Clean Energy
Solar Energy
Sustainable, scalable, and reliable solar solutions
Our solar energy solutions will help you generate affordable, zero-carbon electricity to help you meet your decarbonization goals–all while earning an excellent return on investment. We engineer, install, and operate award-winning solar energy solutions that are customized to your specific needs.
Our solar energy solutions will help you generate affordable, zero-carbon electricity to help you meet your decarbonization goals–all while earning an excellent return on investment. We engineer, install, and operate award-winning solar energy solutions that are customized to your specific needs.
The Ideal Difference
- Our custom energy solutions are engineered, installed, and monitored with best-in-class technology. our team carries the highest industry certifications and our electrical, engineering, and construction teams conduct frequent training on safety and advanced energy technologies.
- We have a successful track record of delivering projects that are on time, on budget, and perform according to both design specifications and predictive modeling.
- Our in-house apprenticeship program helps project owners qualify for additional tax credits. Solar projects of 1 MW or larger that meet prevailing wage and apprentice (PW&A) requirements are eligible for a 5x tax credit.
- We design and build award-winning projects. Our clients have won awards and accolades on the local, regional, and national stage.
- Our warranty and benefits packages include construction warranties and Operations & Maintenance services with annual on-site inspections and virtual monitoring.
Advanced Energy Technology
Our team has expertise in a range of advanced energy technologies including:
Roof Mount Systems
Perfect for sites with limited available land
Single Axis Trackers
Panels follow the sun to increase energy production
Dual Axis Trackers
Panels pivot and rotate for maximum production
Energy Storage
For load shifting, peak shaving, emergency backup, and more
AI-enabled Monitoring Software
Reduce downtime and O&M cost with advanced monitoring
Solar Energy Applications
Commercial & Industrial
Affordably power your operations with solar
Types of Arrays
Rooftop
Roof mount solar arrays are simple and economical – and may be the only option on sites with limited ground space. Racking systems are available to accommodate any roofing structure, slope, and material. We have installed hundreds of rooftop arrays of all sizes.
Ground Mount
Ground mount arrays can turn unused land into an energy source. A range of options are available, including low-cost fixed-tilt arrays, higher production single-axis or dual-axis tracking arrays, and bifacial photovoltaic modules. We have deployed many types of utility-scale ground-mount arrays in a variety of applications.
Building Integrated
Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) merge with the architecture of the building envelope. BIPV serves both structurally and as an energy generation source. We can assist in designing a unique, integrated solution for new construction or remodels.
Solar Parking Structures
Solarizing a parking lot can provide multiple advantages. Solar parking structures provide shade and protection for vehicles while generating energy for adjacent buildings – or EV charging stations. We have experience with solar parking structures as well as a range of vehicle charging options.
White Paper
Agrivoltaics & the Alliant Energy Solar Farm
Agrivoltaics merges solar energy and farming to boost renewables, crop yields, and land use. Research at ISU's Alliant Energy Solar Farm explores viability, economic impact, and future scalability.
Solar Powered
Arbor Hill
Arbor Hill is a 31.2 MW solar power plant owned by MidAmerican Energy. Arbor Hill is part of MidAmerican’s expanding portfolio of solar projects, complementing the utility’s 7,700 MW of wind capacity. Ideal Energy served as a subcontractor on the project for EDF Renewables.
See ProjectTitan Wheel
Titan Wheel’s 454 kW rooftop array helps power its Quincy, Illinois facility, which produces off-road wheels for Industrial applications. The project used incentives from the Illinois Adjustable Block Program through Ideal Energy, an Approved Vendor.
See Project
Find Your Ideal Solution
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