Commercial Solar Project Development Overview


Past Webinars


Jeremy Rierson - Sales Territory Manager
April 29, 2021

Commercial Solar Project Development Overview

At Simpleray, our mission is to provide a truly remarkable experience that positively impacts each customer by holistically understanding their goals, developing tailored solutions, and energizing them to adopt clean energy that benefits their bottom line. For thirteen years we have honed our process to make it as simple and transparent as possible. In this month’s webinar, Sales Territory Manager Jeremy Rierson walks you through our solar project development process so you know what to expect from start to finish.

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Lewis Butler - Director of Sales and  Shuting Zhang, CFA - Financial Analyst
March 10, 2021

SBA 504 Green Loan 2021

The SBA 504 Green Loan provides for up to 25 year terms at below market, fixed interest rates. Now, the CARES Act is providing funds in the form of temporary payment relief for up to six months and waiving of certain fees that make this loan an even more attractive option. For those interested, you must act NOW because this relief aid is available as a set amount of funds, and once it is gone, it is gone. In this video, our Director of Sales, Lewis Butler, has a conversation with Financial Analyst, Shuting Zhang, CFA, to explain how the 504 Green Loan works, who might benefit the most from it, and what restrictions apply.

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Jeff Gorrie
February 25, 2021

Small Utility Scale Solar Roundtable

An increasing number of municipalities and small utilities are taking advantage of the numerous benefits of going solar. With many factors to consider in order to successfully implement such projects, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Simpleray has partnered with the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU) to bring you a small utility solar panel of experts including: Jeff Gorrie - Director of Energy Services with the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU) Tyler Anderson - President of Simpleray Warren McKenna - Former GM of Farmers Electric Cooperative Chris Ball - Utility Solar Specialist

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Mathew Norgard - Renewable Energy Consultant and     Shannon Ware - Engineering Manager
January 28, 2021

Solar Considerations for New Constructions

Factoring in a solar array to a new construction plan can save time and money while simultaneously optimizing a location’s solar production potential. In this webinar, Renewable Energy Consultant Matthew Norgard is joined by Simpleray’s Engineering Manager Shannon Ware to discuss a range of important factors to consider when designing a new building for solar.

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Richard Davis - Operations Manager
November 19, 2020

What Happens After I Decide to Install Solar?

Simpleray works hard to make the process of going solar simple. In this webinar, our Operations Manager, Richard Davis, will discuss what you can expect from after your decision to install solar right up to when your system is producing clean, renewable energy. There will be time for Q&A at the end as well so please come with your own questions.

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Lewis Butler and Josh Clark
October 15, 2020

State of Solar in Illinois - October 2020

In this webinar, ISEA board member and Simpleray's Director of Sales, Lewis Butler is joined by Sales Territory Manager Josh Clark to discuss a range of timely topics that relate to the current and future state of solar in the Land of Lincoln.

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Tyler Anderson and Lewis Butler
September 24, 2020

Power Purchase Agreements

Many solar energy projects for businesses and individuals are made possible by the Federal Investment Tax Credit, which currently stands at 26% of a project's total cost through the end of 2020. For entities that are unable to take advantage of this major tax incentive, there is a unique financing arrangement called a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Join us on Thursday, September 24 at noon Central as Simpleray's President Tyler Anderson and Director of Sales Lewis Butler discuss how this unique arrangement can make solar more accessible to organizations like local governments, public schools, places of worship, and many more.

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David Birchmier and Lewis Butler
September 3, 2020

Safe Harbor: Secure 26% ITC in 2020, Build in 2021

The Federal Investment Tax Credit (FITC) for solar energy installations is currently in the process of sun-setting and will decrease from 26% to 22% at the end of 2020. Join Simpleray's Vice President David Birchmier and Director of Sales Lewis Butler as they discuss details on how you can lock in the maximum 26% FITC in 2020 and build your project in 2021.

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Lewis Butler and Shannon Ware
August 20, 2020

Solar Arrays: Designing for Wind Loads

Webinar hosts Lewis Butler and Shannon Ware discuss design considerations regarding wind loads on PV solar arrays. With the recent derecho wind storm that devastated Iowa and the rest of the Midwest, there are many questions surrounding how wind damage might impact solar arrays.

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Josh Clark
Wednesday, April 1, 2020

How to Read Your Alliant Energy Bill

Webinar host, Josh Clark, will give you a better understanding of your Alliant Energy bills. He will walk you through each line item and highlight areas where you can save money with solar. Josh will also cover what an Alliant Energy bill looks like after installing a solar array, and how to determine what your array is producing and what costs you have offset.

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Tom Crimmins & Jake Reel
June 20th, 2019

The Farmer's Guide to Going Solar

This webinar covered how to use solar on your farm to reduce one of your persistent overhead expenses, your electric bill!

Solar is an investment, just like any piece of equipment on your farm. We discussed the solar incentives available to farms and answered all your questions.

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Josh Clark
May 14th, 2019

Solar for Iowa Businesses

Solar power is one of the best cost-saving measures businesses in Iowa can take advantage of. Generating clean energy means you can reduce one of your most persistent overhead costs, your electric bill. This webinar covered the ways that solar reduces your costs and the incentives that you can use to offset up to 80% of the price of the array!

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Jeremy Rierson
April 9th, 2019

Solar for Iowa Farmers

Solar gives you the power to stabilize your electric costs, potentially eliminating one of your most persistent overhead expenses! Without an electric bill draining a huge portion of your budget, you can improve your bottom line.

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Matthew Bellehumeur
January 28th, 2019

2019 Solar Tax Credit

When you install a solar array, you have the opportunity to claim a 30% Tax Credit. That can amount to thousands of dollars (or more) in savings for you in your first year of array ownership.

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Lewis Butler
February 26th, 2019

How to Choose a Solar Company

When choosing a firm to install your solar array, it can be hard to decide on your best choice. What factors should you consider when deciding who should have your business? We cover all that, and more, in our free informational webinar.

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Steve Stone
December 18th, 2018

Snow, Storms, and Hurricanes

Join Simpleray Renewable Energy Consultant Steve Stone as he breaks down how solar arrays handle all sorts of bad weather. From brisk snowfalls and light cloud cover to icy blizzards and harsh hurricanes, you'll see how this renewable energy source is built to last.

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Lewis Butler
November 6th, 2018

Illinois Adjustable Block 
Program

Through the Adjustable Block Program, utility companies in Illinois could provide a payment in return for the energy your solar array would produce over its lifetime. The program will be launching soon, in January, so now is the time to learn all about it and get your quote to go solar!

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Josh Clark
October 25th, 2018

How Solar Works

Ever wanted to learn more about solar power? Then join our Renewable Energy Consultant to discover covers the basics of solar energy and how you can use it to power your home with clean energy. There's no previous experience with solar or renewable energy required to start learning!

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Lindsey Friend
August 14th, 2018

Iowa’s 2019 Solar Tax Credit: What You Need to Know

In May of 2018, the Iowa State Legislature approved five million dollars in tax credits for individuals and businesses that install solar power. Over a million dollars of this fund has been allotted and we expect the remainder to be gone well before the end of the year. Join Simpleray Sales Coordinator Lindsey Friend as she covers how you can secure your tax credits (as well as substantial energy savings) before they're gone.

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Tim Cole
July 17th, 2018

Solar Tax Incentives: All Your Questions Answered Live

Did you know that solar power not only saves you money on your electric bill but also on your taxes? Between a federal tax credit, depreciation for commercial properties, and various state incentives you can reduce your tax burden by thousands of dollars! Join Renewable Energy Consultant Tim Cole and CPA Frank Zupancic as they discuss the tax benefits of solar and answer all of your questions.

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Lewis Butler
June 19th, 2018

Major Update: Illinois Adjustable Block Program

The Illinois Power Agency recently rolled out a series of major updates to the state’s upcoming Adjustable Block Program. This program means a simple and easy way to earn cash for the energy that your array produces, with no extra work on your part. Join our team as we cover these updates and what they mean for you.

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Lewis Butler
April 10th, 2018

Free Webinar Announcing the Illinois Adjustable Block Program

The Adjustable Block Program will fundamentally change how you get paid for adopting solar. The Illinois Power Agency will finalize the Program in early April, which means you can find out just how much you'll be paid for going green.

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Lewis Butler
March 15th, 2018

Illinois's New Adjustable Block Program

This new program is a big deal if you’ve ever considered going solar. It means you will get paid to install solar, no extra work on your part. Our team will tell you everything you need to know about these new incentives in our upcoming webinar.

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Jeremy Rierson
February 6th, 2018

Solar For Your Farm: Is It The Right Choice For You?

Going solar provides the opportunity for farmers to save thousands in costly energy bills, but is it the right choice for your farm? Simpleray will host a free webinar to discuss if you could benefit from going solar.

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Neal Buchanan
December 19th, 2017

Solar Power For Commercial Properties

Simpleray is hosting a free interactive webinar to go over all the financial incentives that exist for those who use solar to power their commercial properties.

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Lewis Butler
November 14th, 2017

Solar Panel Tariff

Simpleray is hosting an interactive webinar to tell you everything you need to know about the International Trade Commission's proposed tariff on solar modules.

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Neal Buchanan
September 26th, 2017

Solar Tax Incentives In Iowa

Simpleray hosted a free webinar on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 to discuss solar tax incentives available to Iowa home and business owners.

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Emily Birchmier
August 20th, 2017

Illinois Power Agency Solar Renewable Energy Credit Program

The Illinois Power Agency is paying business and homeowners for every kWh of solar energy produced, but only if you apply before September 8!

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Emily Birchmier
March 26th, 2017

Alliant Energy Net Metering Policy Changes Webinar

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