Economic Incentives

• State Rebates
  

  Currently, the state of California is offering a $1.90/Watt rebate on commercial solar systems. However, this rebate rate will be dropping to $1.55/Watt soon.

• Federal Tax Credit
  

  The current Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit authorizes system owners to receive a tax credit for 30% of the after rebate cost of the system.

• 5 Year Accelerated Depreciation
  

  Under the federal Modified Accelerated Cost-Recovery System (MACRS), businesses may recover investments in certain property through depreciation deductions. For solar installations placed in service after 1986, the current MACRS property class is 5 years.

• Increase Value of the Property
  

  Installing solar increases the value of your property by, at least as much as, 20 times the average annual utility savings it generates. In addition, the cost of the system is exempt from property taxes.

• Reduce or Eliminate Your Electric Bill
  

  Electrical rates in California have increased, on average, 6.4% each year for the last 30 years, and in the last 7 years, this average has climbed to 6.9%. Installing a solar energy system allows you to lock in your energy rate. As the utility energy prices soar, the savings from your system become for valuable.

• Fast Return on Investment
  

  Depending on the location of your business, and how much energy you consume, the ROI of your solar system can be as little as 8-12 years.

• Little or No Maintenance
  

  Vista Solar systems are designed to provide a reliable source of clean renewable energy while requiring little or no maintenance. All mechanical and electrical components used in the construction of our systems are chosen to ensure a long effective lifetime.