Solar for SMEs: where to begin
Business solar needs a different model from home solar. Load profile, maximum demand, roof tenure, tax position, financing structure and the value of non-domestic exports all affect the decision.
Start with operating hours and interval demand
Premises with steady daytime demand may consume a larger share of solar production directly. Ask for interval data where available and separate weekdays, weekends, shutdowns and seasonal peaks.
Programme capacity and technical assessment
SEDA currently states that non-domestic Solar ATAP capacity can reach 100% of Maximum Demand, subject to technical assessment, with a maximum of 1,000 kW. The appropriate size may be lower when roof, connection or load-profile evidence is considered.
Model non-domestic exports separately
The current guideline bases non-domestic export credit on Average SMP, published by Single Buyer. This is not the same method used for domestic exports, and the monthly value can change.
Treat tax incentives as an eligibility question
MIDA and MGTC publish different routes for green technology assets, business-purpose projects and solar leasing. Eligibility, timing and application channel depend on the transaction and applicant. Solar Cue does not treat an incentive as guaranteed tax savings.
- Confirm the legal applicant and asset owner.
- Identify purchase, lease or power-purchase structure.
- Check whether an application is required before expenditure or invoicing.
- Have a qualified tax adviser review eligibility and utilisation.
Official sources
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