Solar for Senior Living Facilities
Care facilities operate 24/7, resulting in energy usage up to 70% higher than that of comparable commercial facilities.
Sacred Heart Home Skilled Nursing Facility | New Bedford, MA
152 kW Roof System and 359 kW Canopy System, covering 50% of onsite usage with an expected $2.8 million in savings over 25 years — read the case study
Why Solar Works Well for Senior Living
Reduce your high energy loads — Senior living facilities run 24/7. HVAC, medical equipment, lighting, laundry, and kitchens create a large, consistent electricity demand, which is a perfect fit for solar
Create flexibility in your operating budget — Facilities facing Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement constraints often have tight budgets. Solar reduces a major controllable cost and savings can be redirected to other key resident programs or needs.
Protect against rate volatility — With electricity costs consistently increasing, solar can help your facility lock in lower prices and stabilize operating costs
Environmental stewardship and brand building — Support your ESG or sustainability commitments by creating a clear and visible example of your investment in a better future for potential residents
2Life Communities - Leland House, Waltham, MA
178 kW Rooftop system, covering 10% of the electricity usage at the all-electric Passive House certified building. They can expect to save $750,000 over 25 years
— Press Release
Flexible Options for Every Facility
Direct Ownership — offers the highest ROI
Power Purchase Agreement — no up-front cost and no maintenance required, purchase locally produced clean energy at a discount from your regular rate
Community Solar — ideal for large roofs or parking lots, share the benefit of low-cost clean energy with another organization