Commercial Solar Net Metering in British Columbia
Generate Your Own Power, Reduce Costs, and Gain Credits with Net Metering
Energy Economics empowers businesses across British Columbia to take advantage of net metering programs that make renewable energy both practical and affordable. By generating your own electricity with a solar energy system, you can reduce operational costs and earn credits for any surplus energy sent back to the utility grid. Whether you’re powering agricultural operations, commercial buildings, or community projects, net metering is a smart way to achieve energy independence.
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What Is Net Metering?
Net metering allows businesses to generate electricity for their own use and feed any excess back into the utility grid. When your solar energy system produces more electricity than your business consumes, the surplus energy is credited to your account. These credits can offset your future energy costs, providing significant savings over time.
Here’s how it works:
- Solar Power First: Your solar energy system powers your business directly, prioritizing renewable energy.
- Excess Energy to the Grid: Any surplus energy flows back to the utility grid, earning you bill credits.
- Grid Backup: When your system doesn’t produce enough electricity (e.g., at night or during cloudy weather), the grid supplies the additional power you need.
At your billing anniversary date, if you still have unused credits, the utility company may reimburse you for the excess electricity at the market price.
Case Study
COMMERCIAL SOLAR PV
Grasmere, BC
Energy Economics partnered with Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations on two solar projects for their TPIB Residences.
Total Capacity: 113.88 kW
Phase 1: A 41.1 kW solar system provided clean energy and earned credits through net metering, reducing energy costs.
Phase 2: A second 72.78 kW system expanded solar capacity, enhancing energy independence and sustainability.
Together, these projects showcase the power of renewable energy and net metering in supporting First Nations communities.
Get Started with Net Metering Today
Embrace the benefits of generating your own electricity and reducing energy costs with net metering. Let Energy Economics design and implement a custom solar solution tailored to your business.
Contact us today to learn more about how net metering can transform your energy strategy.