Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels accept light  emitted by the sun onto crystallized semiconductor surface (silicon) and transfer the energy into an electric current.  The crystals, backed by wiring, channel the electricity from an array of panels to an inverter that converts the direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) making it useful to the building occupant.  Solar power does not replace conventional sources of electricity but introduces less reliance and eventually lower costs.  It does not produce carbons, so its makes our planet safer.

 

The equipment is expensive.  A typical multi-crystalline array that has 100 kW of generating capacity costs $500,000 installed.  Importantly the panels must be attached to the roof in a manner that doesn’t fly away, doesn’t create water leaks, supports the panels in wintry conditions, and navigates roof obstructions and shadows.  OCS uses only the highest quality components from the industry leaders in the business the longest.     

 

There are two types of arrangements the installer has with the building occupant.  One is to sell the equipment to the building owner who takes responsibility for arranging credits with the local utility, insurance, taxes, and maintenance.  The other is for the installer (or third party) to own the equipment, make all arrangements, and simply sell the electricity generated at a negotiated rate to the occupant thru a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).                
OCS will operate in either mode .