40 Years
Proudly Serving Marin, Sonoma & Napa Counties for 40 Years

Since 1984, SolarCraft solar energy and battery backup systems have helped North Bay homeowners and businesses save millions of dollars on PG&E bills each year, while protecting the environment and supporting the local economy. SolarCraft is a 100% Employee-Owned and Operated business, taking pride in creating a brighter, cleaner and more sustainable future for our community. At SolarCraft, we don't just install solar panels, we craft energy independence, peace of mind and a brighter future.

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What Else Happened 40 Years Ago?

Apple Launched The Macintosh

The year SolarCraft was founded, in the garage of a home nearby and in a groundbreaking moment for the technology industry, Apple launched the Macintosh. This revolutionary personal computer changed the way people interacted with technology.

The Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles

South of us, one of the most polarizing Olympics was held in Los Angeles. The Soviet Union and several other Eastern Bloc countries boycotted the games.

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Where Have We Gone In The Past 40 Years?

8,000 Cars Off The Road In Impact

Our solar panels have made a significant environmental impact by reducing carbon emissions equivalent to taking 8,000 cars off the road. This achievement highlights the positive effects of renewable energy. By harnessing solar power, we are actively contributing to a cleaner planet and tempering the changing climate.

9,000 Installations

We've completed over 9,000 installations over the past 40 years, or nearly one each work day during that time span.

Where Will The Next 40 Years Take Us?

As we look to the next 40 years, we can expect renewable energy, energy storage and energy efficiency technologies to become more affordable and accessible to everyone.

Solar thermal pool heating was popular while photovoltaics were hardly adopted. The concern about greenhouse gasses and climate change was just starting to hit the mainstream.

Photovoltaic solar electric systems start to gain popularity in California thanks to the State's financial incentives and the Federal 30% tax credit. Toward the end of the decade, a solar company launched the first residential Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) that propelled the volume of...

Photovoltaic solar electric systems start to gain popularity in California thanks to the State's financial incentives and the Federal 30% tax credit. Toward the end of the decade, a solar company launched the first residential Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) that propelled the volume of residential installation for years to come. The result was greater competition and lower costs.

PV solar electric systems evolve to become mainstream in California and other pockets of the country. Battery storage starts to pick up in popularity toward the end of the decade. The utilities take notice of the impact of solar and begin to adjust their plans to protect their business interests.

PV solar electric systems evolve to become mainstream in California and other pockets of the country. Battery storage starts to pick up in popularity toward the end of the decade. The utilities take notice of the impact of solar and begin to adjust their plans to protect their business interests.

Batteries gain popularity as a great tool to provide backup power during every increasing power outages as a result of the effects of climate change. The utilities change their rate plan resulting in batteries being required when installing solar in most cases.

Solar and battery deployment will continue to thrive. Utility rates will rise significantly enabling more people to justify solar and batteries to save money. EVs may be used to balance energy generated and used in homes and businesses. Eventually a new clean energy technology will be deployed...

Solar and battery deployment will continue to thrive. Utility rates will rise significantly enabling more people to justify solar and batteries to save money. EVs may be used to balance energy generated and used in homes and businesses. Eventually a new clean energy technology will be deployed to replace solar panels and batteries. What's next? We'll have to wait and see.

Our Vision for the Future

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More Solar Power

More Solar Power

The more solar power harnessed, the less emissions.
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A Greener Future

A Greener Future

The less emissions, the more beautiful our future will be.
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Our Impact on the Community

250

North Bay families supported

Over 30

Electricians licensed assisted by SolarCraft

86

Solar installs for non-profits 
and community services

Over 50

Systems installed for Sonoma and Napa wineries

Over $100

Million of utility energy costs saved for our local customers