About Real Energy Solutions (RES) &mdash RES

About Real Energy Solutions

Real Energy Solutions (RES), founded in February of 2006 is a full service Renewable Energy Development firm specializing in large scale photovoltaic, solar hot water and small wind project development with expertise in Energy Efficiency and carbon neutral planning and financing. As a full service turn-key company we provide feasibility studies, design services along with various financing and ownership models, consulting, program and project management, site acquisition, land use and building permit services and construction management. We are actively involved with Federal energy policy thru various organizations and with State policy affecting renewable or energy efficiency. We offer energy efficiency audits, financing options and consulting along with the all inclusive energy feasibility studies for businesses, municipalities and non-profits.
Real Energy Solutions develops turnkey solar projects that utilize a variety of third party financial models in order to monetize tax credits in various structured financing options. Several projects were completed in 2008 and 2009. Beginning in 2010 Commercial Solar Ventures merged under Real Energy Solutions. In October of 2010 Sandra Walden became the sole owner and manager.
We are committed to providing high quality services by proactively focusing on clients’ needs, exceeding their expectations and delivering innovative solutions.

Renewable Feasibility Studies

Real Energy Solutions provides renewable energy feasibility studies that allow clients interested in renewable energies to explore potential without over committing funds. Our feasibility studies may include energy resource availability, custom designs offset goals, cost benefit analysis as well as financing options including direct purchase, Power Purchase Agreements, Flip Structure or True lease options.

Finance Structuring and Funding

Real Energy Solutions uses an extensive and flexible financial model that allows clients to achieve their renewable energy goals by deciphering how to monetize the federal and state (if available) tax credits, accelerated depreciation, utility incentives and renewable energy credits. We have developed several models.

Site Acquisition Services – Site Scrub and Feasibility Studies

Real Energy Solutions has a well-trained, experienced, real estate staff that works to develop site-by-site strategies that ensure quality and success. Our site acquisition specialists pride themselves in providing advanced knowledge in land lease and easement negotiations and are highly focused on quality, cost minimization and meeting our clients’ goals.
Our site acquisition philosophy begins with the idea that the key to a smooth and timely project is the investigative work done in the first few weeks.Our fast-track review process provides initial information regarding existing land-use and political conditions that can make the difference between a speedy deployment and jurisdictional gridlock. Using our experience and relationships we are able to effectively negotiate on behalf of our clients, while preserving community support for renewables.
Our Site Scrub services help clients with numerous sites over a vast geographic area identify locations that have resources and favorable project features. Once those locations are screened into priority categories, our Feasibility Studies provide preliminary design, expected energy production and most importantly options for financing the installation that best suits the goals of the client.

Land Use Planning and Permitting

As jurisdictional regulations continue to become more restrictive, it is crucial that our clients anticipate these regulations and incorporate them into their designs. The key to success is providing a balance of what the client needs while meeting the regulations of the community where the project is being deployed. Changing jurisdictional code that addresses the specific installation of wind and solar can delay or improve the opportunities for renewable projects. Knowing the intentions of the governing body is important to long term planning and that coordination is necessary to take advantage of changing legislative incentives.
Real Energy Solutions recognizes the importance of employing skilled land use planners who understand local regulatory codes, while achieving positive public relations. Not only do we obtain quick approvals for a successful project, we build partnerships of trust between our clients and the communities they serve.

Project Management

Real Energy Solutions’ trained and experienced Project Managers are focused on maximizing resources and achieving results. Our milestone management techniques set us apart and keep us focused on meeting projected time frames. We offer day-to-day management and support to our teams and provide creative solutions to project related issues. Our goal is to ensure the most efficient time and cost to market for every project.

Staffing and Territory Covered

Real Energy Solutions has strategic partners and contract employees to meet your project needs. Real Energy Solutions covers the West region including HI and Alaska. We have affiliate offices located in Washington, Oregon, Southern and Northern CA, Hawaii and Florida.

Project History

Real Energy Solutions has provided feasibility studies to small and large companies as well as government entities, installed several medium sized projects under PPA’s and several direct owned systems which represent over a Megawatt of solar photovoltaic and installed solar thermal with an additional three Megawatts PV in planning phases for 2010-11.

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