Going solar While gaining in prominence, is your roof ready for solar panels? By Tanner Duer
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he installation of rooftop solar panels is accelerating across commercial properties. According to the U.S. Department
of Energy (DOE), there were more than 50 gigawatts of U.S. rooftop solar systems installed in 2024 on 5 million homes and commercial buildings.
It’s easy to see why. Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels can help commercial property owners seize significant benefits, including: > Cost savings from reduced energy bills > Energy independence from a renewable and reliable source of energy > Carbon footprint reduction via elimination of greenhouse gas emissions associated with conventional methods of energy production > Enhanced property value > Attractiveness to sustainability-conscious tenants
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