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
— read the case study
Why Solar Works Well for Senior Living
High, predictable energy loads — Senior living facilities run 24/7. HVAC, medical equipment, lighting, laundry, and kitchens create large, consistent electricity demand, which is a perfect fit for solar
Tight operating margins — Facilities facing Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement constraints often have limited budget flexibility. Solar reduces a major controllable cost.
Protects against rate volatility — With electricity costs consistently increasing, solar can help your facility lock in lower prices
Savings for other facility costs — Energy cost savings can be redirected to staffing, programming, and amenities that improve the quality of life for residents.
Environmental stewardship — Many senior living organizations have ESG or sustainability commitments that solar directly supports.
2Life Communities - Leland House, Waltham, MA
178 kW Rooftop system, all-electric Passive House certified building — 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