Solar Power Business Idea
Neville Medhora: “In Austin they have started a program that allows residential homes to recieve up to a $5,000 check per year simply for having a solar system on your home (that generates a certain amount of power). You could offer free installation of solar panels on homes in exchange for these yearly checks. A lot of people would jump at the chance for “absolutely free” solar panels, especially in green-place like Austin. Outfitting a home with a solar panel system generally costs $15,000 – $20,000. For commerical buildings, the city writes checks of up to $100,000 per year. Looking out at my aparment complex, putting solar panels on each roof would be discreet and bring in 100 grand per year, plus save the complex tons of money. This was an idea I was pretty involved with for a while. The solar industry is becoming huge in the United States, take advantage of it!”
Update: For more green business ideas, read my review of 75 Green Businesses You Can Start to Make Money and Make A Difference.
Neville Medhora on February 28th, 2005 7:54 am
It is a great idea isn’t it! Take a look at countries like Germany, and you will see the extreme popularity of solar power.
With the price of energy going up and becoming more scarce, solar energy is a great contender to help lessen the price of our energy consumption.
Thanks for the post Dane!
-Neville
Michael Trimble on February 28th, 2005 10:07 am
So residential ROI would kick in about year 5, assuming the muni funds don’t play out and the equipment doesn’t break? That’s a very, um, patient business plan, isn’t it?
Neville Medhora on February 28th, 2005 6:42 pm
The business would have to be heavily leveraged to make money right away.
One of the reasons I didn’t follow through with this plan is for that reason. The plus side is, you would hardly have any competition in the “Free solar power” field.
The concept is like buying a house for rental purposes. You focus on paying off the initial mortgage at first, but once it is paid off, everything is profit.
Rudy Rangel on September 9th, 2005 3:56 pm
Sounds like a great opertunity.
I wonder if California would do something like that. There is plenty of Sun over here. I am looking into staring this type of business thanks for the tip.
Rob Leonard on November 24th, 2006 10:56 pm
My question is , how can I get into the solar power industry coming from an urban area . Could you or someone help me out. Just point me in the right direction. I to realize the benefit and potenial of solar power. With the knowlegde that every roof top is $$$. It bother me that I could get left behind with this !!
Jessie on January 12th, 2007 2:19 pm
Solar power, great idea. I am willing to go into a partnership with family and start a small local solar farm if permitted by locat and state……..Ca. Does anyone have any sugguestions on this idea…please comment.
Jessie
paul on January 28th, 2007 9:55 am
Dont know about the upfront investment idea- there is a no cost MLM open to anyone who wants to offer rental solar panels for a reduced cost in utility bills and help greenup the country- great opportunity to get involved save money and make money getting others to get involved.
http://SolarPowerMLM.com/
S. Toyonaga on March 2nd, 2007 3:11 pm
I was wondering, are there any solar power businesses that are interested in franchising with other countries?
It’s not a bad idea, I think. Italy just put out a budget law that all new buildings have solar water heaters. It’s a great way to make money, but what about a densly populated area like Japan, China or India?
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Ryan Vergara on June 28th, 2007 7:20 pm
I really hope somebody can give me an idea as to how to make Solar PV marketbale here in the Philippines, especially in our urban areas. Considering we are a tropical country, it will make all technical sense. But, unfortunately, lack of policy support from government hinder the propagation of this technology. Well, I hope to pioneer some sort of a solar urban boom here.
krishna on December 26th, 2007 12:01 am
I would like to start with a small business in solar energy. could some one guide me ho to go about this.
Jon-Erik on January 7th, 2008 11:09 am
Krishna please write me an e-mail at jonerik.dillon@hotmail.com I might have some ideas for you concerning the solar biz.
C. Lacquey on January 10th, 2008 5:24 pm
I am very interested in this solar power business. Is there some sort of guide or start up website? Seems like a good business opportunity. Thanks for any help that might be offered.
Andre on January 17th, 2008 12:00 pm
I am also very interested in a solar power business.I am living in South-Africa and we are currently experiencing huge blackouts throughout the country because of the national power supplier`s incapability to supply the huge demand that is currently experienced. I would like to start a business.Please help me with information.THANK YOU!
Charles Odeghe on January 24th, 2008 3:31 am
Hello Neville,
I would love to hear back from you. For almost a year now myself and my brother who currently works for a solar energy company have been thinking of opening a store. A store where we sell solar panels, heating systems for pools and more. There are also more stuff which I don’t want to really go into details here such as installation service and workshop for the community. Our location will be somewhere in California..
You stated above the in Austine, the state is giving out $5,000 check, if one does the installation for free, how do you get paid for the installation service? Because I know very few middle class ppl can afford solar service, and I think the govt should strategically develop a way for it to be more affordable.
I’m about writing up a business plan. I’m also interested in Ethanol production..
Expecting to hear bach from you…
Charles..
James W on February 20th, 2008 6:35 pm
http://www.solar4power.com/solar-power-retail-opportunities.html
I ran acroee this link but don’t have any experience with them.
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Prem anand on May 7th, 2008 3:35 am
I am very passionate about solar energy and very well understand its potential in the coming years. In countries like india where i stay the power situtation is very bad. Please let me know if i can get any dealer opportunities for solar home lighting systems.
Scott Richardson on May 7th, 2008 8:02 pm
Hello all
I am an Australian living in China for six years. I currently run an export business for many products including solar panels.
All procedures from PO processing to quality control and delivery are handled by an experienced Production team that go inot the factory and approve each process before shipping.. Our gurantee of quality and our excellent service has seen sales rise over 30% per month.
We mainly sell to distributors in Europe and the USA but are always open to new opportunities for partnership.
Regards
Shekhar Bhutkar on May 15th, 2008 5:53 pm
Hi Scott,
I am Indian living in Australia for a few years. I am pasionate about the educating others about the Solar power conversions. I think as a business it has real potential for the Indian market to import solar power products into the market. Any website would you suggest to get an idea of the product range that can be availed?
ashok kumar on May 17th, 2008 3:48 am
I am also very interested in a solar power business.I am living in India and I believe I as a business it has real potential for the Indian market to import solar power products.
I would like to start a business.Please help me with information.THANK YOU!
Ashish Jain on May 19th, 2008 2:29 am
I just wanted to know more on solar power exploration in India. I am looking to set up a business in India on solar power segment.
Ashish Jain on May 19th, 2008 2:29 am
I just wanted to know more on solar power exploration in India. I am looking forward to set up a business in India on solar power system.
Todd on May 21st, 2008 9:46 am
Hi Scott,
I am building a solar system ownership/installation company- how can I contact you regarding your products.
Best
LokeMK on May 22nd, 2008 2:52 am
I am writing from Malaysia. Like all of you, i am looking for potential opportunities in the solar industry but found that the best bet would probably be in the downstream market.
I did some research and found that:
a) Solar PV industry has grosn tremendously at compounded growth rate of 50% over past 8 years
b) Due to the tremendous potential, VCs have poured in billion of dollar into this, but almost 90% of the investments were directed into upstream activities eg. cell and module manufacturing, silicon feedstock production etc. The upstream part of the industry also typically requires huge capital investments (which forms one of the entry barriers)
c) Hence I think one should look at the downstream part of the industry, where entry barriers are lower. This includes system integration and provision of solar monitoring services
d) Successful companies include Fat Spaniel (monitoring software co., which has recently raised USD 18m) and Mainstream Energy (system integrator, recently bought by REC, one of largest integrated solar player in world). In China, where solar installation is highest in world, several downstream players have successfully managed to raise VC funding and even, gone for IPO.
e) I dont have the required technical expertise, and solar installation is still at its infancy in my country (I am ex-VC). Technical expertise is probably the biggest entry in the downstream segment of the industry.
If you need advise on business plan/funding etc., please contact me at lmk55@hotmail.com
As I usually ignore emails from unfamilar addresses, please use Solar as subject headline
Good luck
Donnie on June 5th, 2008 12:43 pm
I would like to learn more about the industry, I feel that social/political climate, here in Canada is ready for some bold entrepreneurs to help bring solar, and all renewable energy issues to the forefront of our household energy needs. Economics are forcing change onto us all, and I believe solar power is one way for individuals to take ownership of their energy needs. I am interested about being in the solar power business, any advice/guidance would be appreciated.
Jon-Erik Dillon on June 5th, 2008 2:55 pm
Hi Donnie, I am currently in the Solar Thermal Market in Canada. I could give you some insight on which would be the best way to pursue. Please contact me on my hotmail account. Jonerik.dillon@hotmail.com
Thanks,
Jon-Erik
clara white on June 10th, 2008 12:07 pm
who you are buying the solar cell from?
Nimai Padhy on June 29th, 2008 12:20 am
Hello everyone,
I am desparately looking for some good business opportunities in Solar energy sector. Would appreciate if somebody provides me some pointers.
Also, please let me know if anyone is interested to partner with me.
Regards,
Nimai
aj on July 2nd, 2008 11:21 pm
I am interested in starting a solar power installation business. Can someone please direct me to the right direction. Many thanks, happy 4th of july.
Green-preneur on July 15th, 2008 7:24 am
After browsing the comments still no one has added any direction? Tough field I assume to break unless you have 20k+ to invest, unfortunately I do not.
Yes I concur this is a huge field to enter in mainly when we all feel the crutch of our winter bills this year and hell yeah I want to be apart of the Solar Revolution one Im sure will b televised. So someone please show me the yellow brick road!
Have neglected my blog for a few failed ecobusiness adventures but added anyways.
Daniel Godbout on July 30th, 2008 8:29 am
I will start a solar buisness in Canada. I have good knowledge of the products and design . I am interested to design off grid solar systems in different countries like Africa. If some of you are interested to do projects together or share ideas it could be great.
I a am also looking for someone that knows finance that want to be parter with me.
Have a great success !
godboutdaniel@gmail.com
vaibhav on August 5th, 2008 9:36 am
hi everybody
i belong to north india which faces extreme climate hence i feel a big need for solar revolution. but i dnt carry huge investments but can manage decent ones. anybody with expertise or interests and looking to put heart n soul in this field. cntct me
thanks!!
vaibhav on August 5th, 2008 9:37 am
vaibhavsiib@gmail.com
jonerik.dillon@hotmail.com on August 11th, 2008 12:12 pm
Yes I am looking into solar power business in so.Cal. How do I get started. My trade has been boilermaker, we build power plants.
Jon-Erik Dilln on August 11th, 2008 12:53 pm
Whoever left the last comment using my e-mail, I would appreciate it if you use your own.
George Hinga on August 16th, 2008 3:26 am
Scott Richardson,
I live in Kenya where i run a company called Power solutions ltd. I am interested in distributing your solar products here in Kenya. Contact me on: george@pslkenya.com
best regards.
keith poliska on August 20th, 2008 11:57 am
I am looking into a solar business but need help getting started. I am a boilermaker by trade,have a general contractors license,and I.C.B.O. cert..But cannot run a business by myself. I was born and raised in So. Cal. and seeking oppurtunity.
Ronald on August 21st, 2008 4:05 pm
Hi,
I live in Ontario Canada and I’m looking to start research into a small scale solar farm. I’m wondering if it is feasable to buy land, throw up a few solar panels and sell the energy back to the government (re: Standard offer Program).
Have you any experince with operations like that? do they exist on such a small scale? What might be a ballpark start up cost? Where does a person begin if they want to have questions answered regarding the business plan.
Daniel Godbout on August 26th, 2008 11:18 am
Hi Ronald,
I am from Quebec. I will help you about the Ontario incentive program.
Send me a email : godboutdaniel@gmail.com
Alan Murtaza on August 28th, 2008 7:50 pm
Wow. I am, as of now in the business of WiFi or meshing, and I found that people are always looking for more affordable ways for these kinds of services such as internet and the utilities etc. This would be another extraordinary opportunity. Where would i go to get the info to start something like this.
Ricardo on September 10th, 2008 3:23 pm
I am a retired engineer and i have been searching for a business in the solar power area. So far i have not had any luck. I did find the following web site, but they do not answer to to two listed phones and they do not response to any email, there is something wrong with there several, bad. http://www.solar4power.com/solar-power-retail-opportunities.html
i need some help in this inquire if anyone knows. I am located in north Texas and i believe that this area is open for this type of business.
Sandeep Gupta on September 15th, 2008 6:36 am
I am very interested in a solar power business.I am from India and I believe I as a business it has real potential opportunity for the Indian market to import solar power products or produce overhere.
I would like to start a business.Please help me with detail information & projected capital.THANK YOU!
Mike on September 19th, 2008 9:46 am
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Ketan on October 2nd, 2008 10:54 pm
Clean energy production from Solar has always fascinated me from my childhood. I am looking for some good business opportunities in Solar energy sector and would appreciate someone’s guidence.
Currently I am based in California, USA.
Thank you!
Mike on October 3rd, 2008 6:37 am
Keten
In your post you stated “I am looking for some good business opportunities in Solar energy sector and would appreciate someone’s guidance.” I believe I have a great opportunity in this area of the industry. So my question would be is your thinking large scale or small scale in application? I believe that we can hit extremely high efficiencies with our plans. It is state of the art 30 years from now. Interested? Can you imagine hitting 75 to 85% efficiency in Solar? What would that be worth? How would that compete with Wind? Coal? etc.
Mike
Adnan on October 16th, 2008 2:48 pm
Mike,
I would be interested in hearing from you about whaty ou have to offer.
dinesh sharma on October 20th, 2008 6:02 am
I am very passionate about solar energy and very well understand its potential in the coming years. In countries like india where i stay the power situtation is very bad. Please let me know if i can get any dealer opportunities for solar home lighting systems.
Daniel on October 24th, 2008 3:34 am
now with the economy and the way things are in america, its a good idea to start a solar business and help to make a change for the way we rely on energy.
i am 22, and i am planning on starting a solar business in sarasota fl. i have people who are willing to help me get it started, but i would like to have other peoples opinions and ideas on how to start. thank you!
Patrick on October 30th, 2008 6:14 pm
I started a company of importing and exporting solar panels globally and have seen the potential, I am in california and am looking for business opportunities in the Solar energy market wether it be resale or solar farm to any form of solar energy. The potential is great and I would love to hear from anyone who would like to help maybe possibly do some business together? Any information would be great. email me at psblpsbl@yahoo.com
thanks
Patrick
Aqua Sunn on November 4th, 2008 8:01 am
For those of you interested in buying solar water heaters, or potentially interested in reselling our systems please listen up.
Aqua Sunn will offer a very attractive commission to those who bring us buyers for our systems. Our units are not those cheap systems you find on e-bay or from those shady websites that don’t offer a reliable warranty.
Aqua Sunn does offer a variety of SWH that will fit anybody’s needs, whether it’s Residential or Commercial.
We do have a few Pressurized Thermosiphon systems in stock right now in California selling at a discounted price to clear out the inventory. They are the same systems we are installing on the residences for Stanford University (so it’s not cheap products)
Please visit our website if you have any questions, or you can contact us through
Info@aquasunn.com
http://www.AquaSunn.com
We are always open to hearing any business propositions
Thanks,
Aqua Sunn Team
Kannan Rajednran on November 15th, 2008 8:13 am
I am from India and I am looking for Solar oppurtunities. If any one interested to market their products in India or want to expand their business in India, I am willing to join hands.
Siddharth Khandelwal on November 23rd, 2008 1:08 am
Dear All,
We are a business house in India looking to start a venture in solar energy industry. We are keen on a starting a stand-alone entity or a JV supported by a foreign company.
If you are sincerely interested or can give some useful leads, shoot me an email at: siddharth_khandelwal@hotmail.com
Regards,
Siddharth
Siddharth Khandelwal on November 23rd, 2008 1:10 am
Dear All,
We are a business house in India looking to start a venture in solar energy industry. We are keen on a starting a stand-alone entity or a JV supported by a foreign company.
If you are sincerely interested or can give some useful leads, shoot me an email at: siddharth_khandelwal@hotmail.com
Regards,
Siddharth
John on December 4th, 2008 3:48 pm
Hello all. I, like many of the posters above, believe this business is the future. I am extremely interested in pursuing this opportunity. Please send any information on solar power as a business to fgi_mich@hotmail.com. I am interested in all aspects of this work and need to begin to absorb as much information as possible right now and have had a hard time finding reliable info elsewhere. Much appreciation in advance.
Steve Nickles on December 6th, 2008 6:18 pm
I am interested in starting a business in solar. I live in Wisconsin and I have a 4000 sq ft building ready to go. I have a sucessful business already, but I really want to start another in energy conservation. I don’t now much about solar but I know how to run a business and I have to start somewhere. Please let me know if anyone has interest or advice. Its people like us that are trying to save this mess of a planet!
Thanks, Steve
Steve Nickles on December 6th, 2008 6:20 pm
Stevenickles@dishmail.net
Steve Nickles on December 6th, 2008 6:22 pm
Sorry, I forgot to add my email. Please respond to stevenickles@dishmail.net
Nick Skalini on December 6th, 2008 6:26 pm
I am interested in starting a business in solar. I live in Wisconsin and I have a 4000 sq ft building ready to go. I have a sucessful business already, but I really want to start another in energy conservation. I don’t now much about solar but I know how to run a business and I have to start somewhere. Please let me know if anyone has interest or advice. Its people like us that are trying to save this mess of a planet! stevenickles@dishmail.net
Thanks, Steve
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Trevor Hamil on December 28th, 2008 9:12 am
Hello everyone,
I’ve been interested in solar power my whole life, it simply fascinates me. I truly believe this is the future and would like to pursue a business in this area. I don’t believe capital would be a problem, it’s the knowledge/expertise that I need. I’m looking to learn as much as I can and would appreciate any input. I live in the NE Metro Atlanta area and ideally would like to partner with someone who shares similar interests. If you have advice or are interested in forming a partnership, please email me: trevor3@bellsouth.net
Walter on December 30th, 2008 11:04 pm
Hello all,
I came to this site doing some research on starting a small business, a business of solar panel installation or solar panel distribution. Non-the-less, I see everyone here shares a common interest as I do.
I don’y have the experience with solar panels or how to install them either. I do however have the drive and the willingness to learn so that I can start making profit as well as provide a cleaner and less expensive way to harvest energy. I live in Albuquerque, NM and have noticed the increase in solar energy use and manufacturers in my area. I want a piece of the action. Does anyone have some ideas or suggestions for me?
I really would appreciate it. Thank you
Craig on January 14th, 2009 8:54 am
I am very interested in the emerging solar business and the opportunities for financial success and environmental reform that it offers. Like most on this site, I find it difficult to establish a clear path to a solar business start-up. I am based in Toronto, Ontario with a desire to either build ‘mini’ solar farms locally or help countries such as India to provide sustainable power to its citizen via micro financing. I have substantial capital to invest and I am looking for a partner to bring this solar vision to a reality. My timeline is 8-16 months.
Kindest Regards
Reed on January 15th, 2009 3:21 pm
I have started the research into a dual use manufacturing and retail service and sales business of solar and energy efficient related items in the Philadelphia metropolitan area and am looking for any persons who may have practical experience in this field. Basically I am asking to learn from people who have actually been in this field who would be willing to explain some of the “pitfalls” related to this field. I have sales and business start up experience,access to financing , and desire but lack in the basic knowledge of the field to make a proper analysis of the viable status of a business located on the Eastern seaboard. Any help, advice, or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Please email me at
REEDOREM@AOL.COM
Arash on January 18th, 2009 9:52 pm
Craig,
You have not provided a contact information in your post. I appreciate if you could provide contact information.
Jon-Erik on January 21st, 2009 5:49 pm
Craig, Could you please contact me on my e-mail with your contact information Jdillon@aquasunn.com
I have a green tech financing business based out of Montreal called Visio Energy. Could be some interesting potential.
Best Regards,
Jon-Erik Dillon
Zach on January 30th, 2009 9:07 am
I am struggling carpenter in Northern Minnesota, trying to survive in this recession. I have always been deeply passionate about alternative energy and its been my dream to start my own small business here installing solar panels. I thought that maybe now might be the right time to put that dream into full effect. However, I am not sure where to start, what schooling, training or certifications to have and etc. I have looked into solar panel installer jobs around my area, but it doesn’t seem to be as popular in midwest as it is on the west coast. If anyone has any suggestions or any info for me, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Zach
Zach on January 30th, 2009 9:25 am
My email address is zach@powerhouseretail.com…thanks
Craig on February 5th, 2009 8:53 am
My contact information is cwpitman@gmail.com
I look forward to discussing business possibilities.
Barry Armstrong on February 7th, 2009 3:26 pm
Hi,
I am from the midwest (Iowa) and am extremely interested in pursuing a business opportunity in solar power. Please send any information about the solar power business dealing with sales, service and installation to bstrong73@gmail.com. I am interested in all aspects of this work including training and certifications needed to get started. I’m having a hard time finding reliable information anywhere. Thanks in advance.
Barry
Also looking for interested partners in the midwest.
Sanjay Gadekar on February 16th, 2009 10:23 am
I want to know more on solar power exploration in India. I am looking forward to set up a business in India on solar power system. I wanted to supply generated power to Government substation. please advise
Chris Rodman on February 19th, 2009 11:44 am
We offer a fantastic dealer opportunity for individuals or businesses to become authorized solar dealers. Email me for more information on this. We are actively seeking companies or individuals in the US and Canada. Thanks for keeping it green :-)
Chris Rodman on February 19th, 2009 11:45 am
My contact email is chris.rodman@solarenergy.com
Aric on February 19th, 2009 2:52 pm
I am also very interested in starting a solar panel business. I live in Maine, USA and the industry in untouched up here and in dire need. Someone please e-mail me with a business opertunity or information. Thank-you.
Aric Rice
arice85@yahoo.com
Val B Hendrai on February 20th, 2009 9:38 pm
Hi… I am Val , from Indonesia.
I am very interested in starting a solar power business. In indonesia, electricity has been a problem for a long time. In several cities, there has been a constant electricity blackout in every week. However, the lack of government support and policy has prevented solar power as an alternate energy. I wonder if anybody can help me with information or advices on solar power business opportunity.
Thank you.
Val Hendrai
Val B Hendrai on February 21st, 2009 7:08 am
Sorry, I forgot to post my email address;
please reply to vhendrai@gmail.com
Ray on February 28th, 2009 8:39 pm
Hey all. I live here if Florida and have been reviewing the emerging technologies in Solar Energy and is very interested in starting my own installation business. I have a mechanical engineering background as well as owing my own business. Any info on entering into this area will be highly appreciated. We all must do our best to heal our planet. It is the only place we can live currently.
Ray on February 28th, 2009 8:41 pm
Please send any HELPFUL information to rayrho33@yahoo.com. Thanks
Greenpreneur on March 2nd, 2009 10:05 am
I am excited by the continued search for a viable environmental business opp and would love to connect with those seeking partners but at the moment still trying to get my capital to an above comfortable level.
I too have searched and many of these companies are start-ups with little actual support or financial backing. I wanted to try one to get in ground floor but with these economic times I have been hesitant. Don’t want to risk capital in “just” a concept.
AQUA SUNN (above) offers an opportunity however their website is half done! Solar powered AC System? I want to sell that!!!! If the proprietors of AQUA SUNN comes back please provide more depth to all of us eager to get in on the next entrepreneur movement and tell us when the site is complete too! Visio Energy (don’t know much about them) is fiscally backing them…. This may be who we are all looking for.
Aqua Sunn on March 3rd, 2009 8:30 am
Good Morning,
As requested above from Greenpreneur, I will give some more insight to Aqua Sunn.
As you can see the website is not completely finished and it’s due to several reasons. First of all we have not officially launched our products on the market because we are waiting for the SRCC to be completed. However we have been very active with projects on the West Coast. Commercial applications have been our focus since SRCC is not required to obtain the 30% Federal Tax rebate on commercial installations.
The second reason is we are restructuring/potential merger with another company to offer additional services to our dealers/installers.
Please check back within the next month for the website update.
As for Visio Energy, this is strictly a financing corporation. We offer PPA’s using solar thermal technology. The focus of this business is in the Canadian market for now.
Please e-mail Info@aquasunn.com if you have any further questions on dealer opportunities.
James Slattery on March 3rd, 2009 4:50 pm
I have a strong interest in pursuing solar energy generation, in Central America, as an investment. Is there anyone who can suggest sources of information or provide expertise?
James Slattery on March 3rd, 2009 4:52 pm
jslattery00@hotmail.com
Venkatesan on March 14th, 2009 11:58 pm
I am keen to enter into a solar power business.I live in Chennai, India and I believe there is a lots of business opportunity for solar power units. Can some one provide me information on one can go about approximate capital cost involved. I would be interested in taking up the joint venture if possible.
Martin on March 24th, 2009 2:57 am
My background is Trading, but have moved into Funding opportunities basically setting up projects or helping companies set-up projects and helping them raise funding.
We Currently have Large areas or land in two African Countries ( We have already established relationships with the local governments) Both countries are Experiencing power supply shortages. The potential for growth it huge.
Right now we are looking for:
- Project Managers / Teams
- Suppliers
- Funding
Please get in contact (only serious people please)
Martin on March 24th, 2009 2:58 am
email: optionstrading@hotmail.co.uk
rowena ong on April 9th, 2009 7:25 pm
i would like to know more about the business pls e-mail me the exacy details thank you.
rowena ong on April 9th, 2009 7:26 pm
email address wengzip@yahoo.com
Carlos A. Ferrer on April 12th, 2009 8:50 am
Hi, I’m very excited to discover this blog. I’ve been in the roofing business for the last four years, primarily in South Florida where I discovered solar panels as a source of green and clean energy. My background is sales (English-Spanish) and I would love to put a sales team as well as an installing crew into the solar panels business.
I’m looking for a partner (joint venture), my region’s preference is South Florida, and however I will consider any other place. My e-mail address is: carloferrer@hotmail.com
Gary on April 16th, 2009 10:25 pm
Hi All,
This is Garyliu, i am working in a factory for solar energy, including the solar panels, solar cells ,and we have more than 30 years experience in solar system.
If you want to enter into solar business or have been in the solar business, welcome to contact with us,
kING REGARDS!
Gary lgx198437@126.com
Nevada Solar on April 21st, 2009 6:13 pm
Greetings all,
I am requiring help in the business formalized business plan as well as the design of a solar farm. I own 367 acres that has an Ormat power line running through the property, the power line is currently on 20% utilized and has a capacity of 360MW. I want to build a 10 MW solar farm on the property. The property is already zoned M1, for industrial/commercial use and has road front access. There is access to a gravel pit locally in order to lay out gravel on the property. I have been sourcing solar panels from china as well as other parts required to complete the project. I have an angel investor lined up for some seed capital, but wants a large interest in the business. I have spoke with rep’s for some VC’s regarding capital. Is anyone available to help?
Nevada Solar on April 21st, 2009 6:14 pm
Contact me at: nevadasolar@gmail.com
Joan Richardson on April 25th, 2009 1:06 am
There are many opportunities out there since the Recovery Act went into affect. Check out gvt. grants under the recovery act. Be careful; most government grants are not for the benefit of an individual. See my web page for further details.
Be blessed
Jeeva on April 27th, 2009 2:33 am
Greetings for your success!
I am looking for business or financial partners to establish a small solar panel Installation or water heating business in southern India. If you are familiar to solar you will know the big future potentials of Indian markets with 300 sunny days a year. I wanted to get involved in solar business about 6 months in my native city Chennai, India and Currently I am located nearby Düsseldorf, Germany and exploring the solar business possibilities with southern India together with my friend who have good knowledge in the solar field.
we will be very happy if you come back to us soon with any kind of solar business relationship (like dealership, service provider, trend setter etc. mainly towards solar field).
e-mail: jeevak1979@yahoo.com
NAG on May 9th, 2009 11:01 pm
Hi I am from India. I am planning to start a world class solar pannel manufacturing company within few months. Currently we looking for worldwide channel partners, dealers, technology providers.
Anyone interested can contact.
NAG on May 9th, 2009 11:07 pm
Hi dudes
I am from India. I am planning to start a world class solar pannel manufacturing company within few months. Currently we looking for worldwide channel partners, dealers, technology providers.
Anyone interested can contact.
nag117@in.com
Kelz on May 14th, 2009 5:51 am
Hi all
I am looking to develop the use of solar energy in southern africa,particularly zimbabwe.are there any tips on how to go about it or intrested partners?
thanks
AJT on May 19th, 2009 10:20 pm
Hello,
I am an entrepreneur from Mumbai, India. We have a few successful businesses and are interested in adopting industrial Solar Power Solutions. Needless to say that these should be competitive, but we have the funds and are looking for possible solutions.
In addition, we do have a couple of million dollars that we could contribute to a good, sustainable solar power business idea in India.
Looking for a response from both technology suppliers as well as business ideas.
Email address to reply on is athackersey@gmail.com
Cheers
Tom on May 26th, 2009 9:14 am
Hello All,
I am looking for those people that posted and want to partner up, I am coming out with my own brand of solar panels that are manufactured by the same big names and need sales people around the world. There is great money in it! email me if you are ready and willing to add to my business team! Sales@usegreencompanies.com
Andrew Davis on May 26th, 2009 1:13 pm
Hello All,
I need your kind assistance. Trying to prepare a business plan for the formation of a solar company in Jamaica. Anyone has a good template or a sample business plan? Please email me at venturesjamaica@aol.com. Thanks much
lazikiwe on May 29th, 2009 9:54 am
Actually the idea of doing the installation in return for the yearly checks is a great idea and totally doable, i am really inspired and i will be checking out the book in barnes and noble this weekend.
David on June 16th, 2009 9:37 am
I have interest in distributing/installing owing a solar panel business that would start in the sw are and expand east ward.
David on June 16th, 2009 9:38 am
my e-mail is romeo_one@hotmail.com Thanks
Patrick on June 18th, 2009 8:59 pm
I have been running a distribution company, and have been building excellent relationships with the manufacturers. I am now interested in possibly developing a solar farm, in possibly in California, or another location on the west coast. I have mostly everything lined up, including system design, panels, inverters, etc. Also I do have some pieces of land in mind but I am looking for a partner and investors to complete the funding side of the project, I would like this farm to be large scale. I am also looking for a partner who would be interested in bidding on the upcoming PG&E solar farm projects as well. I am open to options please feel free to contact me with any ideas at psblpsbl@yahoo.com
Vijay on June 26th, 2009 4:09 pm
I am very interested in a solar power business.I am from India and I believe I as a business it has real potential opportunity for the Indian market to import solar power products or produce overhere.I would like to start a business. Please help me with detail information & projected capital. Please contact me at ddv_gaddala@yahoo.com
Kevin Rao on July 6th, 2009 12:07 am
My company is a Chinese manufacturer & Exporter of Various solar products include solar system.
I know about solar detailly. Anything I can help or business cooperation, email me at kevin6016@foxmail.com
skm on August 7th, 2009 7:56 pm
hi….am looking for a good franchise/business idea in the solar energy field for southern india where the sunlight is bountiful.
any ideas would be deeply appreciated
many thanks
Adam on August 13th, 2009 3:29 pm
Hi, I’m interested in a business opportunity/business plan related to installing and selling solar power panels. This is something they gets me going just thinking about it and if anyone had any good resources for the information required to know, learn and grow inthid particular industry I would appreciate it. I’m located in south Texas and there is virtually no one down here doing this type of work. I would love to start a business like this and any and all information pertaining to this would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Adam
Ellappan on September 14th, 2009 6:48 am
hi..am looking for a solar energy based business. give me some idea.
KPP on October 11th, 2009 8:15 pm
Hello everyone
I am looking for some good business opportunities in Solar energy sector in India. Would appreciate if somebody provides me some leadway.
I am more interested in starting a solar power installation business. Can someone please direct me to the right direction.
Thanks,
PKK ezyoze@hotmail.com
John Peyton on October 18th, 2009 11:31 pm
My company publishes a manual on how to open a Solar Power Installation Company. If you are interested, you can go to:
http://www.SolarPowerBusinessPlan.com
Thanks
John Peyton
Hariprasad on November 1st, 2009 10:34 pm
Dear All,
We are a business house in India looking to start a venture in solar energy industry. We are keen on a starting a stand-alone entity or a JV supported by a foreign company.
If you are sincerely interested or can give some useful leads, shoot me an email at: hariprasadr@hotmail.com
Regards,
Hariprasad
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