Schools & Municipalities Solar

Power Public Facilities Responsibly and Affordably.

Smarter Energy for Stronger Communities

Public institutions face mounting pressure to manage budgets while demonstrating environmental responsibility. Solar energy offers a smart, cost-effective solution to help schools, municipalities, and other government entities reduce operating costs and reinvest in their communities.

Superior Energy Solutions

At Superior Energy Solutions, we design and install customized solar systems for cities, school districts, townships, and public works facilities throughout Ohio and neighboring states. With over 16 years of experience and hundreds of successful projects, we’re your trusted partner in municipal solar energy.

Benefits of Municipal Solar Projects

Reduce long-term energy costs for facilities
Stabilize budgets by eliminating utility volatility
Reallocate savings to public services, education, and infrastructure
Demonstrate environmental leadership to the community
Qualify for tax-exempt financing options and renewable energy grants
Improve the resiliency and energy independence of public operations

We’ve worked with K–12 schools, town halls, water treatment plants, maintenance facilities, and more.

Built to Serve Public Needs

We understand the unique requirements of public-sector energy projects. Our municipal solar services include:

Site evaluations for schools, government buildings, and utility lots
Energy audits and system sizing
Coordination with local officials and school boards
Assistance with public funding, grants, and tax-exempt financing
Seamless integration with existing infrastructure
Long-term system monitoring and support

Cost Breakdown & Savings Overview

Public solar projects often benefit from special funding opportunities that make solar even more cost-effective. Below is a general breakdown.

Item
System Size
Upfront System Cost
State/Federal Grants & Incentives
Net System Cost (After Incentives)
Annual Energy Savings
Payback Period
Lifetime Savings (25+ years)

Typical Range
50 – 500 kW
$150,000 – $1.2 million
Varies (15% – 60% of project cost)
$60,000 – $600,000
$10,000 – $120,000
6–10 years
$300,000 – $2 million+

Your actual project cost will depend on the size of the facility, energy use, roof or ground space, and available incentives. We provide a detailed ROI and savings estimate with every proposal.

Incentives & Funding Options

Superior Energy Solutions helps municipal clients access a variety of funding sources:

We work hand-in-hand with your leadership team or board to identify the best structure for your project.

Why Choose SES?

Proven experience delivering solar for government and educational facilities
Dedicated project managers to support public processes and deadlines
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured installation partners
Transparent communication and detailed reporting throughout

Results That Matter

When schools, towns, and utilities go solar, the savings create ripple effects. Those funds go back into classrooms, public safety, maintenance, and other critical services. A solar investment today means a more resilient, financially sound community tomorrow.

Take the Next Step Toward Energy Leadership

We offer free site evaluations and detailed energy assessments for schools and government entities across the Midwest.