Riverside, CA | Integrated Solar Microgrid
2013
University
502.32 kW
2.2 MWh
51 Chargers
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Stabilize Your Grid with
Scalable Energy Solutions
Deliver reliable power and avoid costly outages with utility-scale battery storage and smart control systems.
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As renewable energy generation increases and demand spikes from EVs, AI, and high- density urban development, grid instability is a growing challenge. By combining engineering, storage, and control, SolarMax Tech delivers turnkey grid stabilization solutions to support utilities and energy providers in meeting reliability standards and future-proofing infrastructure.
What Our Grid Solutions Include
Mounting Systems & Grid Compliance
We engineer PV systems with roof, ground, floating, and tracking mounts, ensuring full compliance with utility and regulatory standards for interconnection.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Engineered to support load shifting, frequency response, and peak shaving. Deployed from 250kW to multi-megawatt scale for stable grid operation.
Turnkey EPC Delivery & O&M
In-house engineering, procurement, and construction ensure project control from start to finish, with long-term O&M and performance guarantees.
Intelligent Control & EMS Integration
Seamless EMS connection that is optimized for distributed and utility-grade systems with load forecasting, dynamic dispatch, and voltage regulation.
HOW WE DO
How We Engineer Grid Stability
step 1
Site & Load Assessment
Analyze grid constraints, historical load profiles, and interconnection capacity to define the stabilization strategy.
step 2
System Design & Modeling
Run simulations for storage sizing, dispatch logic, and EMS integration. Align with grid codes and utility parameters.
step 3
Permitting & Utility Coordination
Manage all documentation, compliance checks, and direct communication with local utility and permitting agencies.z
step 4
Deployment & Commissioning
In-house crews deploy and integrate all system components. Performance verified through full commissioning protocols.
step 5
Ongoing Monitoring & Optimization
Remote diagnostics and EMS insights support 24/7 performance improvements and response capabilities.
CLIENTS WE SERVE
Enhancing Your Property Experience
Financial
Developers & Capital Partners
We support energy developers and financiers by de-risking complex grid-tied projects through full-scope EPC delivery and operational reliability.
Public
Municipal & Public Agencies
We help cities and public agencies stabilize their energy infrastructure with compliant, budget-conscious solutions that support long-term resilience.
Private
Private Utilities & Operators
Our team works closely with utility partners to streamline interconnection, accelerate deployment timelines, and meet evolving regulatory standards.
Why Utilities Trust
SolarMax Technology
SolarMax Technology
Proven EPC Execution
All systems are delivered with in-house engineering, procurement, and construction teams for speed and control.
Code & Compliance Expertise
Deep experience with NEC, NERC, and CAISO standards ensures minimal rework and regulatory delays.
Flexible Financing Options
We offer PPA, lease, and purchase models that fit project scale, ownership structure, and available incentives.
Long-Term Partnership
From maintenance to future site expansions, we remain your partner long after commissioning is complete.
Trusted Work
Tangible Results
Tangible Results
utility
University of California, Riverside (UCR)
- Outcomes List:
- Part of UC’s Sustainable Integrated Grid Initiative
- Supports 2.2 MWh BESS and 51 EV chargers
- Powers 20-bus electric transit fleet
- Enables living-lab microgrid and V2G research
Woodcrest Christian School partnered with SolarMax Tech to build a resilient solar + storage system that cuts costs and boosts energy security.
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utility
Municipality Ground-Mounted PV
Rural Region | Utility-Scale Ground-Mount Solar
2016
Grid-Connected Utility Plant
70 MWp
- Outcomes List:
- • Supports peak grid load for the nearby county
- • One of the area’s earliest high-capacity PV stations
- • Operational track record of over 8 years
- • Designed and constructed by SolarMax’s EPC team
SolarMax Tech delivered a utility-scale solar plant in rural terrain, proving reliable grid support and advancing regional clean energy.
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utility
Integrated Agrivoltaic Solar Project
Rural Region | Ground-Mount Solar + Crop Integration
2021
Agricultural Energy Park
175 MWp
- Outcomes List:
- • Dual-use land: clean energy + crop cultivation
- • Offset regional carbon emissions with grid-scale output
- • Created new income streams for farming communities
- • Designed for environmental resilience and economic uplift
A pioneering agrivoltaic project that combines solar generation with active farming, preserving land use while powering rural communities.
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commercial
Woodcrest Christian School
Riverside, CA | Solar Carport + Storage
2019
K–12 School
473.4 kW
540 kWh
- Outcomes List:
- • Offset 95% of school’s annual energy use
- • 473.4 kW solar + 540 kWh battery storage
- • Designed for resilience and cost savings
- • Delivered through SolarMax PPA model
This system provides long-term savings, added energy security, and a hands-on learning opportunity to power up education.
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Ready to Stabilize Your Grid Infrastructure?
Our engineers can help scope your project and run savings estimates based on your current load profile and infrastructure setup.
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