SunPower Helix is world’s first solar solution for businesses

SunPower launched its Helix platform, the world’s first fully-integrated commercial solar solution combining solar power production and energy management.

Helix is a pre-engineered, modular solution that is built to last and fast to install, enabling customers to scale their solar programs quickly with minimal business disruption. The Helix platform is standardized across rooftop, carport and ground installations.

Features include SunPower solar panels; mounting hardware; Plug-and-play power station; and SunPower EnergyLink, an energy intelligence software (EIS) for solar power.

Bed Bath & Beyond is one of SunPower’s first Helix customers, with construction expected to begin on systems at eight stores early next year. The major retailer launched its solar program in 2006, and currently generates a total of 17.5 megawatts from SunPower systems on 26 facilities in four states.

“The cost savings we expect to see with the new SunPower Helix systems, such as plug-and-play power stations that greatly reduce installation time, will enable Bed Bath & Beyond to grow our solar program more quickly, delivering operational savings at more of our facilities,” said Robert Eckhardt, head of architecture and renewables development for Bed Bath & Beyond.

“Minimizing the complexities of solar system installation is critical for keeping projects on schedule and meeting return on investment goals. Helix is designed to meet those challenges,” he added.