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When STAG Industrial set out to integrate onsite solar across its national real estate portfolio, they didn’t just want panels on roofs—they wanted a long-term, scalable strategy. Enter Black Bear Energy: the trusted transaction partner helping C&I leaders turn clean energy ambition into measurable impact.

Our Success

Since 2016, the two have collaborated to deliver over 30 MW of solar across seven states—transforming industrial rooftops into distributed energy resources and creating community value along the way.

Built Different

“From megawatts to impact—without building a new team.”

Black Bear’s role was never just technical—it was strategic. STAG needed a partner who could optimize across markets, mobilize tenants, and fast-track approvals.

Portfolio-Wide Solar Strategy

Black Bear assessed STAG’s entire portfolio, targeting markets with strong solar incentives and financial viability.

Accelerated Deployment

Even before the first system went live, multiple new RFPs were already in motion—scaling efforts without adding internal headcount.

Tenant-Savvy Execution

Many STAG assets are single-tenant facilities with complex roof rights. Black Bear’s transaction team navigated these barriers, enabling deployments without disruption.

This wasn’t just solar—it was solar that flexed around tenant realities, market nuances, and investment timelines.

Built Better

“Community impact. Carbon reduction. Financial upside.”

With Black Bear leading technical and transaction execution, STAG was able to deliver projects that perform—on the balance sheet and in the neighborhoods they serve.

Community Solar Wins‍

A 2.7 MW New Jersey array supplies over 50% of its energy to low- and moderate-income households—powering nearly 500 homes.

Record-Setting Scale‍

A 9.2 MW Maryland rooftop became the largest community solar array of its kind in the U.S., providing 15 million kWh annually.

Measurable Benefits‍

Over 11,560 metric tons of CO₂ avoided each year, with clean power spread across six states and 17+ industrial assets.

For STAG, solar isn’t a pilot. It’s portfolio policy.

Built for What's Next

“Making clean energy a core business function.”

This partnership proves that solar can be both scalable when backed by the right expertise.

Turnkey Scalability‍

Black Bear’s model enables STAG to expand without growing internal solar teams—de-risking growth in new markets.

Embedded Value‍

Community solar aligns with stakeholder expectations and enhances portfolio resilience.

Market Agility‍

As incentive landscapes shift, Black Bear tracks programs and launches RFPs to keep STAG ahead of the curve.

What began as a few rooftop installs is now a blueprint for clean energy leadership in industrial real estate.

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