For years, Hawaii's Renewable Energy Technologies Income Tax Credit (RETITC) has been one of the most effective incentives helping Hawaii homeowners and businesses invest in solar energy and battery storage.
We are beyond thrilled to announce that for the second year in a row, Sunspear Energy has been named the EnergySage Installer of the Year in Hawai'i. This recognition highlights
HONOLULU, HI, July 24, 2025 -- Sunspear Energy, a leader in residential and commercial solar development in Hawai’i, has been recognized as one of the nation's premier solar companies on Solar Power World's 2025 Top Solar Contractors List for the second year in a row. The company ranks No. 327 overall in the United States and holds the No. 3 spot for developers in the Hawaii residential solar market. The Top Solar Contractors List is the most recognized annual listing of solar contractors in the U.S. The list acknowledges the top solar developers, installers, and contractors driving progress in domestic energy production and helping meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable electricity in the United States. Rankings are based on the number of kilowatts (kW) installed in the previous year and categorized by service type, market, and state. "Being named a Top Solar Contractor is a testament to our team's deep commitment to developing innovative, accessible energy solutions for Hawaii homeowners and businesses,” said Jeff Kaemmerlen, CEO and founder of Sunspear Energy. "We're proud to partner with homeowners, businesses, landowners, and municipalities to deliver real economic value and strengthen local infrastructure through our solutions. It's an honor to be included among the top contractors shaping the future of Hawaiian energy." In 2024 alone, Sunspear installed 1,403 kilowatts of new residential solar capacity, and over 1,400 kilowatts to new commercial solar projects, contributing to a record-breaking year for the solar industry. Nearly 50 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity were added to the U.S. grid in 2024, with solar and storage accounting for 84% of all new electric generating capacity, more than any other energy technology in over two decades. "At a time when the federal government is doing everything it can to cut solar power down, the gigawatts put up by our 2025 Top Solar Contractors emphasize just how crucial it is to our nation's energy mix," said Kelsey Misbrener, managing editor of Solar Power World. "From the smallest residential projects to the largest utility-scale solar farms, these installations keep the lights on and keep power affordable. We're thrilled to recognize another outstanding class of Top Solar Contractors and look forward to persevering through legislative hurdles to celebrate our 15-year edition next year." Since its founding in 2017, Sunspear Energy has installed over 26,000 kW of residential and commercial solar projects across Oahu, Big Island, and Maui, Hawaii. To learn more about Sunspear Energy’s solar solutions, visit www.sunspearenergy.com. About Sunspear Energy Sunspear Energy is one of Hawai'i's leading providers of state-of-the-art solar power and battery storage systems. With deep experience in residential and commercial solar design, permitting, installation and financing, Sunspear is focused on providing renewable energy solutions for Hawai'i with the goal of helping the state reach its 100% renewable energy target. Founded in 2017 and locally owned and operated, Sunspear offers turn-key solutions to homeowners, commercial businesses, non-profit organizations, and public sector entities. About Solar Power World Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development and technology. Since 2011, SPW has helped U.S. solar contractors — including installers, developers and EPCs in all markets — grow their businesses and do their jobs better.
The massive budget reconciliation bill that President Trump signed on July 4, 2025, may set off a rush to start construction of more projects by year end 2025 and again by early July 2026 to qualify for federal tax credits. If you’re a business owner or operator of a commercial facility (including non-profits) and are considering solar, the clock is ticking to start projects and lock in the incentives that will yield the best project economics and reduce facility energy costs.
With the recent signing of the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” or OBBBA, major changes are underway that will reshape how federal tax incentives for solar and battery storage work—especially here in Hawai‘i. If you’re a homeowner considering solar, the clock is ticking to take full advantage of the tax credit before it goes away permanently.
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Sunspear Energy has been named the EnergySage Installer of the Year for 2025 in Hawai'i. This recognition highlights Sunspear’s commitment to providing top-quality
HONOLULU, HI, July 24, 2025 -- Sunspear Energy, a leader in residential and commercial solar development in Hawai’i, has been recognized as one of the nation's premier solar companies on Solar Power World's 2025 Top Solar Contractors List for the second year in a row. The company ranks No. 327 overall in the United States and holds the No. 3 spot for developers in the Hawaii residential solar market. The Top Solar Contractors List is the most recognized annual listing of solar contractors in the U.S. The list acknowledges the top solar developers, installers, and contractors driving progress in domestic energy production and helping meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable electricity in the United States. Rankings are based on the number of kilowatts (kW) installed in the previous year and categorized by service type, market, and state. "Being named a Top Solar Contractor is a testament to our team's deep commitment to developing innovative, accessible energy solutions for Hawaii homeowners and businesses,” said Jeff Kaemmerlen, CEO and founder of Sunspear Energy. "We're proud to partner with homeowners, businesses, landowners, and municipalities to deliver real economic value and strengthen local infrastructure through our solutions. It's an honor to be included among the top contractors shaping the future of Hawaiian energy." In 2024 alone, Sunspear installed 1,403 kilowatts of new residential solar capacity, and over 1,400 kilowatts to new commercial solar projects, contributing to a record-breaking year for the solar industry. Nearly 50 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity were added to the U.S. grid in 2024, with solar and storage accounting for 84% of all new electric generating capacity, more than any other energy technology in over two decades. "At a time when the federal government is doing everything it can to cut solar power down, the gigawatts put up by our 2025 Top Solar Contractors emphasize just how crucial it is to our nation's energy mix," said Kelsey Misbrener, managing editor of Solar Power World. "From the smallest residential projects to the largest utility-scale solar farms, these installations keep the lights on and keep power affordable. We're thrilled to recognize another outstanding class of Top Solar Contractors and look forward to persevering through legislative hurdles to celebrate our 15-year edition next year." Since its founding in 2017, Sunspear Energy has installed over 26,000 kW of residential and commercial solar projects across Oahu, Big Island, and Maui, Hawaii. To learn more about Sunspear Energy’s solar solutions, visit www.sunspearenergy.com. About Sunspear Energy Sunspear Energy is one of Hawai'i's leading providers of state-of-the-art solar power and battery storage systems. With deep experience in residential and commercial solar design, permitting, installation and financing, Sunspear is focused on providing renewable energy solutions for Hawai'i with the goal of helping the state reach its 100% renewable energy target. Founded in 2017 and locally owned and operated, Sunspear offers turn-key solutions to homeowners, commercial businesses, non-profit organizations, and public sector entities. About Solar Power World Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development and technology. Since 2011, SPW has helped U.S. solar contractors — including installers, developers and EPCs in all markets — grow their businesses and do their jobs better.
Sunspear Energy Recognized on the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America HONOLULU, HI, August 13, 2024 – Inc. magazine announced today that Oahu-based Sunspear Energy ranks No.
"This is an interesting project because it allows us to expand on what we had previously built at the water park and help them gain an even greater benefit
By Sophia Compton - Reporter December 20, 2023, 01:38pm HST Sunspear Energy — a Hawaii-based full-service renewable energy solutions company — recently announced it has expanded to Hawaii Island, where it
