San Francisco, CA, July 31, 2025 — The renewable energy industry is entering a tumultuous time, with deep federal cuts to programs that stoked incredible growth over the past four years. The solar industry broke record after record in 2024, the largest single year of new capacity added to the grid by any energy technology in over two decades. OnSwitch is one of the companies that contributed to the milestone installation year and is recognized as a 2025 Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World. The Top Solar Contractors List is the most recognized listing of solar contractors in the United States. It is compiled annually by industry magazine Solar Power World to recognize the work of solar installers to decarbonize the grid and support local energy. The country installed nearly 50 GW of new solar capacity in 2024

Discover how Maryland's generous solar incentives and strategic policies can drive significant energy savings for your business. Maryland is currently offering some of the most attractive solar incentives in the United States, making it an ideal time for businesses to consider solar energy projects. With the state increasing its Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) target to 50% by 2030 Maryland utilities are now required to purchase Solar

Summary · Commercial solar projects a shrinking window of time to capture the 30%-60% ITC before it’s gone · Companies can reach the “Safe Harbor” point in the project in this time and install later · If the current bill passes Congress by July 4 as planned, 60 days start then · Act quickly to allow time for design, engineering, and procurement The commercial solar landscape in the U.S. is facing a major financial turning point...

More and more companies understand the value of renewable energy and solar – for the noteworthy energy savings, future-proofing against electric rate hikes, as well as the carbon reduction benefits. Case in point: The RE100 group is celebrating 10 years of leadership with more than 400 leading companies committing to using 100% renewable energy. So why don’t more commercial buildings have solar on their roofs or parking lots?

OnSwitch, Inc. (“OnSwitch”), a leader in software-driven commercial solar project development, today announced an innovative strategic partnership with Radial Power (“Radial”), a leading provider of onsite power solutions for commercial and industrial real estate owners, to develop 100 megawatts of solar capacity over the next two years, representing approximately 10 million square feet of rooftop space. Many of the projects are expected to include energy storage, electric vehicle charging, and community solar hosting options. Development on the first sites, which will be owned and operated by Radial, has already begun. The partnership expands OnSwitch’s financing capacity and development resources for solar projects, energy storage, electric vehicle charging, and other related solutions.

Why is ESG Important? For corporate decision-makers and sustainability professionals, integrating ESG principles is not just about meeting regulatory requirements; it’s about positioning the company as a leader in responsible business practices. A 2023 Forbes survey showed that 61% of consumers say that a company's poor environmental practices make them less loyal to the brand, and 55% of consumers are prepared to pay more...

Data is an important, but energy intensive industry. What if all that energy was renewable? That is what Iron Mountain did with their 10-building solar portfolio! Check it out in this week’s project highlight. This multi-building portfolio spans across three states and includes 5.2 MW of solar. That means it will save 153,000 pounds of carbon, which is the equivalent electricity of almost 30,000 homes!..

Is your toilet solar-powered?! Unlikely, but if it’s by Ferguson, it may have come from one of their solar-powered facilities! Check it out in this week’s Project Highlight by OnSwitch. This 1.2 MW project in California will save 63,781 pounds of CO2 annually! This is the equivalent of 12,410 homes' electricity use for one year. Ferguson Enterprises is the largest U.S distributor of plumbing and waterworks products....

Is your local bank powered by rooftop solar? Fulton Bank is! Check it out in this week’s Project Highlight by OnSwitch. This 158kW project in New Jersey will save 15,850 pounds of CO2 annually! This is the equivalent of 3,084 homes' electricity use for one year. Fulton Bank was interested in reducing costs and improving their sustainability. OnSwitch evaluated multiple options for their site and determined....