Stop Subsidizing Monopoly Utility Profits
Your electricity bill isn't just high. It's out of control. You can't negotiate. You can't shop around. You just get the bill. Solar changes that.
Time remaining until ITC expiration
9K+
Installations
11
Years in SoCal
99%
Satisfaction
The Problem
Your Costs Are Rising. Your Obligations Are Increasing.
Whether it's Southern California Edison, IID, or another monopoly utility — you're locked in. Year after year, those bills keep going up. Double-digit rate increases, wildfire surcharges, flat monthly fees, bond repayments.
And if you operate a treatment facility, California now requires you to provide 96 hours of alternative backup power. Or you face fines. Or worse — license consequences.
We talk to facility owners every week who feel completely backed into a corner. They're trying to pay staff. Trying to maintain quality care. Trying to keep their doors open. All while writing bigger and bigger checks to utilities posting record profits.
It's not right that facilities caring for people in recovery are forced to subsidize rising utility profits.
Stability
Lock in your energy costs for 25+ years. No more surprise rate hikes.
Predictability
Know exactly what your energy costs will be, every month, for decades.
Independence
Stop being at the mercy of monopoly utilities. Own your power.
You may not be able to choose your power company. But you can choose whether you remain dependent on them.
Why This Matters to Us
A Personal Mission
“Years ago, I was in treatment on scholarship. I couldn't afford care on my own. The facility that took me in changed my life. And I know firsthand how critical it is for those facilities to stay stable and financially healthy.”
“When operating costs squeeze margins, fewer people get help. That's why I'm so passionate about helping facilities take control of their energy costs.”
Melia King
Melia Solar · Part Owner, Voltaic Construction
How We Help
How It Works
Free Energy Audit
We analyze your 15-minute usage data — over 9,000 data points — and show you exactly what your facility is consuming and when.
Custom Solar + Battery Solution
We build a system that can offset up to 100% of your usage and meet the 96-hour backup requirement. Battery systems provide instant, silent backup — without fuel, noise, or maintenance.
Secure Up to 40% Tax Credit
Right now, facilities can receive up to a 40% federal tax credit on solar and battery installations. But that credit disappears after July 5th if construction hasn't started.
The Numbers
See What Your Savings Look Like
For many facilities, the tax credit alone is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. After July 5th, that opportunity is gone.
Up to 40% Federal Tax Credit
$40K–$140K
saved on installation cost
Annual Electricity Savings
$25K–$70K
back toward your mission
25-Year Savings
$500K–$1.5M
more people get help
Typical Treatment Facility Scenario
Monthly Electric Bill
$5,500
System Size
100 kW
Net Cost After Credit
$120K
Simple Payback
3–5 Years
Stacking Incentives
Additional Savings Programs
California facilities can combine multiple programs to reduce costs even further.
SGIP Rebates
California battery storage rebates — extra generous for disadvantaged communities
NEM 3.0
Bill credits for excess solar energy exported to the grid
MACRS Depreciation
For-profit facilities: 5-year accelerated depreciation adds ~20% in tax savings
Local Utility Rebates
Many California utilities offer additional commercial solar incentives
Free Energy Audit
At Least Run the Numbers
Book a free consultation. See if your building qualifies. See what your savings look like. And see whether you can secure the tax credit before it expires.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We're a nonprofit — can we still get the tax credit?
Yes. The Inflation Reduction Act's Direct Pay provision (Section 6417) allows tax-exempt organizations to receive the full Investment Tax Credit as a cash refund from the IRS. Nonprofits get the same benefit as for-profit entities — up to 40% back.
What does 'up to 40%' mean? How do we qualify?
The base federal ITC is 30%. Facilities can qualify for an additional 10% through domestic content or energy community bonuses — bringing the total to up to 40%. We'll identify every credit you qualify for during your free energy audit.
We don't own our building. Can we still go solar?
Absolutely. A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) allows a third party to own and install the system on your roof. You simply buy the solar electricity at a locked-in rate below your current utility price — no upfront cost and no roof ownership required.
Is July 5 enough time?
You don't need a completed installation by July 5 — you just need a signed contract and construction commenced. The full installation can happen over the following months. We run fast-track energy audits specifically to help facilities meet this deadline.
How does solar help with the 96-hour backup power requirement?
California now requires certain healthcare facilities to provide 96 hours of alternative backup power — or face fines and license consequences. A solar-plus-battery system satisfies this requirement while also cutting your daily operating costs. Battery systems provide instant, silent backup without fuel, noise, or maintenance.
What if our roof isn't suitable for solar panels?
We'll know after the energy audit. If your roof isn't ideal, ground-mount systems and solar carport structures are excellent alternatives that can often generate even more power due to optimal positioning.
This Isn't Just About Solar
It's about controlling your future. It's about protecting your residents. It's about stabilizing your costs so you can focus on your mission — not your utility bill.
Meet MeliaMelia King Solar
Part Owner, Voltaic Construction · 11 Years in Southern California
+1 (310) 349-8466 · projects@meliasolar.com
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