Proprietary Program

The Energy Savings Program (ESP)

Our proprietary ESP model funds your commercial solar system using tax credits and depreciation benefits your business already generates. Zero upfront investment. Positive cash flow from month one. You own the asset outright.

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The Core Insight

Your Tax Bill Is Already Funding Someone Else's Solar. Why Not Yours?

The federal government has set aside 30-50% of the cost of your solar system in tax credits. Those credits exist whether or not you go solar. If you don't use them, they go back to the Treasury.

The ESP model captures those credits and uses them to pay for your solar system over time, while your lower electricity bills provide the cash flow to cover the balance. The math results in day-one positive cash flow — money you keep every month instead of sending to your utility.

At the end of the payment period (typically 5-7 years), you own the system free and clear. The remaining 18-20 years of savings go entirely to your bottom line.

ESP Model Cash Flow (Year 1)

Monthly electricity savings +$8,000
Monthly ESP payment -$6,200
Net monthly benefit +$1,800

Illustrative example. Numbers vary by system size, location, and utility rate.

How the ESP Model Works

1

Qualify & Design

We assess your facility's energy use, roof or land space, and federal tax liability to confirm ESP eligibility and design a system sized to your consumption.

2

Install & Activate

Your vetted EPC installs the system. We manage permitting, interconnection, and commissioning. Your utility bill drops immediately when the system activates.

3

Pay From Savings

Your monthly ESP payment is structured below your monthly electricity savings, creating positive cash flow from month one. Tax credits pay down the balance over 5-7 years.

ESP Program Eligibility Requirements

Your Business Needs

  • Federal tax liability of $100,000+ per year (to leverage the ITC)
  • Annual electricity spend of $60,000+ (to ensure meaningful savings)
  • Commercial facility with roof space or land for solar installation
  • US-based C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, or LLC with tax liability
  • Stable operating history (3+ years preferred)

Ideal ESP Candidates

  • Manufacturing and industrial facilities with high electricity consumption
  • Distribution and warehousing operations with large roof footprints
  • Auto dealerships with significant roof area and tax liability
  • Multi-family apartment complexes with common area electricity loads
  • Hotels, hospitality facilities, and large commercial office buildings

ESP Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns the solar system under the ESP model?
You do, from day one. The ESP model is an ownership structure, not a lease or PPA. Your business owns the solar asset, receives all production, can claim all applicable tax credits (including depreciation), and retains full ownership when the payment period ends. This is different from leases and PPAs where a third party owns the equipment.
What happens at the end of the ESP payment period?
When the payment period ends (typically 5-7 years), you own the solar system free and clear with no further payments. The remaining 18-20 years of electricity savings go entirely to your bottom line. The system continues to be covered by the manufacturer's 25-year production warranty and the EPC's workmanship warranty.
What if our business doesn't have enough tax liability?
The ESP model requires sufficient federal tax liability to leverage the ITC and depreciation benefits. Businesses with insufficient tax liability can access alternative financing structures including traditional commercial loans, C-PACE financing, operating leases, or PPAs. We model all available structures for every business and recommend the one that delivers the best overall financial outcome for your specific situation.
How does the residential solar tax credit (25D) affect our ESP analysis?
The residential 25D tax credit expired December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and is no longer available. The ESP model uses the commercial Section 48E ITC, which remains available at 30-50% for qualifying commercial projects beginning construction and placed in service before December 31, 2027. The commercial credit is entirely separate from the expired residential credit.

Find Out If the ESP Program Works for Your Business

Our team will review your energy bills and tax situation to confirm eligibility and model your exact ESP cash flow within 5 business days of your initial consultation.

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