Commercial Solar Installations
Power your business with solar and reduce overhead for decades, with expert support from Oregon's most trusted solar team.
Thinking about commercial solar for your business?
Commercial solar helps you stabilize operating costs while leveraging thousands in Energy Trust of Oregon incentives to reduce upfront investment. In many cases, solar is more affordable, and easier to install, than you’d expect.
Commercial Solar Installation in Oregon
National Solar provides turnkey commercial solar installation services across the entire state of Oregon. Whether you're looking to stabilize utility costs, meet sustainability targets, or take advantage of Oregon commercial solar incentives, we help businesses maximize long-term value from clean energy.
What is Commercial Solar?
Commercial solar refers to solar photovoltaic (PV) systems installed on businesses, industrial facilities, nonprofits, public buildings, and multi‑unit properties that generate electricity to offset grid power usage. Cutting energy bills and locking in long‑term savings. Solar works on flat or sloped roofs, carports, ground‑mounted fields, and can even power parking and EV charging infrastructure when designed right.
Why Oregon Is a Strong Market for Commercial Solar
Solar works best where there’s lots of roof space, predictable energy use, and local incentives, conditions common across Oregon’s warehouses, retail spaces, offices, multi‑family buildings, farms, nonprofits, and municipal facilities. Large roof areas and stable daytime loads help systems deliver strong returns.
Key Benefits of Commercial Solar
- Lower operating costs by reducing utility bills year after year.
- Predictable energy pricing despite rising grid electricity rates.
- Long system lifespan: 25+ years of production with minimal maintenance.
- Scalability: systems can grow as business energy needs expand
Where commercial solar works best in Oregon?
Solar is for multiple building types, with various types of roofs.
- Warehouses & industrial facilities – large roof space = big savings
- Retail stores & offices – reduce HVAC and lighting costs
- Multi-family units (4-plex to 100+ units) – shared or split-metered
- Farms, ranches & greenhouses – power pumps, barns, or grow operations
- Churches, schools & nonprofits – benefit from PPAs and low rates
- Municipal buildings – reliable long-term budget control
Common questions about commercial solar
Will solar disrupt my operations?
We schedule work to minimize impact, many clients stay fully operational during install.
Can I finance commercial solar?
Yes! We help you explore options for purchase.
Will my system be scalable?
Absolutely. We future-proof every system so you can expand as your business grows.
Commercial Solar Incentives in Oregon
1. Energy Trust of Oregon (ETO) Cash Incentives
Last updated on January 18, 2026
- ETO offers cash incentives for commercial solar installations to customers of utilities like Portland General Electric and Pacific Power.
- Incentive amounts are calculated on a per‑watt basis, and typically decrease over time as funding is used. ETO manages incentives through a stepped allocation process. National Solar is a proud Trade Ally Solar Installer, with a high rating, award winning team, and
- These incentives help reduce upfront costs and are applied to your system contract-reducing what you owe on Day 1.
Solar and Battery Installation Incentives
Installation incentives depend on the size of your installation and your electric utility.
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Solar Development Assistance
To help you plan and determine the solar potential of your project, ETO offers a solar development assistance incentive to offset the upfront cost of a feasibility report, which will provide you with a custom system design and cost-benefit analysis.
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Battery Development Assistance
To help you plan and determine how much battery storage you’ll need for your project, ETO offers a battery storage development assistance incentive to offset the upfront cost of a feasibility report, which will provide you with a custom system design and cost-benefit analysis.
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Requirements for Solar or Battery development assistance for projects is one of the following:
- New building
- Solar + storage
- Nonprofit
- Government entity
- Tribal Nation
- Utility grant applicant
2. Utility Rebates & Net Metering
- Some utilities (e.g., Pacific Power) offer additional rebates on a per‑watt basis for business systems.
- Oregon’s net metering policies allow businesses to receive credits for excess generation fed back to the grid.
3. Grants & Other Programs
- Beyond ETO and federal tax credits, businesses may access state/community grants, rural energy support (e.g., USDA REAP), and accelerated depreciation tax benefits (MACRS)*.
4. Commercial Solar Tax Advantages for 2026+ Installs
Federal incentives can still lower your net project cost—and improve year-one cash flow—when your system is placed in service in 2026 or later.
Claim a federal clean electricity investment tax credit (ITC).
Projects placed in service after December 31, 2024 may qualify for the Clean Electricity Investment Credit (IRC §48E). The IRS lists a 6% base credit, which can increase up to 30% when prevailing wage and registered apprenticeship requirements are met, with potential +10% adders for domestic content and for certain “energy community” locations. The IRS also notes the credit can be transferred (or, for certain entities, taken as direct pay).
Accelerate depreciation to improve after-tax ROI.
Qualified clean energy property placed in service after December 31, 2024 may be treated as 5-year MACRS property (accelerated depreciation). If you claim the federal credit, your depreciable basis is generally adjusted (commonly described as a basis reduction tied to the credit amount). And as of the IRS’s January 2026 guidance, 100% bonus depreciation is available permanently for qualified property acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025—your tax advisor can confirm whether and how your solar assets qualify under §168(k).
*Eligibility for the 30 % federal tax credit and other incentives may vary. Consult a tax professional.
| Offer | Portland General Electric | Pacific Power |
|---|---|---|
| Solar for Businesses | $0.10/W up to $10,000 | $0.10/W up to $10,000 |
| Battery Storage for Businesses | $300/kWh up to $9,000 | $300/kWh up to $9,000 |
| Utility | Incentive Amount |
|---|---|
| Portland General Electric | $2,000 maximum |
| Pacific Power | $2,000 maximum |
| Utility | Incentive Amount |
|---|---|
| Portland General Electric | $3,000 maximum |
| Pacific Power | $3,000 maximum |
Our Process: From Assessment to Commissioning
1. Site Evaluation & Energy Profile Review
We begin with a comprehensive site walk and utility usage analysis. Our team evaluates roof conditions, structural integrity, and existing electrical systems to determine feasibility and potential yield.
2. System Design & Incentive Structuring
We engineer a solar or battery PV system tailored to your facility’s specs, including roof layout, load profile, utility interconnection, while securing all available eligible incentives.
3. Detailed Proposal & Pro Forma
You receive a full project proposal including system specs, diagrams, incentive breakdowns, and cash flow projections, all aligned with your financial and operational goals.
4. Permitting & Procurement
We manage all required permits, utility applications, and approvals. Equipment is sourced and staged to align with your construction schedule.
5. Installation & Interconnection
Our NABCEP-certified crews complete installation with minimal disruption to daily operations. Most installs are completed with no business downtime. Utility interconnection and inspections follow immediately after.
6. Commissioning & Handoff
Upon approval, your system is activated . You're now generating clean power with long-term savings in place.
Ready to see how solar pencils out for your facility? Please request a free estimate here.