Adam-GlickThe Boom of Commercial-Scale Solar in Texas: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond

By Adam Glick, Sr Consultant, NATiVE Solar

The Boom of Commercial-Scale Solar in Texas: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond

Texas is already a national leader in solar energy, but up until now, a lot of the buzz has been around residential rooftops and massive utility-scale solar farms. What’s been flying under the radar? The rapid expansion of commercial-scale solar. Businesses across Texas are realizing that solar isn’t just for homeowners or giant energy companies—it’s a game-changer for **small and mid-sized businesses, manufacturers, and commercial real estate owners**. And let’s be real—when it comes to energy, Texas businesses need all the stability they can get.

Why Commercial-Scale Solar is Set for Stong Continued Growth

There’s a perfect storm of market forces making commercial-scale solar and battery energy storage one of the biggest growth areas in Texas energy. Here’s why:

  • Rising Electricity Costs: Texas businesses are getting hammered with fluctuating energy costs, and solar offers price stability for the long haul.
  • Federal & State Incentives: The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for businesses remains a huge financial incentive, covering up to 40% of system costs for commercial solar and battery installations.
  • Solar + Storage Innovation: More businesses are pairing solar with battery energy storage (BESS), reducing demand charges and protecting against power outages.
  • Corporate Sustainability Goals: Large corporations like H-E-B, Tesla, and Amazon are setting net-zero goals, pushing suppliers and smaller businesses to go solar.

How Much Growth Are We Talking About?

Let’s get into some numbers. A report from SEIA (Solar Energy Industries Association) estimates that commercial solar capacity in Texas is expected to triple by 2030. In 2024 alone, Texas businesses installed more than 500 MW of commercial-scale solar, and that number is projected to increase year-over-year.

Why? Because the return on investment (ROI) is too good to ignore. On average, commercial solar systems in Texas pay for themselves in 5 to 7 years and then provide 20+ years of free or near-free electricity. Adding battery energy storage may push out that pay-off time horizon a bit, but even still – for many business owners, adding this stuff is a financial no-brainer.

Who’s Jumping on the Commercial Solar Train?

It’s not just big-box retailers or massive corporations. Some of the fastest adopters of commercial solar in Texas include:

  • Manufacturing Facilities: Energy-intensive businesses are using solar to offset high operational costs.
  • Retail Centers & Malls: From strip malls to major shopping centers, commercial property owners are adding solar to increase property value and attract eco-conscious tenants.
  • Hotels & Hospitality: With huge energy footprints, hotels are installing solar to cut costs and market their sustainability efforts.
  • Agriculture & Food Processing: Farms and processing plants are adding solar to manage irrigation and refrigeration costs.
  • Auto Dealerships: Large rooftop and parking lot space make dealerships ideal for solar installations.

Challenges & Considerations

Even with all this momentum, businesses still face hurdles when it comes to solar adoption. Here’s what’s holding some companies back:

  • Upfront Costs: While incentives help, some businesses are hesitant about initial investments.
  • Grid & Permitting Issues: Some areas still have outdated regulations that can make commercial solar interconnection tricky.
  • Education Gap: Many business owners don’t realize how much they can save with solar or how easy financing can be.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Commercial Solar in Texas

The future is bright—literally. With declining costs, improving storage solutions, and stronger incentives, **commercial solar in Texas is on the verge of explosive growth**. Businesses that invest now will lock in energy savings, increase property value, and position themselves as leaders in sustainability.

Thinking about commercial solar for your business? Get in touch with us today, and let’s talk about how solar can power your future.

Why Choose NATiVE Solar?

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Since 2007, NATiVE Solar has worked across Texas, building a reputation based on trust, transparency, and quality workmanship. We stand by our work and our word—100% of the time.

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