See photo of new solar installation at the Mirak facility in Arlington, MA

Boreal provides preliminary technical and economic screening and design of solar photovoltaic, solar hot water and space heating systems.
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Among our capabilities are:

• Prescreening the solar site for technical feasibility
• Economic evaluation and/or design
• Economic Analysis
  • Photovoltaic or solar hot water system sizing
  • Total annual utility bill savings
  • Capital expenses before & after rebates
  • Cost-benefit analysis
    • Tax benefit analysis
    • Net Present Value
    • Payback years using site specific and estimated future costs of electricity
    • Post-tax Rate of Return
    • Sensitivity analysis (e.g., variable costs of electricity)
• 25 year environmental benefits – including emission reductions
• Grant application preparation

Design

• Site design surveys
• Innovative design for special projects
• Vendor quotes and product research
• Architectural integration
• Product recommendations
• Project and Installation Management
  • Partnership with Nexamp Inc.

Benefits of Solar Energy

• Economical investment with grant support
• No fuel costs (solar radiation is free)
• Surplus energy potential from sunlight
• Various state and federal tax incentives, grants, low-cost loans, etc.
• Air and water pollution reduction benefits
• Reduces dependence on fossil fuels