As a business owner, installing a solar energy system might seem like a risky move. Maybe it’s something you’re considering in the distant future when your company has grown sufficiently. But for now, it isn’t a strategic financial decision you really need to think about. Or, so you thought!
Instead, it may be time to join the throng of savvy small business owners that have discovered the real benefits of solar energy for their businesses. Smaller businesses are also capitalising on the financial savings that a quality solar energy system provides.
With this in mind, let’s crunch some numbers.
According to Energy Consumer Australia’s preliminary Small to Medium Sized Enterprise (SME) Report, the average annual electricity bill paid in 2017 by Queensland businesses was approximately $12,000. That’s $1000 per month. In addition, Finder.com suggests that even installing a 5kw solar energy system generating between 18 and 25Kw of power will cut your energy bill by around 21% per year. That’s an average saving of $2520 per year or $210 per month.
Please note that figures are rough estimates and don’t take into account particular business needs.
The good news is that the cost of buying solar panels has dropped considerably here in Australia and with electricity prices continuing to fluctuate unpredictably, it makes the financials of going solar even more attractive.
Let’s not forget that financial incentive isn’t the only reason to consider solar energy. Small and medium-sized businesses are finding other compelling reasons for making the switch:
Gaining more customers – We live in a world where buzzwords like ‘sustainability’ are being rolled out with extraordinary frequency. Buyers love products and businesses that care about their environment.
Improving employee satisfaction – 21st-century employees love working for ethically responsible companies. Employees of sustainable companies tend to be happier, more productive, and aligned with the company mission.
Helping the local economy – When a business contracts their solar energy installation to a local company, invariably, workers in the local market carry out the installation. They’ll develop trust and at some time in the future they may become customers themselves.
As you can see, the numbers certainly do stack up. Solar panel systems really are the smart investment for businesses! If you’d like to find out more about how we can help your business, contact Positronic Solar today on 07 3103 6018 and talk to our friendly team of experts.