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Solar Self-Storage Design: Size, Location, Placement and Aesthetics of a Solar-Panel Array

There are many factors to consider when adding solar panels to a self-storage facility. This article addresses system design, including the general size, location, placement and aesthetics of a solar array, as well as the building requirements needed to host a system. ...More
April 15, 2012
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Financing a Solar Self-Storage Project: Options and Opportunities

For many self-storage owners, solar makes economic sense. The hurdle, however, remains the upfront capital costs, sometimes in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. It's difficult to imagine funding such a project with cash. However, there are several ways to either forego ...More
December 29, 2011
Posted in Articles, Finance, Management
StorageMart Installs Solar Panels on Toronto Self-Storage Facilities

StorageMart, a self-storage operator with more than 130 facilities across the United States and Canada, recently signed an agreement with JCM Capital to install 640,000 square feet of solar collectors on the roofs of its Toronto properties. ...More
October 26, 2011
Posted in News, Construction
Extra Space Storage Releases Infographic About Solar Sustainability Initiatives

Self-storage real estate investment trust Extra Space Storage has created an infographic that illustrates the affect of the company’s solar sustainability efforts on the environment. ...More
September 8, 2011
Posted in News
Experts Provide Information on Solar Roofing for Self-Storage Facilities

This fall, experts on the use of solar panels will present live information on how this technology can be used at self-storage properties to generate additional income, improve the environment and create greater consumer appeal. ...More
August 25, 2011
Posted in News, Construction
A-1 Self-Storage of New Mexico Installs Solar Photovoltaic Systems at 16 Facilities

New Mexico self-storage operator A-1 Self-Storage is installing rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on all of its 16 storage facilities. ...More
August 24, 2011
Posted in News, Management
Inside Self-Storage Releases 2011 Buyer’s Guide, Directory of Product/Service Providers

Inside Self-Storage has released its 2011 Buyer’s Guide, a directory containing hundreds of self-storage product and service suppliers. In the guide, users will find detailed information about industry associations, builders, management companies, security providers, ...More
July 15, 2011
Posted in News, Construction, Development, Finance, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Technology
Extra Space Storage Installs Solar Panels on 21 NJ Self-Storage Facilities

Extra Space Storage, a self-storage real estate investment trust, will install solar panels on the rooftops of 21 of self-storage facilities in New Jersey. ...More
June 27, 2011
Posted in News, Management
The Impact of Going Green in Self-Storage: Operators Weigh the Benefits of Solar Panels and Cool Roofs

Though helping the environment is good for the planet and may make you feel good inside, self-storage owners have to weigh the financial return of employing green technology and practices before investing. Is the installation of features such as solar panels and cool roofs ...More
June 1, 2011 By John Carlisle
Posted in Articles, Construction
New Trends in Building Boat/RV Storage: Enclosed Units, Climate Control, Solar Carports and More

Self-storage owners often want to know what other types of structures they can erect on their properties to complement their existing facilities and make more money, for example, large units for the storage of boats, RVs and other vehicles. ...More
April 8, 2011
Posted in Articles

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