Commercial Solar for Warehouse / Distribution in Arlington
A typical commercial solar system for warehouse / distribution in Arlington can save up to $2,639,862 over 25 years. With 5.0 peak sun hours per day and a commercial electricity rate of approximately $0.102/kWh through Oncor, Arlingtonis one of Texas's strongest markets for commercial solar.
kWh/m² per day in your area
Avg $/kWh through Oncor
For a typical Arlington warehouse / distribution
With all federal & state incentives
Why Arlington Warehouse / Distribution Are Ideal for Solar
Large flat roofs with minimal obstructions make warehouses the ideal candidate for commercial solar. High panel density and predictable daytime energy use.
Strong Solar Resource
Arlington averages 5.0 peak sun hours per day, ideal for commercial solar production.
Real Utility Rates
With Oncor commercial rates around $0.102/kWh, every solar kWh delivers direct savings.
Tax Advantages
30% Federal ITC + 5-year MACRS depreciation + 100% Texas property tax exemption stack together.
Arlington Warehouse / Distribution Solar: Local Market Context
Why Arlington
Arlington's 40 million square feet of industrial space serves the entertainment and defense manufacturing sectors with daytime-heavy energy profiles that align perfectly with Texas's 5.0 peak sun hours. With NREL production factors of 1,505 kWh/kW/year, a 500 kW rooftop system on a distribution center can generate 752,500 kWh annually—offsetting roughly $76,755 in energy costs at Arlington's $0.102/kWh commercial rate before addressing demand charges.
Industrial Corridors
Warehouse and distribution facilities cluster heavily along the I-20 corridor near Cooper Street and in the South Arlington industrial area between Highway 287 and Sublett Road, where General Motors and defense contractors anchor large-format logistics operations. The Parks at Arlington development and the industrial pockets near Arlington Municipal Airport also host significant cold storage and e-commerce fulfillment centers with roof capacities exceeding 250 kW.
Oncor Specifics
Oncor's commercial interconnection process in deregulated Texas requires coordination with your retail electricity provider (REP) for net metering arrangements, and warehouse owners face $8.50/kW demand charges that solar alone cannot eliminate without battery storage—making midday load coincidence critical. Because Arlington sits in Oncor's service territory with deregulated retail choice, solar developers must navigate Distributed Generation Interconnection Agreements while property owners retain the ability to shop competitive kWh rates independent of their solar production credits.
Sample Cost Breakdown for Arlington Warehouse / Distribution
Estimates for a typical 375 kW system on a Arlington warehouse / distribution.
| Cost Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gross System Cost | $637,500 |
| Federal ITC (30%) | −$191,250 |
| MACRS Depreciation Tax Savings | −$135,469 |
| Texas Property Tax Exemption (25 years) | −$350,625 |
| Net Effective Cost | $310,781 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Arlington commercial property owners
