revenue stream (annuity) from the sale of electricity generated by the solar PV system to the Host.
• SolEquity - Establishes terms of the Agreement between the stakeholders as well as coordinating with suppliers for the solar PV system installation, operation and ongoing maintenance. SolEquity manages the solar PV development process, including finding the right Investor for a given project.

Benefits to the Host

• No capital investment
• No maintenance/ warranty issues for duration of contract
• Predictable long-term energy cost from the solar PV system
• Accrue credits towards LEED or other “green building” credentials with no impact on construction budget
• Raises the Host organization’s profile in the community as a supporter of Renewable Energy
• Peace of mind from knowing that SolEquity has access to a world-renowned Photovoltaic Testing Lab.
  

Benefits to the Investor

• A low-risk “green” investment
• Asset backed
• Accrue the benefits of Federal and State tax credits and depreciation
• Obtain solar rebates or other Performance Based Incentives from the utility
• Over 70% of investment is recovered in the first 5 years
• Steady, predictable long-term revenue stream