Investing in a commercial solar power system is one of the smartest financial decisions a company can make in the UAE today. With high electricity tariffs, abundant sunshine, and supportive government policies like Shams Dubai Net Metering, solar offers excellent Return on Investment (ROI) for businesses.
At Watts & Ergon, , we have helped many companies across Dubai and the UAE achieve strong financial returns through tailored commercial solar solutions.
Solar ROI is the time it takes for your solar system to pay for itself through electricity bill savings. After the payback period, the system generates “free” electricity for the remaining 15–20+ years of its life.
| System Size | Investment Cost (AED) | Annual Savings (AED) | Payback Period | ROI Over 25 Years | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 kW | 180,000 – 250,000 | 45,000 – 65,000 | 3.8 – 4.5 years | 350% – 450% | Small offices & clinics |
| 100 kW | 350,000 – 480,000 | 90,000 – 130,000 | 3.5 – 4.2 years | 400% – 520% | Medium factories & warehouses |
| 250 kW | 850,000 – 1,100,000 | 220,000 – 320,000 | 3.4 – 4.0 years | 450% – 580% | Large commercial buildings |
| 500 kW | 1.6M – 2.1M | 450,000 – 650,000 | 3.2 – 3.8 years | 500% – 650% | Industrial plants & malls |
| 1 MW+ | 3.2M – 4.2M | 900,000 – 1.4M | 3.0 – 3.6 years | 550% – 750% | Large industries & logistics |
Note: Savings calculated based on current DEWA commercial tariffs and average 1,800–2,000 kWh/kWp annual generation in Dubai.
A 250 kW warehouse project in Dubai invested AED 920,000 in 2025.
Result in first year: Annual savings of AED 285,000 with a payback period of just 3.6 years.
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