SRECs & Services
What they are and why partner with SAMS for maximum financial benefit.
What is a Solar Renewable Energy Certificate?
[s•rek] noun
A Solar Renewable Energy Certificate (SREC) is a specialized form of certificate that represents the environmental attributes associated with generating electricity from solar energy. For every megawatt-hour of electricity produced by a solar power system, one SREC is generated. This certificate is separate from the actual electricity and serves as a unique identifier for the solar aspect of the energy generation.
Essentially, an SREC is a way to quantify and track the environmental benefits of solar power. It allows electricity suppliers to demonstrate compliance with Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) or similar regulations that mandate a certain percentage of energy to be sourced from renewable sources, specifically solar in this case. SRECs can be bought and sold in a market, providing a mechanism for solar power system owners to receive compensation for the environmental attributes of their clean energy production. The value of an SREC is influenced by market forces such as supply and demand, and it can be an essential component of the overall strategy for promoting and incentivizing solar energy generation.
Why Partner with Us?
At SAMS, we take a holistic approach to SREC brokering, incorporating essential asset management services into our broker fees. This ensures your investment remains lucrative, well-maintained, and optimized for peak performance.
Our dedicated team ensures your solar asset operates efficiently, providing financial and utility benefits to you and your family. We strongly encourage you to consider us for your broker needs, as our comprehensive approach ensures both financial success and sustainable energy benefits.
SREC Life Cycle
From solar production to payment—we handle every step
System generates electricity
Your solar panels produce clean energy from the sun.
Earn one SREC per 1000 kWh
Once you generate 1000 kWh you earn one SREC—typically every 1–2 months.
SAMS tracks & sells your SREC
We track your production and handle the brokerage—you stay hands-free.
You receive payment
Payment for sold SRECs via direct deposit.
System generates electricity
Your solar panels produce clean energy from the sun.
Earn one SREC per 1000 kWh
Once you generate 1000 kWh you earn one SREC—typically every 1–2 months.
SAMS tracks & sells your SREC
We track your production and handle the brokerage—you stay hands-free.
You receive payment
Payment for sold SRECs via direct deposit.
SREC Price Structure
Choose the structure that fits your goals.
Fixed Rate
Guaranteed fixed payments for your generated SRECs. Contracts range from 1-2 year terms.
Spot Market
SRECs are sold at the highest possible market rate. It is important to note this option increases exposure to price fluctuation.
Why Partner with Us?
We provide full management of your asset. From the monitoring to management and maintenance, our team is dedicated to ensuring you have an optimally performing solar system.
We completely remove the burden of system management and SREC trading.
Get StartedOur Management Services
Proactive monitoring, cleaning, inspections, and issue resolution—all designed to keep your system performing at its best.
*Please see A La Carte services for pricing.
Proactive Monitoring
This service is a virtual inspection of your solar system via the monitoring capabilities. Items ranging from system production to communication are reviewed to ensure optimal performance. Ultimately, we identify and address issues before they impact your production.
System Cleaning
We conduct annual system cleanings to ensure that you maximize the production efficiency of your system.
System Inspections
We conduct structural and electrical inspections of your system to ensure it remains free from rodents, damage and other potential causes of future downtime.
Production Verification
Our production verification is a meticulous process that compares your system's actual production to its estimated production figures, generated by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. These figures help ensure your system is performing as expected.
Issue Resolution Services
This service facilitates a hands-free experience by directly coordinating with your installer for any maintenance or warranty-related tasks. This streamlined process aims to eliminate hassles, minimize downtime, and keep your system running at peak performance.
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