A bit about us…

 

Solar States is the on ramp for inner city residents looking to find jobs in the solar industry. As a result of our founding ethos we have a dual mission to install solar and educate the next generation of solar installers. After establishing our headquarters in Philadelphia, PA, we began installing solar for such institutions as the Community College of Philadelphia and Swarthmore College. We have completed over 800 projects for residential and commercial clients, impacted hundreds of students through our curriculum and job placement, and hired a number of these students ourselves.

Solar States in the news

Meet the Graduates of Philadelphia's First Solar Training Program

Philadelphia Inquirer

Renewable Energy, Education, and Economic Development Combine at Philadelphia Solar Schools Initiative

Tree Hugger

Green Economy Fair and Panel Discussion

Free Library of Philadelphia

Philadelphians share priorities for a more affordable, efficient, clean urban energy future

WHYY

SEPTA Board Approves Major Solar Project

SEPTA

How this local solar company is growing, one neighborhood at a time

Generocity

Solarize Philly harnesses the power of community and gives the solar market a big boost

Grid Philly

Five Companies Spurring Solar Workforce Development

Solar Power World

Philadelphians Share Priorities for more Affordable, Efficient, Clean Urban Energy Future

WHYY

Meet the Disruptor: Solar States

The Philadelphia Citizen

How Solar States is Training the Solar Leaders of Tomorrow

Green Cities

School rooftops become solar farms under company’s plan

WHYY

Community-driven solar: a diverse collaboration

Renewable Energy World