APC Solar: Energizing the Ozarks’ Renewable Energy Landscape

APC Solar was named one of the “Dynamic Dozen” by Springfield Business Journal in 2022 – as a benchmark of business excellence in the Ozarks. This prestigious award celebrated the region’s top twelve fastest-growing companies, known for their rapid growth, innovative practices, and significant community impact positioning the company as one of the Ozarks’ most influential and forward-thinking businesses. APC Solar has continued its upward trajectory, expanding its reach and embracing advanced solar technologies. Initially based in Missouri, the company’s expansion into Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Texas marked significant milestones, diversifying the company’s client base and venturing into varied market dynamics. This regional growth has been instrumental in solidifying APC Solar’s presence across the Midwest, adapting to different state regulations and customer needs. 2023 marked a pivotal year for APC Solar, with commercial revenues seeing a remarkable doubling. This growth trajectory is set to continue, with projections indicating a potential quadrupling in 2024. Such financial milestones underscore the increasing demand for renewable energy solutions and APC Solar’s ability to capitalize on these market opportunities effectively.

Industries, Sectors, and Communities Served

The scope of APC Solar’s work spans various sectors, each with its distinct energy needs. Notably, their collaborations with Downstream Casino in the Quapaw Nation, largest Native American tribe in Oklahoma, has been a source of pride and innovation. These projects are more than just installations; they are partnerships that respect and integrate the cultural and environmental values of the tribes. Another highlight is APC Solar’s work with major amusement park enterprises, where they’ve designed and implemented large-scale PV solutions that align with the high-energy demands and dynamic nature of the entertainment industry. In addition, they are currently engaged installing projects for one of the largest Asset/Property Management groups in the Unites States. Their impressive list of satisfied clients boasts municipalities, schools, manufacturing facilities, farming operations, and in the hospitality market, they have completed multiple franchise scale projects. In the coming months, the company plans to focus more on solar covered parking structures and EV chargers for automobiles.

Elevating Renewable Energy: Major Projects Since Dynamic Dozen

APC Solar has taken on increasingly complex projects, demonstrating its capacity to meet the challenges of the renewable energy sector head-on. Below are recent projects that highlight APC Solar’s adaptability. Each of these projects reflects APC Solar’s growing expertise and readiness to meet the evolving demands of the solar industry, proving their ability to deliver diverse and effective solar solutions.

Downstream Casino: 1.7 MW PV system using over 3,500 high quality modules. The system represents a significant step in renewable energy integration with expected annual carbon offsets of about 3.4 million miles driven on the road or burning 1.7 million pounds of coal yearly. Once completed, the project will generate an estimated 2,162,968 kWh annually, serving as a powerful example of APC Solar’s ability to manage large-scale projects.

FORVIS Building: APC Solar’s comprehensive PV system at the FORVIS building generates 208,846 kWh annually.

Ballparks of America: The installation of nearly 1,056 solar panels at this renowned sports complex demonstrates APC Solar’s ability to merge environmental consciousness with the energetic demands of the sports industry.

Mayse Automotive Group: This two-phase project showcases APC Solar’s skill in combining rooftop and ground-mounted PV solutions, highlighting their innovative approach to maximizing energy efficiency.

Woodshed Langley Solar Installation: Integrating solar technology into a broader property development, this project with 390 panels emphasizes APC Solar’s role in diversifying solar arrays across multiple surface types.

Delta Hotel & Convention Center Wichita Falls, TX: Featuring 638 PV modules across multiple roof arrays, this project generates 340,456 kWh annually, showcasing APC Solar’s engineering and construction abilities.

Experience Is The Difference

The company’s advanced PV installation techniques, tailored to each project’s unique requirements, ensure optimal performance and longevity. APC Solar also has successful grant writers that help clients consistently qualify for a range of government subsidies – including coveted USDA REAP Grants. They have committed to providing their customers with a total awareness of how solar programs can work for them which greatly enhances the decision-making process. APC’s patient approach to helping customers walk through the multi-step approval process is invaluable to companies with varying business models. They are truly experts in assisting every aspect of the process from solar feasibility and project approval to net metering to accelerated solar depreciation to the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC). This not only fortifies their status as a premier turnkey commercial solar provider but also amplifies the economic and environmental benefits in the communities they serve.

APC Solar’s Vision for the Future

In 2024 and beyond, APC Solar is poised for significant growth, with over $100 million in opportunities in its pipeline, signaling potential market expansions and technological advancements. As they continue to expand geographically into neighboring states, APC Solar is well-positioned to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of renewable energy across the Midwest.