8 Solar Energy Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: November 19th, 2023

Start A Solar Energy Business

Switching to solar energy has become the best way to save money by reducing utility bills. Are you interested in starting a business that focuses on renewable energy solutions?

A solar company can be a great business idea. You can set up a solar energy plant and sell the power to households and businesses without requiring them to purchase the entire solar energy system.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a solar energy business:

1. Clean Energy Solutions ($7.2M/year)

David Gomez, the founder of Clean Energy Solutions, came up with the idea for his solar energy business after experiencing setbacks in the real estate industry during the recession. He recognized the potential of solar energy as a cheaper and cleaner source of power and saw it as a great business opportunity. With a clever direct mail marketing campaign and a strong focus on selling lower-cost energy, Gomez was able to quickly attract customers and grow his business by over 6700% from 2014 to 2019.

How much they make: $7.2M/year
Current team size: 20

How I Started A $600K/Month Company Selling Low Cost Solar Energy

Clean Energy Solutions, a solar-energy provider based in LA, has grown over 6700% from 2014 to 2019, with monthly revenue around $600,000 and plans to expand its energy-efficient affordable housing division, thanks to its unique solar program allowing clients to save money using solar energy at a lower price than their utility would charge.

About

David started Clean Energy Solutions over 10 years ago

Revenue

David grew the business to $600K/month

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2. Solar Energy Partners ($24M/year)

After realizing the limited lifespan of the oil industry, Alex K Williams decided to pivot to the solar energy space. With a focus on providing exceptional service and a top-shelf experience for customers, Solar Energy Partners has experienced over 400% growth since its inception.

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How much they make: $24M/year
How much did it cost to start: $100K
Current team size: 250

Our Solar Installation Business Just Hit $24M/Year

Solar Energy Partners, a solar-focused company founded by Alex K Williams, has achieved more than 400% growth since inception, and is expanding into new markets while offering best customer service and training programs.

About

Alex started Solar Energy Partners almost 4 years ago

Revenue

Alex grew the business to $2M/month

Costs

It cost Alex $100000 to start the business

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So... can you actually make money with a solar energy business?

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5. Evergy

Everything you need to know about your energy service, energy saving, rate options and more...

Where they're located: Downtown Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Website traffic: 1.39M/month

So... can you actually make money with a solar energy business?

Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.

But how?

Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
Study exactly what works, and what doesn’t.
Take action, because now you have the roadmap.

Join Starter Story and build your next big thing:

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7. Aurora Solar

Where they're located: Aurora, Colorado, USA
Website traffic: 220K/month

8. Snohomish County PUD

Where they're located: Arlington, Texas, USA
Website traffic: 290K/month