Navigating the Virginia Solar Landscape: Reflections from the Summit Stage

Virginia Solar Permitting Navigating Local Challenges from the Summit Stage

Virginia solar permitting continues to be one of the most critical challenges facing our industry today. The Virginia Solar Summit is an annual touchstone for our industry stakeholders in the region, bringing together a diverse array of partners to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the Commonwealth’s energy future. This year, I found myself moderating […]

Solar Farming in Michigan: A Fifth-Generation Farmer’s Journey to Preserve Agricultural Land

Solar farming in Michigan offers a unique solution for preserving agricultural heritage. Meet John Tuckerman, whose family has farmed the same land in Lenawee County, Michigan for seven generations. His story illuminates the complex decisions facing today’s farmers as they balance tradition, progress, and the preservation of agricultural land through innovative solar farming approaches. Rooted […]

From Strategy to Action: A Practical Guide for Sustainability Leaders Ready to Make Progress

We talk to a lot of people in your shoes—sustainability champions working inside complex organizations. You’ve gathered the data, maybe even brought on a consultant, and published your first report. But now you’re staring at a stack of ideas with no clear next step towards real sustainability implementation. Sound familiar? If you’re stuck between good […]

Solar as Financial Security: How a Virginia Farmer is Securing His Future

Long Ridge Road Solar Farm

The Need for Financial Security in Farming Solar energy offers critical financial security to farmers, providing stability amidst the uncertain conditions inherent to agriculture. Scott, a seasoned farmer from Halifax County, Virginia, is leveraging solar energy as a key strategy for financial stability, protecting his family’s legacy and securing their future. Navigating Agricultural Uncertainty Agriculture […]

ESA Launches New Program to Support Healthcare Decarbonization and Sustainability Transition

ESA Launches Healthcare Decarbonization Program for 2025 and 2030 Climate Goals

Healthcare decarbonization consulting initiative aims to help medical institutions achieve carbon reduction commitments through strategic energy solutions The Initiative Aims to Help Healthcare Achieve 2025 and 2030 Decarbonization Goals with Expert Consulting Orlando, FL, Oct. 17th, 2023 – ESA, a leader in clean energy development across commercial, utility scale, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and […]

Why Energy Efficiency Matters in the Cold Storage Sector

Energy Savings for Cold Storage

Navigating the challenges of energy efficiency might feel like a slippery slope, but for cold storage facilities, solar may be the solution. As the backbone of supply chains in sectors ranging from food to pharmaceuticals, cold storage facilities guzzle electricity, racking up massive costs. Solar energy can ease operational complexities and offer a path to […]

Mahalak Auto Group Goes Solar

Mahalak Auto Group Completes Multi-Location Auto Dealership Solar Installation with ESA

Auto dealership solar installation project spans three Florida locations with combined rooftop and ground-mount systems plus EV charging infrastructure Winter Haven, FL – The Low Payment Kings powered by Mahalak Auto Group has announced a major commitment to sustainability by going solar at their Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Winter Haven, Posner Park Chrysler Dodge […]

ESA Recognized As The #1 Solar Developer In Florida

ESA Named Top Florida Solar Developer by Solar Power World for 2023

Florida solar developer ESA achieves #1 state ranking and #122 national position in prestigious Solar Power World annual contractor list Orlando, FL – ESA, a leading solar development company, has been recognized by Solar Power World in its annual Top Solar Contractors List. Ranked as the #1 solar developer in Florida and #122 overall, up […]

ESA Awards Community Solar Grants to Three Augusta County Virginia Organizations

ESA Awards Community Solar Grants to Three Augusta County Virginia Organizations

Community solar grants program supports local nonprofits through Fishersville Road Solar Farm initiative benefiting low-to-moderate income residents Augusta County, VA – ESA’s Fishersville Road Solar Farm Community Grant Program has awarded funding to three community-based organizations who are making positive impacts locally in community revitalization, environmental sustainability, education support or healthy living. The organizations awarded […]

Don Mealey Sport Subaru Partners with ESA to Electrify Auto Dealerships

Sport Subaru Orlando Leads Auto Dealership Electrification with ESA Solar Partnership

Auto dealership electrification pilot project features 395kW solar array and EV charging infrastructure as model for automotive industry sustainability transformation ORLANDO, Fla. – Don Mealey Auto Group is pleased to announce the opening of its new Sport Subaru dealership in Orlando, featuring a rooftop solar project by ESA. This solar array will serve as a […]