Applied Solar Energy

Santa Lucia Preserve Project

This project was one of the largest Applied Solar Energy has done in its history and is among the largest in the area, consisting of 1178 floating solar panels and six 50 kw industrial inverters on the Santa Lucia Reserve pond. This massive project will power 80% of the Santa Lucia Preserve’s private golf course that would otherwise be powered by fossil fuel based electricity from PG&E. A critical additional benefit is that the floating panels provide shading for the pond that helps protect 5 million gallons of water from evaporation. Water is a finite resource and this project is helping the Santa Lucia Preserve keep up its sustainability commitments and save on major electricity bills.

Monterey Conference Center

The Monterey Conference Center is a landmark venue in the city for collaboration to encourage cultural and economic prosperity in Monterey. Applied Solar Energy installed 330 solar panels there, ultimately leading to us receiving national awards by Solar Builder Magazine for a bid process that encouraged the lowest cost per kilowatt generated and high efficiency. This system helps save $33000 in electricity costs per year at the Monterey Conference Center, providing strong economic and sustainable returns.

Marina Beach Apartments

Applied Solar Energy installed over 700 solar panels for the entire Marina Beach Apartments complex, on 8 separate buildings and a patio. This project greatly reduces the apartment complex’s reliance on fossil fuels through the grid, while providing a gargantuan $100,000+ per year in electrical bill savings, allowing higher housing affordability for its residents. Savings grow every year as electricity rates increase.

Veterans Transition Center

The Veterans Transition Center (VTC) is a non profit organization that provides housing, food, and other types of necessary care to help veterans transition back into society. Applied Solar Energy installed solar and battery systems for 6 buildings for VTC , helping the organization save on their electricity bill and divert those funds to bolster their services for veterans in need. Many adjustments had to be made in order to protect government benefits for VTC and increase cost-efficiency and maximize electrical production.