SOLON Corporation 6950 S. Country Club Road Tucson AZ 85756-7151 USA Phone +1 520 807-1300 Fax +1 520 807-4046 E-Mail solon.us@solon.com Internet www.solon.com SOLON Power Purchase Agreements
The World s Premier PV System Provider SOLON is much more than a component manufacturer or system provider we are the clear-cut leader in superior turnkey solar solutions with over 190 MW of solar power systems commissioned worldwide. Our Business: At the forefront of innovation and quality, SOLON drives the industry-wide adoption of sophisticated photovoltaic systems. Our advanced technology like the Velocity MW preconfigured solar module power plants consistently keeps us ahead of the competition. We lead the way with solar-tracking systems with over 100 MW installed. And SOLON is the first solar provider offering true SCADA capabilities in solar plants for more effective use of power and outstanding uptimes. The SOLON Advantage: Our vertical integration as a system provider gives us complete control of all aspects of every phase of the project. All SOLON components are engineered to work together seamlessly for the highest output. We handle every facet of the power plant from before the project starts through the life of the system. We completely integrate the manufacturing, design, construction, and financing of the power plant. After construction, SOLON continues to be involved by operating and maintaining the system for maximum performance. SOLON is your dedicated partner for the life of the system. Each component we manufacture or use and every plant we commission is constructed with SOLON s passion for premium quality, always resulting in superior performance, legendary reliability and longevity.
Effortless Savings with SOLON PPAs. The Concept is Simple: A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term contract that allows you to host and receive electricity from a photovoltaic system, while the installation, operation, maintenance and financing of the entire system is handled by SOLON. The Host: No Up-front Costs. No Risk. Our innovative Power Purchase Agreements are perfect solutions for high energy consumers wanting to reduce operating costs. The user simply provides space and access on-site for SOLON s turnkey power plant, such as vacant land and/or rooftop, and agrees to pay only for the monthly cost of the power used at a pre-determined rate for the duration of the contract agreement. While utility rates may soar, a PPA host enjoys the same locked-in rate for solar energy regardless of market fluctuations in the cost of fossil fuels. SOLON: We handle everything. You save money. We design and build a highly efficient, first-class PV plant to meet the host s individual needs. Even after handling the initial start-up of the system, SOLON stays involved. Throughout the life of the contract, SOLON operates and maintains the system. This insures maximum uptimes and efficiency using advanced technology like SOLON SCADA remote monitoring and system control. PPA rates vs. grid rates over 20 years $$$ Grid rate $$ PPA rate $ / kwh 1 year 5 10 15 20
Sustainable Energy for Continuous Benefits SOLON Makes Going Solar Possible: In these economic times, many schools, wastewater treatment plants, municipalities and commercial entities are looking for ways to avoid the significant costs of building and operating their own solar power systems. They are turning to SOLON Power Purchase Agreements as the perfect option backed by a company with a proven track record. Immediate Long-Term Benefits: With a SOLON PPA, users can harness SOLON s advanced technology, reliability and substantial energy savings without wading through a lengthy bureaucratic budgetary process. There is no up-front outlay and no continuous operational expenses. SOLON handles everything from finding the investors and construction to operation and maintenance. The end-user still pays for monthly electricity, but now it s sustainable and emissions-free. Cumulative savings over 20 years $$$ 17% 24% 38% Grid spending PPA spending $$ Savings $ 3.0% 4.0% 6.0% estimated grid rate increase
A Naturally Sound Investment A Top 10 PPA Provider in North America*: Our extensive global experience, renowned quality, and local US manufacturing have made SOLON a sought-after low-risk opportunity for savvy investors. They have discovered higher ROIs and greater yields with SOLON PPAs. Always Better Performance - Guaranteed: The SOLON performance warranty goes far beyond the typical guarantee on the market. Underscored by SOLON s proven track record of premium quality and reliability, a SOLON system has a guaranteed average output capacity of 87% for each module based on a service life of 25 years that s an additional 3.6% capacity over 25 years. Add to this SOLON SCADA, and our systems provide unsurpassed productivity and uptimes with the lowest investment risk. 100 % 95 % 90 % 85 % extended SOLON performance guarantee 80 % 75 % 70 % standard service guarantees up to 5 years up to 10 years up to 15 years up to 20 years 20 to 25 years * Based on number of PV fleets under management as cited by Gartner, Competitive Landscape: Solar Power Purchase Agreement Market, North America, 2010
Success Stories Wastewater Reclamation Facility Tucson, Arizona Deer Valley Unified School District Phoenix, Arizona $2,000,000 savings over the 20-year PPA agreement. 15% estimated savings the first year. 30% savings over the 20-year PPA Agreement.* The Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (PCRWRD) operates two large metropolitan facilities in and around the Tucson, AZ area. As a leader in sustainable business practices, the Roger Road plant (41 mgd) had already implemented several measures to minimize energy use and reduce costs, including a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system and energy production from digester gas. SOLON was selected to provide engineering, construction and operation of the single-axis tracking system and further offered a financial strategy, selling electricity at a fixed rate. A winning combination for all, especially PCRWRD s ratepayers who will save $2,000,000 through the 20 year PPA agreement with SOLON. SOLON Corporation is helping the Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD) reduce their electricity costs with clean, solar energy to offset peak load demands during optimal daylight hours. After SOLON successfully installed a 1.0MW rooftop system for the district, DVUSD contracted another 3.6MW of rooftop projects with SOLON, spreading over a total of five schools in the district. This installation is the largest K-12 rooftop system in the nation. SOLON is also making solar affordable for DVUSD through a 20-year power purchase agreement. Under the PPA, the school district avoids upfront system purchase costs by purchasing only the power produced at a fixed rate directly from SOLON Corporation, hedging against future electricity rate increases. Roger Road, Arizona System Single-axis tracking Nominal output 1.07 MW dc Modules 3,960 modules SOLON Blue 270 Annual energy output 2,245,000 kwh Production over 20 yrs 42,031,850 kwh Annual CO 2 offset 1,777 metric tons Estimated 20 year energy cost savings $2,000,000 SOLON is a highly valued member of our local community. SOLON s 1MW project is our first and presented several unique contractual, utility and siting challenges. SOLON provided great leadership, flexibility and collaboration regarding resolution of all issues. We look forward to establishing additional solar electric solutions with SOLON. Terry Finefrock, CPIM, Chief Contracts & Procurement Manager, Pima County Through our partnership with SOLON, Deer Valley has achieved a remarkable milestone in renewable energy projects. Completed last December, our first project is the largest of its kind in the U.S. and several schools are running on the clean, reliable solar energy it delivers. With SOLON s SSA option, rolling out more projects has become even more affordable. Christy Agosta, board member for the Deer Valley Unified School District DVUSD, Arizona System Fixed-tilt roof mount Nominal output 3.6 MW dc Modules 13,333 modules SOLON Blue 270 Annual energy output 5,521,634 kwh Production over 20 yrs 110,432,676 kwh Annual CO 2 offset 4,156 metric tons Estimated 20 year energy cost savings $4,500,000 *dependent on grid escalation rate (note, this was based on average of 4%)