Design

Design

01

SYSTEM DESIGN

With a year’s worth of electric bills, we determined the size of the system.  We access and evaluate every aspect of the design before beginning.

02

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

We verify roof adequacy assessments, foundation design and carport design.  We look at the building and use our proprietary design software to come up with the absolute best solution, customized for each client.

03

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Comprehensive DC and AC electrical system engineering, conductor optimization, and interconnection design is performed, and plans are drawn and signed.

04

PERMITTING

As part of our services, we obtain all permits and necessary approvals from all agencieshaving jurisdiction over your property.

Design

SYSTEM DESIGN

With a year’s worth of electric bills, we determined the size of the system.  We access and evaluate every aspect of the design before beginning.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

We verify roof adequacy assessments, foundation design and carport design.  We look at the building and use our proprietary design software to come up with the absolute best solution, customized for each client.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Comprehensive DC and AC electrical system engineering, conductor optimization, and interconnection design is performed, and plans are drawn and signed.

PERMITTING

As part of our services, we obtain all permits and necessary approvals from all agencieshaving jurisdiction over your property.

Engineering Precision for Commercial Solar Excellence

Our Design Philosophy

At CitiGreen, solar design isn’t just about panels and inverters—it’s about predictable returns. Led by Mark Frederick, our founder and lead engineer with 24+ years in commercial energy systems, we engineer solutions that align technical precision with your financial goals.

What Sets Our Design Process Apart:

  • Commercial-First Focus: We prioritize systems built for high-demand environments (warehouses, factories, car dealerships), not residential templates.
  • Beyond “Max Production”: We optimize for your energy curve, tariff structures, and future expansion plans—not just peak sunlight hours.
  • Risk Mitigation: Our designs account for equipment degradation, utility rate changes, and evolving business needs over a 25-year lifespan.

Technical Excellence in Action

1. Site Analysis & Modeling

  • Advanced LiDAR Mapping: Identify shading risks down to the hour.
  • Tariff-Specific Modeling: Simulate time-of-use (TOU) rates against your actual operating hours.

2. Component Selection

  • Tier-1 Equipment Only: We use commercial-grade panels/inverters with proven ROI in high-usage settings.
  • Smart Monitoring Integration: Real-time alerts for underperformance, tied to dollar losses.

3. Financial Guardrails

  • Performance Guarantees: We back our designs with enforceable energy output warranties.
  • Scalability Frameworks: Design modular systems that grow with your business.

Why It Matters

For commercial operators, solar isn’t a sustainability checkbox—it’s a financial asset. Poor design erodes margins; precision engineering protects them. With CitiGreen, you gain:

  • Predictable Savings: No guesswork—our models map to your P&L
  • Risk Reduction: Proactive maintenance + performance guarantees = no surprises.
  • Long-Term Partnerships: We design systems you’ll own for decades, not resell in 5 years.

Maximizing Value from Every Installed kW

At CitiGreen, we are committed to ensuring that every kilowatt (kW) of solar energy installed delivers the highest possible value for your project. Here’s how we achieve this:

Maximized ROI: By optimizing system performance, we ensure your project achieves the highest possible return on investment.
Increased Project Value: Higher energy generation translates directly into greater income and long-term savings.
Time-of-Use Rate Optimization: We design systems to take full advantage of time-of-use (TOU) rates, ensuring you benefit from the most favorable energy pricing.
Accurate Energy Forecasting: Our advanced analysis tools provide precise projections of your electricity bills post-installation, giving you confidence in your financial outcomes.
Optimal System Design: Our installation techniques minimize shading and other inefficiencies, ensuring maximum energy output from your system.
Real-Time Financial Insights: Our monitoring tools convert energy generation and usage into dollar equivalents, providing clear, actionable insights into your savings.
Ongoing Performance Assurance: Our operations and maintenance (O&M) services ensure your system operates at peak efficiency over its lifetime, safeguarding your investment.

Why It Matters:
Every kW matters when it comes to solar energy. By focusing on maximizing output and value, we help you achieve not only your sustainability goals but also your financial objectives. With CitiGreen, you can trust that your solar investment is optimized for long-term success.

“After searching for the right solar provider, we knew CitiGreen would be perfect for us when they were the only ones able to finance our project. They went above and beyond to be sure my family’s business could reap the benefits of going solar.”

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