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Energize Your Building with a Commercial Solar Power System

We put 100% of our energy into achieving your energy goals.

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Why Solar For Your Business?

Managing Profitability & Costs

“If we’re at the mercy of fluctuating utility rates, how can we reliably forecast our expenses?”

Managing a P&L and budget while trying to predict the unpredictable increases in utility prices can have big impacts on your bottom line.

Meeting Market Demands for Carbon Reduction

“How can we stay ahead in our industry when sustainability is becoming a baseline expectation?”

Customers, whether they be another B2B, or direct consumers are saying they want more sustainable products…and everyone always wants to pay less. So how do you make investments in making a better product while cutting cost?

Transforming ESG into a Strategic Brand Asset

“How can our ESG initiatives be positioned as a true differentiator in our industry?”

Corporate ESG goals/Investor pressure – It seems like every week someone announcing a goal to get to carbon neutral – but many don’t have an exact plan on how they are going to do it.

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The Melink Solar Difference

We put 100% of Our energy into achieving Your energy goals.

Since 1987, Melink Solar has been helping organizations of all sizes create a sustainable future. We became a leader in renewable energy when we built one of the nation’s first LEED Platinum-certified buildings, demonstrating the business case for clean energy. In 2008, we launched our solar division and have since installed over 275 MW across the U.S. Our experience spans projects of all scales, from small commercial installations to large utility-scale arrays, always delivering tailored solutions to meet each customer’s unique needs. Known for our expertise and commitment to quality, we’re proud that so many of our clients return to work with us on future projects. Whether it’s a first-time installation or part of a long-term energy strategy, we’re here to guide you toward a more sustainable future.

We are a full-service commercial solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm delivering turnkey projects for a seamless customer experience. Melink Solar provides the following services:

  • System Design & Engineering
  • Material Procurement
  • Construction
  • Operations & Maintenance

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Virtual Design & Price Estimate

Melink Solar requests electric bills, understands layout options, provides budgetary analysis

Financial Analysis Review

Customer reviews proposal, confirms project assumptions, aligns on payment options & timing

Final Design & Cost

Conduct detailed engineering onsite, finalize project costs, contract execution, align on payment terms

Permitting & Installation

Melink Solar submits for permits, interconnection, procurement, begins construction

Custimer Training & Monitoring

Melink Solar provides onsite training and system monitoring

Who We Serve

Testimonial

Why We Do What We Do

“If I could use one word to sum up Melink Solar’s overall performance on our project, it would be commitment. Never in my 23 years of construction and facilities experience have I worked with a group of individuals so driven and dedicated to a project.”

MARK FISHER
Mark Fisher VP – Facilities, Planning And Sustainability Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Nationwide Installations: 275+ Megawatts, 650,000+ Panels Across The U.S.

Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, in the heart of the Midwest, we serve customers across the nation. Since 2009, Melink Solar has eliminated CO2 emissions from 105,000,000 pounds of burned coal.

Learn more about our projects and experience by selecting one of our installation types below.

Ground Mounts Roof Mounts Solar Canopies All Projects

Education

Solar Resources

What Is Solar PV?

Simply put, Solar Photovoltaic (PV) technology basically converts the sun’s light into electricity for our buildings and communities.

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Types Of Mounts And Systems

There are many types of solar mounts, but the three primary locations for commercial solar arrays include rooftop, ground mount and parking canopy installations.

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Market & Technology Trends

The market has changed drastically over the last 10 years. Technology continues to get better while costs are about 80% less than they were a decade ago.

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Solar Canopies

An in-depth look at solar canopies. This is becoming an increasingly popular option to install in parking lots.

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FAQs

All Your Solar Questions, Answered.

Are your solar modules recyclable?

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We check that our suppliers have considered recyclability when we purchase solar modules for our customers’ projects. We use only modules with silicon solar cells; these are far more environmentally friends than thin film cells since they have no heavy metals. Tier 1 solar modules typically produce energy for 30+ years. At their end-of-life, they can be recycled by speciality recycling companies such as PV Cycle and others. Modules made from silicon solar cells are made mostly of silicon, glass, and aluminum; these components are separated for re-use during the recycling process.

How long do solar PV systems work?

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Solar panels are warranted by manufacturers to last 25 years. Considering the panels themselves have no moving parts, they can continue producing enough energy to cover operating costs for up to 35 years or more. Inverters, the equipment that changes the DC power produced by the solar system into the AC power that our appliances and buildings use, have a lifespan of about 15-20 years. After that point, it is expected that new inverters will be installed to take advantage of the remaining life of the panels.

How much CO2 emissions are typically avoided as a result of installing a solar project?

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The amount of CO2 emissions avoided is contingent upon a system’s geographic location, the size and type (ground mount, rooftop, canopy, etc.). Bearing those factors in mind, the production from a 500 kW DC project located on the East Coast of North America can equate to the avoidance of about 473 tons of carbon dioxide a year. This equates to the greenhouse gas emissions of 90 passenger vehicles driven over the course of one year. A system of the same size in Southwest North America can produce enough energy to equate to the avoidance of 670 tons of carbon dioxide a year. The EPA has created a very effective CO2 avoidance calculator tool for the general public: EPA CO2 Website Calculator

What are the advantages of using solar over other renewable energy sources?

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To give recommendations on the different renewable and conservation technologies, we initially test them out on our own headquarters office. We have concluded the following advantages of solar: 1) Because it has no moving parts and the modules last at least 25 years, it is one of the most cost-effective renewable sources for generating energy. 2) Solar PV systems can often be easily expanded as your energy needs change, they require little to no maintenance, and they are durable in various weather conditions. 3) Solar-powered buildings can rely less on traditional electricity suppliers and fossil fuels to provide them with energy. Solar PV is good for the environment and a safe way to provide your facility with energy. The solar arrays at our headquarters are the main contributor to our renewable energy goals to achieve Net-Zero energy results.

What manufacturers does Melink Solar use?

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We use only top-tier equipment from reputable manufacturers who have the ability to stand behind their equipment warranties over the life of the systems. We do not chase lowest up-front cost at the expense of long-term performance.

What types of solar photovoltaic (PV) projects does Melink Solar do?

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We focus primarily on small- to mid-size commercial projects (500 kW-1 MW) and utility scale projects (1 MW+). We also have experience aggregating multiple smaller systems relating to a single landowner or power off-taker into a single portfolio to achieve reasonable economies of scale.

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