At King Energy,
sustainability happens when it makes financial
sense
A Simple Way to Boost Property Value With Commercial Solar
King Energy simplifies solar and makes it financially beneficial. We pay rent for unused roof or parking lot space and cover all costs for installing solar systems. Property owners gain long-term rental income without hassle.
Using advanced multi-tenant billing software, we distribute generated energy to both tenants and the broader community, helping them save on energy bills while accessing clean, renewable power. Our model creates a win-win solution, making solar energy more accessible and rewarding for everyone.
Trusted by Leaders in Commercial Real Estate
Long-term partnerships with nationwide brands
National Retailers
Trusted by America’s largest retail brands to reduce energy costs sustainably.
Property Owners
Partnering with commercial real estate leaders to transform sustainable assets.
Why King Energy
Increase NOI, property value, and marketability
Makes financial sense
Established nationwide
Powered by enterprise-grade software
The leader in the space
Built to be a
long-term partner
King Energy
Makes Sense For
Property Owners
National Retailers
Local Businesses
Partnered With Leaders In Solar
Working with nationwide renewable energy experts
Industry Partners
Leading solar manufacturers and technology providers delivering best-in-class installations.
How It Works
Maximizing Rooftop Potential
We rent roof space, installs solar panels, and covers costs, providing income and boosting property value.
Seamless solar installation
No cost for upkeep
Increased property value
Energy is shared with local tenants or with the broader community at a reduced rate.
Lower bills with clean energy
Excess power benefits the community
Boosting property value with Solar
Owners earn additional income from an increased property value through sustainability and eco-friendly appeal.
Steady rental income
Overall higher property value
Strengthens portfolio performance
CEO John Witchel Interview in Entrepreneur Magazine
How This Founder Built a $10M Renewable-Energy Company by Solving the Problem No One Else Would Touch
King Energy CEO John Witchel Discusses Commercial Solar on ESPN
King Energy CEO John Witchel recently joined ESPN to discuss how commercial property owners and national retailers are transforming underutilized rooftops into reliable, long-term income streams through solar and battery systems....
King Energy CEO John Witchel Joins Fox Business
King Energy CEO John Witchel recently joined Hilary Lane on Fox Business to discuss how commercial property owners and national retailers are transforming underutilized rooftops into reliable, long-term income streams through solar and battery systems....
Shaping The Future of Nationwide Commercial & Industrial Solar.
King Energy is featured in leading commercial real estate, energy, and business publications for its nationwide work across multi-tenant portfolios. Our appearances demonstrate a consistent, financially grounded approach to solar, setting the standard for scale, software, and execution to deliver long-term value for property owners and tenants across markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does King Energy's model perform during economic downturns or tenant vacancies?
Roof rent is guaranteed and continues regardless of economic conditions. During the 2008–2009 recession and 2020 pandemic, solar production continued uninterrupted. Even at 100% vacancy, King Energy continues rent payments since excess production can be sold to the grid or community subscribers. This creates stable, recession-resistant income uncorrelated with traditional commercial real estate performance — an attractive portfolio diversification feature for institutional investors.
How does King Energy work with retail landlords who have multiple national chain tenants?
Many national retailers — including Starbucks, AutoZone, Dollar Tree, Panda Express, and Chipotle — have corporate sustainability goals requiring renewable energy in their leases. Properties offering solar become preferred locations for lease renewals and expansions. King Energy coordinates directly with national retail sustainability teams, provides corporate-level reporting, and handles all tenant onboarding. Properties become more attractive to premium national tenants while owners collect rent and tenants achieve their corporate renewable energy commitments simultaneously.
How does King Energy's roof lease model address rising electricity rates and grid reliability concerns?
With electricity rates forecast to reach near 30-year highs in 2025 and grid reliability declining, onsite solar generation provides critical energy resilience. The roof lease model delivers immediate rental income to property owners while tenants access discounted, locally-generated power. Monthly rent is paid regardless of grid conditions or tenant participation, creating a stable revenue stream that increases in value as energy challenges intensify.
How is King Energy's roof lease different from Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and traditional solar financing?
Unlike PPAs where the property owner purchases solar power, or traditional financing where the owner maintains the system, King Energy’s roof lease treats the company like any other tenant. King Energy pays monthly rent for roof space. There are no power purchase requirements, no operational responsibilities, and no financing complexity. The property owner is the landlord collecting rent, not the solar customer. This structure simplifies accounting, avoids utility regulation issues, and creates clean NOI without any operational obligations or performance risks.
How do ESG investors and lenders evaluate commercial properties with solar installations?
ESG-focused investors, representing over $40 trillion in global assets by 2030, prioritize properties with measurable sustainability features. Solar installations provide quantifiable carbon reduction, renewable energy generation data, and tenant utility cost savings — all critical ESG metrics. Properties with solar command 6–7% rental premiums and 14–16% higher capital values. King Energy provides comprehensive energy production reporting that satisfies GRESB, LEED, ENERGY STAR, and investor ESG disclosure requirements, making properties more attractive for premium financing.