The successful evolution of EmPower Solar has been a constant focus for CEO David Schieren. When the company formed in 2003, it planned to install energy storage, but participation in a Dept. of Energy Solar Decathlon competition led Schieren and COO Greg Sachs to realize the more dependable effectiveness of solar technology. Solar became the new concentration in 2006, and the company serves a good mix of customers in the downstate New York market but mostly relies on residential sales.
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EmPower Solar develops, engineers, installs, and services solar and battery systems for residential and commercial clients. Since 2003, EmPower Solar has empowered thousands of New York homeowners and businesses with 47 megawatts of distributed solar. Its vision is to create a new energy paradigm powered by clean, renewable energy for a more prosperous, healthy, and civil world. The company culture is defined by the EmPowering Way, which results in consistent 5-star customer service reviews. For more information visit empower-solar.com.