SOLAR PANEL BUSINESS PLAN

I. Executive Summary

Company Description

SolaraEdge LLC—named to combine "solara" (solar energy) with "edge" (technical and service advantage)—is a premier solar energy provider launching in 2026 in a high-growth U.S. suburban market. We operate in the renewable energy sector, delivering turnkey solar photovoltaic systems and integrated battery storage for residential and commercial properties. Our core offerings are expert engineering, end-to-end project management, and a 25-year performance guarantee, which together create predictable lifetime energy value for customers.

We sell, design, install, and service full-site solar-plus-storage systems using a lean, highly skilled team built to scale rapidly. We compete on technical quality, rapid permitting-to-commissioning lead times, and strong post-installation service. Target customers are suburban homeowners and small-to-mid commercial property owners prioritizing long-term energy savings and reliability. Short-term goal: achieve EBITDA of $1,259,000 in Year 1 (2026). Long-term goal: expand regionally and lift installed capacity and recurring service revenue to support sustainable growth and market leadership.

Problem

Households and small businesses face rising, volatile electricity costs that disrupt budgets and delay projects. Grid instability and increasing outages cause lost revenue, spoiled inventory, and safety risks, while demand for resilience outstrips local options.

Many potential customers want clean, resilient power but lack the technical skill and regulatory know-how to size, permit, and maintain solar-plus-storage systems. The market is fragmented: installers are inconsistent, timelines are long, and warranties or performance guarantees are limited.

In response, we will launch in 2026 with turnkey solar and battery solutions, expert engineering, streamlined permitting, and a 25-year performance guarantee to reduce cost volatility, prevent outage losses, and simplify adoption; targeted Year 1 EBITDA is $1,259,000.

Solution

Property owners face rising electricity costs and unreliable grids, plus a confusing path to solar because of technical, permitting, and support gaps. We launch in 2026 with a high-touch, expert-led service that removes those barriers by delivering turnkey solar and storage: assessment, custom engineering, installation, battery backup, and long-term maintenance.

Core features include a free personalized energy assessment, custom design and engineering, high-efficiency panel installation, integrated battery storage, and ongoing maintenance for residential and commercial sites. Financially, we target 50 residential and 5 commercial installations in year one. One-liner: a single vendor from assessment to maintenance for energy independence.

Mission Statement

We empower American homeowners and businesses to take control of their energy future through high-quality solar solutions that make the transition to clean power effortless and financially rewarding. We provide expert guidance and long-term support to build a more resilient, sustainable energy landscape for our communities and deliver peace of mind and measurable savings to every customer. We pursue operational excellence and long-term value, as shown by a projected 24.83% Return on Equity.

Key Success Factors

Success depends on speed to break-even, long-term guarantees, skilled crews, targeted lead gen, and cash reserves.

• Rapid installation cycle enabling break-even in month 1.
• 25-year performance guarantee as a market differentiator.
• Certified installers and engineers ensuring consistent quality.
• Lead generation at 1.0% of revenue to maintain a steady project pipeline.
• $867,000 minimum cash balance to support growth through 2026–2030.

Financial Summary

Summary of core financials for the Executive Summary.

Financial requirements: minimum cash $867,000 and upfront capex $302,000; anticipated return: 0.62% IRR and 24.83% ROE over the first five years with payback in 1 month and breakeven in Jan-26.

Outlook: strong EBITDA growth to $8,576,000 by Year 5 supported by diversified revenue and disciplined COGS.

Funding Requirements

We need $1,169,000 to start operations in Q1 2026 to fund $302,000 in initial capital expenditures and $867,000 in working capital, targeting Year 1 EBITDA of $1,259,000 and Year 5 EBITDA of $8,576,000.