Ladera Ranch, CA–(business wire)–SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop” or “Company”), A self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, SmartStop ranked in the top 1% for the number of solar installations on properties it owns and manages. Additionally, SmartStop ranked in the top 6% for installed solar capacity (in megawatts) among more than 5,000 companies surveyed.
SEIA, the national trade body for the solar and battery industry, tracks and analyzes commercial solar adoption in the United States in its 2022 Solar Business Report. According to a report released on November 29, 2022, American companies are installing record levels of solar power to power their operations, and currently surpasses all solar installed in the United States. It accounts for 14% of the power generation capacity.
“SmartStop aims to be a leader in environmental sustainability and we value SEIA’s recognition,” said H. Michael Schwartz, Chairman and CEO of SmartStop. “A few years ago, we realized we could make an impact by using renewable, clean energy to power our sites. said Schwartz. “It is a win-win as we continue to expand our solar program and plan to install it in existing and newly acquired facilities across the country, improving profitability for our shareholders. ”
SmartStop recognizes the importance of minimizing the environmental impact of our operations and integrating environmental considerations into our business practices. SmartStop has implemented several energy saving and waste reduction initiatives along with solar panels. The majority of SmartStop installations are equipped with indoor motion sensor lights, and energy-saving LED lights are used throughout the interior and exterior. SmartStop’s technology platform allows customers to use the company’s his website or call center for paperless reservations and rentals.
“Solar Means Business highlights the incredible flexibility of solar power, whether it’s installed on a warehouse roof, carport, or offsite facility, helping businesses stay clean. shows the different ways in which we are meeting our needs with affordable energy. ” Ross Hopper.
Solar Means Business tracks more than 47,000 corporate solar installations nationwide, which together power 3.2 million homes and generate enough electricity to offset 20.4 million tons of CO2 annually. generating. About 27 GW of offsite corporate solar projects will come online by 2025, and the total commercial solar installation is expected to double again over the next three years.
About SmartStop Self-Storage REIT Inc. (SmartStop):
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) is a self-managed REIT with a fully integrated operational team of approximately 450 self-storage professionals focused on growing the SmartStop® Self Storage brand. SmartStop also sponsors other self-storage programs through his indirect subsidiary SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC. As of November 30, 2022, SmartStop said he owns or manages 176 properties in 22 provinces and Ontario, Canada, with approximately 120,600 units and he has 13.7 million rentable square feet. I’m here. SmartStop and its affiliates own or manage 20 operated self-storage properties in the Greater Toronto area, totaling approximately 17,050 units and 1.7 million square feet of rentable space. Additional information about SmartStop is available at www.smartstopselfstorage.com.
