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Plankton Energy works with property owners across the country to deliver customized solar solutions that drive long-term financial returns. From rooftop arrays to parking canopies, we design each system to optimize performance across commercial real estate portfolios—advancing sustainability while unlocking meaningful energy savings.

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1798 kW, Newton, MA

Plankton launches 1.8MW hybrid solar at 85 Wells Ave, Newton—cutting costs and powering community.

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972 kW, Camden, NJ

This 972 kW parking lot canopy and rooftop behind-the-meter solar system is located at an industrial building in Camden, NJ.

641 kW, Elmsford, NY

Plankton Energy powers ShopRite Elmsford with 641kW solar, cutting 6,100 tons CO₂.

606 kW, Manalapan Township, NJ

Plankton installs 606kW solar on Manalapan NJ retail site, cutting costs via PPA with clean energy.

544 kW, Waltham, MA

Plankton delivers 540kW community solar at 360 Waltham St, cutting costs for 170+ local households.

537 kW, Jamaica Plain, MA

Plankton powers Showa Boston Institute MA with 537kW solar, saving costs and cutting 4,200 tons CO₂.

485 kW, San Diego, CA

Plankton powers BLVD 63 San Diego with 485kW solar, saving $4M and cutting 5,900 tons CO₂.

Storage facility with solar panels on roof.

449 kW, Cinnaminson, NJ

448.5 kW rooftop solar system powers Cinnaminson self-storage facility, delivering clean onsite energy through a PPA at lower cost.

431 kW, Passaic, NJ

Plankton installs 431kW rooftop solar at ShopRite Passaic, cutting costs via PPA with clean energy.

340 kW, Franklin, MA

340 kW rooftop solar in Franklin generates 375,000 kWh/year, cutting costs and expanding community access.

340 kW, East Longmeadow, MA

East Longmeadow church hosts 340kW solar, selling clean energy directly to local households.

Warehouse with solar panels on the roof.

313 KW, Waltham, MA

This 313 kW rooftop community solar system sits on an off ice building in Waltham, MA.

305 kW – Framingham, MA

Plankton installs 305kW solar at St. Andrews Church, boosting clean energy with no upfront cost.

304 kW, Staten Island, NY

Plankton powers Staten Island Kitchen Cabinets with 304kW solar, saving $2.5M and cutting 4,700 tons CO₂.

302 KW, Burlington, MA

This 302.64 kW rooftop behind the meter solar system sits on a multifamily residential building in Burlington, MA. The customer owns the system, realizing a reduction in their electricity expense.

School rooftop with solar panels installed.

299 KW, New Caanon, CT

299.41kW rooftop behind the meter solar system sits on a school in New Canaan, Connecticut.

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270 KW, Poughkeepsie, NY

This 270 kW rooftop behind the meter solar system sits on a hospitality Building in Poughkeepsie, NY

229 kW, Cheshire, CT

Plankton installs 229kW solar at Cheshire, CT school, cutting costs via PPA with clean energy.

203 kW, Princeton, NJ

Plankton powers Princeton Montessori with 203kW solar, saving $300K and cutting 1,700 tons CO₂.

Aerial view of buildings with solar panels.

197 kW, Boston, MA

197 kW rooftop solar on Boston school delivers low-cost clean power via power purchase agreement (PPA).

182 kW, Waltham, MA

Plankton installs 182kW community solar in Waltham, MA, supplying clean energy to local households.

166 kW, New Canaan, CT

Plankton powers Saxe Middle School CT with 166kW solar, saving $630K and producing 220k kWh/yr.

127 kW, Salem, NJ

Plankton powers Salem Senior Village NJ with 127kW solar, saving $550K and cutting 1,236 tons CO₂.

121 kW, Worcester, MA

121 kW rooftop solar in Worcester powers 135,000 kWh/year, cutting costs and expanding community solar access.

88 kW, Maynard, MA

Plankton installs 88kW community solar at Boys & Girls Club Assabet, powering homes and funding youth.

76 kW, Newton, MA

Plankton installs 76kW solar at 199 Wells Ave, Newton, cutting costs via PPA with no upfront spend.

59 kW, Minotola, NJ

Plankton equips Buena Vista Apartments NJ with 60kW solar, saving $250K and cutting 520 tons CO₂.

58 kW, West Berlin, NJ

Plankton equips Premier Shine NJ with 58kW customer-owned solar, cutting costs and 46 tons CO₂.

48 kW, Sewell, NJ

Plankton powers Mantua NJ Fire HQ with 48kW solar, saving $185K and cutting 496 tons CO₂.

33 kW, Williamstown, NJ

Plankton powers First UMC Williamstown NJ with 33kW solar, saving $120K and cutting 280 tons CO₂.

33 KW, Poughkeepsie, NY

This 33kW rooftop behind the meter solar system sits on ahospitality Buildingin Pough keepsie,NY.

28 kW, Atco, NJ

Plankton powers Waterford Township EMS NJ with 28kW solar, saving $150K and cutting 28 tons CO₂.

What types of commercial real estate properties benefit most from a solar power system?

Commercial solar power systems deliver the strongest returns for property owners and businesses with substantial, consistent electricity loads and usable roof or land assets. Plankton Energy's clients span the full commercial real estate spectrum—including retail outlet malls, shopping centers, office parks, industrial and warehouse facilities, self-storage properties, multi-family housing, private schools, houses of worship, and recreation and sports facilities. We also work directly with Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), private equity-owned real estate portfolios, and owner-operators who want to reduce operating costs, grow Net Operating Income (NOI), and meet ESG and sustainability commitments. If your property has roof space or surface parking, Plankton Energy can model what a commercial solar system would generate for your specific asset.

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How does rooftop solar create long-term financial value for commercial property owners?

For commercial property owners, rooftop solar converts underutilized roof space into a long-term income and cost-reduction asset. Key financial benefits include reduced electricity costs, improved Net Operating Income (NOI), and enhanced property value. Rooftop solar also positions properties to meet growing tenant and investor ESG requirements—an increasingly important factor in lease renewals and asset valuations. Plankton Energy specializes in commercial rooftop solar for retail centers, warehouses, and industrial properties, managing the full development process from feasibility through commissioning.

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What should commercial property owners evaluate before starting a solar installation?

Commercial property owners should first evaluate three key features of their roof or parking lot: condition, available area, and orientation (south-facing is preferred for maximum production). Once these physical requirements are met, working with an experienced developer ensures the complexities of the process—such as interconnection, permitting, and financing—are expertly managed. To provide full transparency and peace of mind, Plankton Energy delivers a comprehensive feasibility analysis before any commitment and handles the entire development scope, ensuring clients are comfortable at every stage of project delivery.

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What types of commercial properties does Plankton Energy work with?

Plankton Energy specialises in commercial and industrial solar (100kw-1MW), rather than residential or mini-systems. The businesses that benefit most from our model are property owners and operators with substantial energy loads—such as grocery-anchored retail centers, warehouses, cold storage facilities, and multi-tenant commercial campuses. We specialize in deploying these projects as either rooftop installations or parking lot carports, depending on which asset best maximizes your site's potential. If you're evaluating whether your portfolio qualifies for commercial solar, our team can conduct a no-obligation assessment to determine the feasibility and projected returns for both configurations.

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