Compare The Solar Solution Models
OPEX vs. CAPEX - Choose the Solar Solutions Model that Suits the Best for Your Business
| OPEX Build-Own-Operate |
CAPEX EPC |
|
|---|---|---|
 OWNERSHIP |
Green Wattage owns the asset | Customer owns the asset |
 INVESTMENT |
Zero upfront investment | 100% investment by customer |
 APPROVAL PROCESS |
Quick scalability (no internal CAPEX approvals) | Requires senior management CAPEX approval |
 PAYMENT STRUCTURE |
Pay per unit of energy consumed | One-time investment, then only O&M costs |
 COST SAVINGS |
20-40% lower than grid electricity | Capital repaid through energy savings |
 O&M RESPONSIBILITY |
Managed by Green Wattage | Customer handles maintenance |
 PAYBACK PERIOD |
Instant savings from Day 1 | Up to 4 years for break-even |
 TECHNICAL EXPERTISE |
Green Wattage handles all technical aspects | Requires an in-house solar team |
 PERFORMANCE RISK |
Borne by Green Wattage | Customer assumes full risk |
 TAX BENEFITS |
No tax benefits for customer | Eligible for accelerated depreciation |
 REGULATORY RISK AND APPROVALS |
Managed by Green Wattage | Customer is responsible |
