Energy Solutions for Cannabis Facilities
Cannabis facilities are among the most energy-intensive operations in commercial real estate, with cultivation centers using 20-40 times more electricity per square foot than typical warehouses. From HVAC and lighting to dehumidification and processing, energy costs can consume 30-50% of operating budgets. We deliver turnkey energy solutions designed specifically for the unique demands of cannabis operations—high-intensity lighting, precise climate control, 24/7 operations, and strict regulatory compliance.
Industry Challenges
- •Extreme energy intensity (20-40x typical warehouse)
- •Energy costs 30-50% of operating budget
- •High demand charges from lighting and HVAC
- •Strict security and compliance requirements
- •24/7 reliability for crop protection
- •Limited financing options for cannabis businesses
- •Utility rate discrimination in some markets
- •Rapid expansion straining electrical capacity
Key Benefits
- ✓Reduce energy costs by 45-65%
- ✓Eliminate or drastically reduce demand charges
- ✓Protect crops with backup power
- ✓Meet sustainability and social equity goals
- ✓Improve profitability and competitiveness
- ✓Qualify for cannabis-specific financing
- ✓Enhance property value and exit potential
- ✓Future-proof against rate increases
Tailored Solutions for Cannabis Facilities
Solar PV Systems (Rooftop & Carport)
Offset daytime energy consumption with high-efficiency solar arrays sized for your cultivation schedule. Typical 200kW-1MW+ systems reduce utility costs by 40-60%.
Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
Generate electricity while capturing waste heat for dehumidification and climate control. Ideal for cultivation facilities with simultaneous cooling and heating needs. 70-85% total efficiency.
Battery Energy Storage
Store solar energy for nighttime use and eliminate devastating demand charges. Provides backup power to protect crops during outages. Typical 500kWh-2MWh systems.
LED Lighting Retrofits
Upgrade from HPS to high-efficiency LED grow lights reducing lighting energy by 40-50% while improving yield and spectrum control.
Advanced Energy Management
Real-time monitoring and optimization of HVAC, lighting, and dehumidification systems. Automated demand response to avoid peak charges.
Microgrid Solutions
Integrate solar, storage, CHP, and grid power into a resilient microgrid ensuring your crops are always protected.
Success Story
Southern CA Cultivation: 750kW Solar + 1MWh Battery + CHP
200,000 sq ft indoor cultivation facility with $95,000/month energy costs, facing expansion constraints due to utility capacity limits and devastating demand charges.
Cannabis Facilities Solutions Across California
We serve cannabis facilities throughout Southern California with local expertise and dedicated teams in each region.
Los Angeles
LA County
245,000+ businesses served across Downtown, West LA, South Bay, and the San Fernando Valley.
Orange County
OC Region
175,000+ businesses from Irvine to Anaheim, Newport Beach to Mission Viejo.
San Diego
SD County
135,000+ businesses including biotech corridor, defense contractors, and coastal communities.
Inland Empire
Riverside & San Bernardino
98,000+ businesses in the nation's largest warehouse and logistics hub.