Bring everyday refrigeration, lighting and store operations into one energy conversation.
Industry scenarios and images are illustrations, not completed JC Smart Power projects. Each site needs its own assessment.
Choose your industry
Choose an industry category, then explore scenarios relevant to your operations.
Food & cold chain
Refrigeration, food retail and production
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Supermarkets & food retail
Manage store energy. Plan essential backup.
Bring everyday refrigeration, lighting and store operations into one energy conversation.
Refrigeration costs
Peak electricity use
Selected equipment backup
Everyday electricity needs
Supermarkets depend on electricity from opening to closing — and long after customers leave. Refrigerated display cases, walk-in freezers, lighting, ventilation, and air conditioning all contribute to ongoing electricity consumption. During busy periods, several systems may operate simultaneously, increasing peak demand.
What the solution can do
JC Smart Power designs battery storage and solar solutions around each store's electricity consumption patterns, operating hours, and critical equipment. Our systems can help manage peak demand, make better use of on-site solar generation, and support selected essential loads during power interruptions.
What to check for your site
Store operating hours and electricity use
Roof access and essential circuits
Illustrative application — not a completed JC project
A grocery store in Vancouver operates multiple refrigerated display cases, walk-in freezers, and air conditioning systems. Electricity demand can rise during warm afternoons when cooling equipment works harder. Battery storage can be scheduled to reduce grid demand during these periods, subject to the store's electricity rate structure and battery operating requirements. For stores with suitable rooftop space, solar PV may provide an additional source of on-site electricity. Illustrative grocery store scenario.
Discuss your site requirements
Start with your location, operating hours and main goal. Use the contact options below to continue the conversation.
Start with the questions that affect your decision. The right system follows your electricity use and business priorities.
What customers ask
Is my property a good fit?
Solar and battery storage can be assessed separately or together. Solar needs suitable space for generation; storage can also be considered without solar, subject to electricity use, equipment space and electrical requirements. Consider how long you expect to use the site. Tenants should clarify owner permission and who pays for electricity and receives the benefits.
What will it cost, and when could it pay back?
A useful comparison includes installed cost, estimated bill savings, eligible export credits, maintenance and future replacement costs. Estimates should use your actual bills, load profile and rate plan. A proposal should show its assumptions and what is included in the quote.
Will everything keep running during an outage?
Backup needs a system designed for it, with selected circuits and appropriate switching equipment. Confirm which equipment is supported, its starting power, transfer time and runtime. Solar panels alone usually do not keep a site powered during an outage.
Eligible surplus renewable generation exported under BC Hydro RS 2289 receives CA$0.10/kWh in monetary bill credits. Eligibility, export limits and grid approval apply. Credits offset Energy Charges; other bill charges still apply. This is not a fixed cash-income promise.
Will an energy system increase my property's market value?
It adds generation or storage capability and can support the property's operational use. Any change in sale price, rent or valuation needs independent assessment. Treat energy savings and market appreciation as separate questions.
Will installation disrupt my operations?
Discuss equipment locations, access and delivery routes, work areas and whether the electrical connection needs a planned shutdown. Agree any shutdown window and expected impact in advance, and coordinate work with your operating hours. The installation plan should reflect your site and the agreed project scope.
What should be confirmed before installation?
Confirm the written quote, equipment, permits and utility requirements, installation scope, acceptance checks, warranty and ongoing support. The schedule depends on site conditions, equipment availability and applicable approvals; it should be discussed for your project.
Are the pictures completed JC Smart Power projects?
The industry pages show application scenarios and reference images. They are clearly labelled and are not presented as completed JC Smart Power projects. Ask about project status and what supporting information can be shared during your discussion.
How your project starts
01
Tell us what matters
Share your location, property type and goal: electricity costs, solar use or backup for specific equipment.
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Assess your site
Agree the assessment scope, then review electricity use, site conditions, system options and estimated costs and benefits.
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Confirm the scope
Clarify the quote, approvals, installation, acceptance, warranty and support before arranging implementation.
