Top Solar Contractors

SPW is now accepting applications for the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List

SPW — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:56:24 +0000

The application portal is now open for Solar Power World’s esteemed Top Solar Contractors List. Any solar PV developer, installer or subcontractor working in the United States can begin the application process now on Solar Power World’s website. The deadline to apply to the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List is Friday, May 24, 2024. “The U.S.…

The post SPW is now accepting applications for the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List appeared first on Solar Power World.

Minnesota developer thrives in Maine community solar market

Billy Ludt — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:54 +0000

Community solar has a unique offtake arrangement when compared to other styles and scales of solar projects. Unlike traditional residential or commercial arrays, community solar projects have a subscription model that gives nearby residents and business owners the opportunity to subscribe to a portion of the project and, in return, have a fixed monthly utility…

The post Minnesota developer thrives in Maine community solar market appeared first on Solar Power World.

Washington contractor serves community by solving puzzling projects

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:38 +0000

Every solar project has its complexities, be it tricky layouts or challenging interconnections. Kirk Haffner, president of South Sound Solar (No. 327 on the 2023 Top Solar Contractors List), has made a name for his Olympia, Washington-based company as a problem solver. “I’ve been involved with the community for many years. We have a very…

The post Washington contractor serves community by solving puzzling projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

Vermont contractor brings needed savings to dairy farmers with community solar

Kelsey Misbrener — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:37 +0000

Vermont is the most rural-populated state in the nation, illustrated by its rolling green mountains dotted with rustic old barns and grazing cows. But small farmers in this pastoral state have struggled in recent years due to increasing costs and competition from bigger operations. From 2012 to 2022, the number of small Vermont dairy farms…

The post Vermont contractor brings needed savings to dairy farmers with community solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

Large-scale solar contractor won’t be fenced in by its vertical solar racking

Billy Ludt — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:59:47 +0000

Finding a solar contractor that offers one service and one service only is rare nowadays. Out of necessity, installers are developing post-installation maintenance plans, learning to install roofing, pairing EV chargers with PV and adding many other types of complementary services to fill new gaps as this industry grows. Following that trend, a large-scale contractor…

The post Large-scale solar contractor won’t be fenced in by its vertical solar racking appeared first on Solar Power World.

Intricacies of NYC construction make installer the voice of a niche market

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:59:39 +0000

New York City appears to be a dreamland for solar installers — with millions of identical residential rooftops and few trees casting shade, who wouldn’t capitalize on this endless opportunity? But the city’s complicated fire safety and building code requirements mean not many installers make the effort. That’s why Brooklyn SolarWorks (No. 280 on the…

The post Intricacies of NYC construction make installer the voice of a niche market appeared first on Solar Power World.

Arkansas installer meets strict licensing requirements with in-house training program

Kelsey Misbrener — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:59:23 +0000

When a state’s solar market starts to take off, one of the first major growing pains is sorting out solar licensing requirements, or lack thereof. Arkansas jumped from 35th to 30th in the nation for solar installations in 2022, with about 16 installers and developers working in the state, according to SEIA. Residential installer Shine…

The post Arkansas installer meets strict licensing requirements with in-house training program appeared first on Solar Power World.

DG installer makes recycling standard procedure for decommissioning projects

Kelsey Misbrener — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:58:51 +0000

Nearly 20 years after the birth of the solar investment tax credit (ITC), many early solar adopters are seeking a refresh of their old arrays in favor of new technology. Even if the panels are still producing, new module, inverter and battery technology that far surpasses their current array’s performance can be inspiration enough to…

The post DG installer makes recycling standard procedure for decommissioning projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

Missouri installer franchises its top-reviewed business

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:58:21 +0000

While franchises are a common sight — fast food restaurants, oil change shops and hair salons are around every corner — the franchise model isn’t prevalent in the solar industry. There are many national installation brands, but they use that name recognition to keep things under one banner. Or mom-and-pop shops pride themselves on their…

The post Missouri installer franchises its top-reviewed business appeared first on Solar Power World.

Blue Ridge Power builds pathways to careers in solar

Billy Ludt — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:58:05 +0000

The U.S. solar industry has the responsibility of creating an unprecedented workforce to meet the growing need for solar PV output in this country. That demand for renewable energy deployment is bolstered by federal subsidies in the Inflation Reduction Act and upheld by the existential threat of climate change. While the tax credits in the…

The post Blue Ridge Power builds pathways to careers in solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar Power World unveils 2023 edition of Top Solar Contractors List

SPW — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:50:25 +0000

With the United States receiving significant federal support of solar and storage in the Inflation Reduction Act, excitement for the technologies is growing at a record pace. Solar developers, installers and contractors are capitalizing on the moment by building more substantial projects across the country. Their increased efforts to expand the U.S. market are recognized…

The post Solar Power World unveils 2023 edition of Top Solar Contractors List appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar Power World presents the 2023 Top Solar Champions

SPW — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:45:38 +0000

In acknowledgement of the hard work completed by the people within the companies on Solar Power World’s Top Solar Contractors list, the editorial team proudly recognizes four individuals for Top Solar Champions awards. These special awards highlight four individuals working at Top Solar Contractor companies who have gone the extra mile in their jobs and solar…

The post Solar Power World presents the 2023 Top Solar Champions appeared first on Solar Power World.

2023 Top Solar Designer: Lucas Titolo, Solar Landscape

SPW — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:42:54 +0000

The Solar Power World editorial team is proud each year to present four Top Solar Champions awards, open to all those employed by Top Solar Contractor companies, highlight talent in the industry in different skill areas. The 2023 Top Solar Designer award-winner is Lucas Titolo, VP of engineering at New Jersey-based Solar Landscape. Titolo has…

The post 2023 Top Solar Designer: Lucas Titolo, Solar Landscape appeared first on Solar Power World.

2023 Top Solar Installer: Joseph Silver, ADT Solar

SPW — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:42:51 +0000

The Solar Power World editorial team is proud each year to present four Top Solar Champions awards, open to all those employed by Top Solar Contractor companies, highlight talent in the industry in different skill areas. The 2023 Top Solar Installer award-winner is Joseph Silver, regional foreman at Louisiana-based ADT Solar. Silver is described by…

The post 2023 Top Solar Installer: Joseph Silver, ADT Solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

2023 Top Solar Advocate: Brett White, Pine Gate Renewables

SPW — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:42:16 +0000

The Solar Power World editorial team is proud each year to present four Top Solar Champions awards, open to all those employed by Top Solar Contractor companies, highlighting talent in the industry in different skill areas. The 2023 Top Solar Advocate award-winner is Brett White, VP of regulatory affairs at North Carolina-based Pine Gate Renewables. White spends his…

The post 2023 Top Solar Advocate: Brett White, Pine Gate Renewables appeared first on Solar Power World.