Austin's Warehouse | 80kW Commercial Rooftop Solar Installation
Over 80% reduction in grid electricity consumption, additional revenue from electricity exports and an estimated annual return on investment of 22.2%.
At Austin's warehouse, electricity is essential to daily operations, from powering warehouse lighting and office facilities to charging electric forklifts and company electric vehicles.
With significant ongoing energy demands, Austin's invested in an 80kW commercial rooftop solar PV system to dramatically reduce electricity costs while creating an additional revenue stream through exporting surplus electricity to the National Grid.
The Solution
The system combines high-performance JA Solar bifacial panels, backed by a 30-year performance warranty, with a Solis commercial inverter.
Installed on the existing trapezoidal metal roof, the solar system generates renewable electricity to support:
- Electric forklift charging
- Electric vehicle charging
- Warehouse lighting
- Office computers and equipment
- General warehouse electrical consumption
Exceptional Financial Performance
The results demonstrate the financial benefits of commercial solar:
- 22.2% estimated annual simple ROI
- 4.5-year estimated payback period
- Over 80% reduction in grid electricity consumption
- Additional revenue from surplus electricity exported to the National Grid
- Long-term protection against rising electricity costs
By consuming solar electricity directly on-site and receiving payments for surplus generation, Austin's benefits from both substantially reduced operating costs and an additional income stream.
Monitoring, Integration and Commissioning
Callidus completed the monitoring integration and commissioning, providing visibility of system generation and performance to help maintain efficient operation.
System Specifications
- Solar capacity: 80kWp
- Solar panels: JA Solar bifacial modules
- Panel performance warranty: 30 years
- Inverter: Solis commercial inverter
- Roof construction: Trapezoidal metal roofing
- Applications: Forklift charging, EV charging, warehouse lighting and office facilities
- Electricity reduction: Over 80%
- Estimated annual simple ROI: 22.2%
- Estimated payback: 4.5 years
- Additional income: Grid export payments
Transforming Commercial Roof Space Into a Financial Asset
Austin's warehouse is a prime example of how commercial solar can deliver significant financial returns while supporting the transition towards cleaner energy.
With over 80% less grid electricity required and a projected payback of just 4.5 years, the installation will continue generating valuable electricity and potential export income for years to come.
Callidus Trade – Commercial Solar Solutions Engineered to Perform.
ROI is calculated using the estimated simple payback period and assumes consistent annual financial benefits before maintenance, financing and other adjustments.
