Vermont Business Magazine Coming off the biggest year ever for USsolar installations, local installer Aegis Renewable Energy, Inc. is proud to be named one of the top solar contractors in the United States by Solar Power World magazine. Aegis Renewable Energy, Inc. achieved a rank of 141 out of the top 500 solar companies nationwide. In addition Aegis Renewable Energy achieved the number 2 rank in the State of Vermont.
The Top Solar Contractors list is developed by Solar Power World to recognize the work completed by solar contractors across the United States. Produced annually, the Top Solar Contractors list celebrates the achievements of U.S. solar developers, subcontractors and installers within the utility, commercial and residential markets. The list was released on July 25.
“The 2017 Top Solar Contractors list features 500 of the best solar contractors in the United States,” said Kelly Pickerel, managing editor of Solar Power World. “From solar hotbeds on the coasts to the up-and-coming Midwest solar market, every installer adding even the smallest solar array to the grid is making a positive impact on our communities. We’re proud to recognize these companies and their efforts to bring solar power to U.S. homes and businesses.”
The U.S. solar market installed more than 14,700 MW of solar in 2016, nearly doubling the capacity installed in 2015. For the first time ever, solar was ranked as the No. 1 source of new electric generating capacity additions brought online throughout the year. GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) predict the cumulative U.S. solar market to nearly triple in size over the next five years. By 2022, more than 18 GW of solar photovoltaic capacity will be installed annually, and Aegis Renewable Energy, Inc. will continue to be a major player in adding solar to the grid.
Aegis Renewable Energy, Inc. employs ten workers, who installed 7.3 MW of solar in 2016. Aegis Renewable Energy offers a complete suite of EPC services for commercial and municipal renewable energy projects in New England and across the nation.Aegis Renewable Energy, has earned its excellent reputation and industry recognition through designing and installing renewable energy systems that are high quality, economical, and engineered to meet their clients’ specific needs.
“The incredible growth we have seen at Aegis is evidenced by our Solar Power World ranking moving up 304 positions in one year. That never would have happened without the recognized value we bring to our clients every day, and that value is a direct result of the talent and integrity embodied in our team.” Said Nils Behn, CEO of Aegis.
About Aegis Renewable Energy
Aegis Renewable Energy is a Vermont based installer of commercial, municipal, and community solar power systems. Aegis’ services cover every aspect of bringing a project from concept to long-term operation including site analysis, permitting, financing, engineering, equipment procurement, construction, commissioning, and long term operation and maintenance. Aegis Renewable Energy focuses on bringing the highest level of value to its clients, the environment, and the communities where it’s projects are built. For more information visit: www.aegis-re.com.