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Solar Power

Our service technicians will keep your system operating properly and providing optimum power output.  Advanced monitoring capabilities of our solar and wind systems allow for us to keep track of the system’s performance.  Maximize the life expectancy of your system with one of our available service plans, and also get the piece of mind that comes along with knowing your system is being taking care of.

Quality installations by our experienced professionals ensure that your system will produce to its maximum energy potential. After the best system size, type, and location have been identified by a Site Assessment, the installation work begins: permitting, incentive applications, site preparations, soil testing, foundations, tower erection, electrical component installation, wiring, interconnection, system commissioning, etc.  We provide seamless detail-oriented service to guide you through the process towards neutralizing your energy bills.

We can help you get on the road to seeing some green by going green, and the way to do that is by taking advantage of all the available incentives. Every project may have different State, Federal, and Utility incentives available to them, so it is important to know what your project will be eligible for.  We have experience with utility incentives, utility interconnection agreements, Federal tax incentives, Energy Star, and state programs. We are well versed in USDA REAP Grants, having written successful USDA REAP Grants, attended their sponsored grant writing workshops, and worked closely with local offices in order to be awarded funds. Some examples of solar and wind incentives include:

• Federal Investment Tax Credit: 26% System Cost for 2020*
• USDA – Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grants: Up To 25% System Cost
• Bonus Depreciation: For Businesses*
• Focus On Energy (WI): Up to 15% of system cost, varies depending on system size.

Get a FREE Preliminary Site Analysis and find out about possible incentives available in your area.

We have written successful USDA REAP Grant applications, which lower the end cost of renewable energy systems by 25% for farms and rural businesses.

*Please consult your tax adviser regarding income tax credit eligiblity.

Get a FREE Preliminary Site Analysis and find out if green energy is for you.

A Certified Site Assessment will provide you site-specific information on how a wind or solar (PV) system would perform at a specific location, including information on system options, minimum tower height, shade analysis, installation concerns, the available resource, estimated energy production, estimated costs, and financial incentives. We have Wind and Solar Site Assessors on staff Certified by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA). Site assessment reports provide all the information you will need to make an educated decision on whether a renewable energy system will work for you, and the next steps to take.

Why get a site assessment?
See what the MREA says here.

The solar array should not be shaded; Solar Panels or Photovoltaic modules are wired together in a series circuit or string.  The strings are wired this way to obtain the high voltage that the inverters require to be efficient.  If a module is even partially shaded by a tree, building, power line, or other obstruction, then it is possible the production of that entire string of modules could be knocked out.  It is important to do a proper shade analysis to see the potential for shading issues.

PV systems can be grid-tied as opposed to battery-based systems.  This means that there is no need for batteries and the electricity generated by the system will be used directly by the loads at the site and any excess will be “stored” on the utility power grid.  This is good news for PV systems because it eliminates the expense and maintenance of a battery bank, and the system is more efficient.  The only downside is that when the utility grid goes down (during a power outage) the PV system also shuts down for safety reasons and no energy will be delivered.  This is not a significant concern in areas where power outages are rare.

The solar modules can be mounted on roofs or on the ground.  The PV modules for an array are mounted on racking, and the racking can be mounted on various roof types or onto a ground structure built specifically for the system.  Roof mounts tend to be somewhat cheaper, because they use an existing structure to hold them.  If a tracking array is desired or if it is determined that the roof cannot support the added weight, then a ground-mount can be installed. 

A Certified Site Assessment will provide you site-specific information on how a wind or solar (PV) system would perform at a specific location, including information on system options, minimum tower height, shade analysis, installation concerns, the available resource, estimated energy production, estimated costs, and financial incentives.  We have Wind and Solar Site Assessors on staff Certified by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA).  Site assessment reports provide all the information you will need to make an educated decision on whether a renewable energy system will work for you, and the next steps to take.

EnergyCraft™ EC10KW – 10 kW Turbine :: Grid-Connectable or Battery Charging

The 442SR is a 10kW rated small wind turbine, with a peak power of 12kW. The name refers to its size, having a swept area of 442 square feet. It is a permanent-magnet machine, which is a simple design that does use a gearbox, and therefore does not need oil changes! This simple design has few moving parts and minimal maintenance. This particular system’s performance has been tested and validated by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), and comes with a 10-Year Limited Manufacturers Warranty.

EnergyCraft™ EC2.5KW – 2.5 kW Turbine :: Grid-Connectable or Battery Charging

The 110 is a 2.5kW rated small wind turbine. It is a permanent-magnet machine as well, which means minimal maintenance. The name refers to its swept area, collecting wind from an area of 110 square feet with its 11.8-foot diameter rotor. This turbine is a scaled-down version of the 442SR, and is similarly designed for performance and long service life. A good fit for remote applications, or to offset some residential usage.

Synergy Renewable Systems has experience with many turbine and inverter manufacturers, and can source those as well. Xzeres Wind was selected by our installers for their value, warranty, and performance. We are your one-stop shop for wind energy systems.

Solar Modules / Panels – 215 Watt

Silicon-based photovoltaic technology is the most efficient, and the modules we use are multi-crystalline silicon, with a rugged extruded aluminum and tempered glass construction. The modules are backed by a 25-year manufacturers warranty on output, and also are guaranteed to be STC rated at 215 watts or more.

PV Powered Inverters

Inverters are necessary to convert the DC power from the solar array to grid-ready AC. PV Powered Inverters are our choice for efficient, high quality, made in the USA power inverters. These inverters are also optimized for our pre-engineered system sizes, and ensure the best production. The inverters are backed by a 10-year warranty and come with integrated AC/DC disconnects and 1-year of free online system monitoring!

Synergy Renewable Systems, LLC has experience with many PV and inverter manufacturers, and can source those as well. Kyocera Solar was chosen by our installers for their value, efficiency, warranty, and performance. We are your one-stop shop for solar energy systems.