Polaron Energy

Always a trusted household name in Canadian solar installations, Polaron has outgrown its roots and become a hot commodity in the global energy landscape.

With coast-to-coast reach and global offices, the company has transformed into a one-stop energy consultant and solution provider, offering innovative programs in major international markets like China, South Africa and the Philippines.

Since its start in 2013, Polaron has maintained a dedicated drive to install and enhance the Canadian solar experience. The energy company’s expansive portfolio includes over 12,000 installations, a total 120 MW+ installed capacity in Canada and 7GW+ installed capacity globally.

Understanding and anticipating client needs, along with a commitment to sustainability, is at the heart of Polaron’s evolution.

“Our business model keeps evolving with our clients,” explains Chris Williamson, director of business development – global. “Today, we have shifted from simply responding to requests to taking a more proactive role in offering strategic guidance and helping our clients make the most of new solar plus battery energy storage opportunities.”

For instance, the company is breaking new ground in battery technology, positioning itself at the cutting edge of the renewable energy sector and leading the charge toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

A Winning Formula for Maximizing Solar ROI

Polaron works closely with many commercial clients, including large national providers. These companies look for three crucial qualities in a partner—financial stability to back long-term warranties, a nationwide presence for consistent service and the ability to deliver fast, reliable solutions. Polaron checks all of those boxes.
Polaron exemplifies excellence in supply chain management with a proactive approach to warranty support, setting a new industry benchmark. Unlike competitors, Polaron keeps a stock of the products it installs, which means it can respond to issues like inverter failures without delay. Rather than waiting for a replacement to be ordered, it can quickly replace the part, minimizing downtime and keeping projects running smoothly. This readiness is a key advantage for Polaron’s clients.

Polaron’s wide range of Solar and BESS program options is a key advantage, allowing for highly customized solutions tailored to each customer’s energy and financial goals. By thoroughly evaluating factors such as project features, available rebates, funding opportunities and system configurations, Polaron identifies the ideal approach to maximize savings and deliver optimal value.
"Today’s clients no longer need to be convinced of solar’s value. They already know it’s both environmentally and economically smart. What matters now is maximizing their financial returns,” says Williamson.

That’s where Polaron excels. By deeply understanding its clients’ goals and the broader market, the company helps them make smarter and more profitable decisions.

Energy Storage: Polaron’s Game-Changer for Clients

While Polaron has built a strong foundation in engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services over the years, it is heavily focused on doing the same with its energy storage solutions. Although energy storage technologies are still at a relatively early stage of deployment in Canada, many energy storage technologies are either already in operation or in development in other markets. This isn’t just about providing backup power during outages. Polaron’s expertise in energy storage systems, particularly behind-the-meter setups, enables clients to significantly cut demand charges and optimize load shifting.

Its energy storage systems allow clients to store energy during off-peak hours when electricity is cheaper and use it during peak demand periods. This strategy helps lower overall energy costs while delivering significant savings by reducing high-demand rate charges, which often make up the largest portion of commercial electricity bills.
One example is a greenhouse project in Ontario. The client needed a one-megawatt interconnection to the grid but was only allocated 500 kilowatts by Hydro One, a shortfall that could have derailed the entire project. Polaron stepped in, leveraging local incentives and its knowledge of behind-the-meter energy storage systems. By combining solar power, battery storage and grid interconnection, the team was able to meet the client’s energy needs, providing the full megawatt required to keep the project on track—despite Ontario Hydro’s limitations.

Polaron’s Exclusive In-House Financing Solution

Polaron’s Sunline financing offers a low-interest, accessible option that breaks down financial barriers for homeowners and businesses. Now available for commercial, it provides reliable financing without affecting bank mortgage limits—an important advantage for small and medium-sized businesses. With flexible terms up to 15 years, compatibility with incentives and no restrictions on early repayment, Sunline reflects Polaron’s commitment to making solar affordable and hassle-free.
Turning High Power Bills into Low-Cost Solutions

Polaron began making an impact in Ontario over a decade ago through the Feed-In Tariff (FIT) program, quickly becoming a trusted installer for residential and agricultural projects. Leveraging FIT incentives, the company established itself as a key player in the region.

Today, Polaron continues to stand out by addressing high energy costs with targeted solutions. Solar installations help offset energy charges by generating clean electricity, while Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) discharge during peak times to offset costly demand charges. Many clients come to Polaron concerned about high power bills, often unaware that demand charges significantly contribute to their costs. By carefully analyzing each client’s unique energy profile, Polaron identifies the root causes and provides tailored solutions, reducing overall energy expenses and improving long-term cost efficiency.

Powerful Path to Smarter Power Solutions

Polaron is making significant strides in capturing ‘clipped energy’— excess power that would otherwise be wasted—and using it to reduce interconnect costs. Storing and redirecting this energy through innovative inverters improves system performance while extending the use of solar power beyond daylight hours.

“We’re working toward a future where solar projects don’t just export energy during the day but can feed back to the grid around the clock,” says Williamson. “Instead of relying on large-scale interconnections of 300 or 400 megawatts, we’re shifting to smaller, more agile inverters—around 40 megawatts—that can export energy steadily throughout the day and night thanks to clipped energy storage.”

Polaron’s bold vision for the future is to develop ‘micro-generation communities,’ where energy production is decentralized, empowering local communities to generate and store their power independently.