A SolarRun Mid North Coast sells and installs solar photovoltaic panels, which convert sunlight into electricity. It may also provide services such as equipment procurement and project management.
Sustainability
As a renewable energy provider, solar companies need to be mindful of environmental practices and impact on wildlife, habitats and carbon emissions. This can be hard for a small business, but it is important to consider the long-term effects of your choices and how they impact the environment as a whole.
Managing liquidity
As more solar firms enter the market, competition intensifies and profits narrow. As a result, solar developers must develop sustainable growth strategies that address their unique challenges. Some possible approaches include exploring capital-light strategies for market entry; developing sustainable power production models to capture a greater share of the power supply over time; and balancing currency exposure, risk of trapped cash and liquidity requirements.
Unlocking long-term capital markets
Solar developers want a low-cost way to raise equity to fund new projects; investors want dependable long-term cash flows from completed plants. This challenge can be addressed by creating “YieldCos” that purchase finished projects and have balance sheets separate from development companies.
Build a strong team
As the solar industry scales up, many solar firms are struggling to manage construction execution. This can lead to delays, cost overruns and reduced profitability. As a result, solar developers must focus on improving system design and reducing construction costs to remain competitive.
The best solar companies have a strong commitment to customer service and offer a variety of services that ensure customers have a positive experience with their solar installation. They also offer comprehensive protection plans that cover equipment, workmanship and government rebates.