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 Renewable Energy Installers in Ohio

The companies listed below are categorized by certified and non-certified PV Installers and in alphabetical order. A company must include at least one certified installer in order to be listed as certified. Inclusion on this directory is not an endorsement by Green Energy Ohio.

Certified Photovoltaic Installers/Integrators in Ohio


ADVANCED DISTRIBUTED GENERATION, LLC

  • Type: Retailer, Full Service Engineering & Contracting

  • Products Available: PV Systems (including commercial and utility scale), Solar Hot Water

  • Services: Installation, Sales and Service Provider
            -PV: over 700 kW installed
            -Solar Hot Water: 250 Serviced and 30 Installed
            -System Design / Site Analysis
            -Maintenance / Servicing
            -Technical Assistance

  • Two NABCEP Certified Photovoltaic Installers; NABCEP Certified Solar Thermal Installer

    CONTACT:
    John Witte                                      Phone:419-530-3792
    2600 Dorr Street
                                  Email:jwitte@advanced-dg.com
    Toledo, OH 43607                            Website:www.advanced-dg.com
                        

Comments: "Ohio's leading large-scale PV system integrator with 40 years combined experience in the renewable energy industry."

John Witte: John founded Integrated Solar in 1995, and then Advanced Distributed Generation (ADG), LLC in 2001 to provide solar system design, installation and repair services. ADG's customers include Department of Defense, State of Ohio, State of Michigan, National Park Service, and educational projects funded by the Foundation for Environmental Education. John received BS degrees in Construction Management and Mechanical Engineering, and is a certified North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Installer.  He serves as co-founding member of the Ohio Clean Energy Business Association (OCEBA). 

 

APPALACHIAN RENEWABLE POWER SYSTEMS LTD.            

  • Type:  Design, Installation, Sales, and Service

  • Products Available:  Solar Electric and Solar Hot Water Systems

  • Services:  Complete System Design, Sales, Installation and Service

CONTACT:
Gary Easton  
740-277-8498
arp-solar.com
gary@arp-solar.com

Comments: "NABCEP certified installer dedicated to quality installations and customer satisfaction.  Appalachian Renewable Power Systems is a full service solar power contractor offering complete design, sales, installation and service of solar electric and solar hot water systems for homes and business."

 

ATHENS ELECTRIC
  • Type: Residential and Commercial Design; Installation; Consulting; Service
  • Products Available: Solar Electric; On-Grid; Off-Grid; Back-up Systems; Battery Systems

  • Services:  20+ Years Experience: Full Service Design, Installation and Maintenance of Solar PV Systems Including:
            -Energy Use and Efficiency Optimization and Consulting
            -Site Analysis
            -Elegant, cost effective systems designed for optimal performance and reliability
            -Technical Support and Assistance
            -Maintenance and Repair

  • NABCEP certified PV Installer and Licensed Electrical Contractor

    CONTACT:
    Athens
    Electric
    Drake Chamberlin
    P.O. Box 4
    Amesville, OH 45711
    740-448-7328
    740-856-9648
    drake.chamberlin@gmail.com

Comments: "Athens Electric is dedicated to advancing photovoltaic technology, as a nonpolluting alternative for            meeting our world’s electrical demands. Drake Chamberlin is a pioneer in terrestrial photovoltaic installation. He installed one of the earliest utility based PV systems in Colorado, and has contributed many articles to Home Power Magazine. Athens Electric remains on the cutting edge of photovoltaic technology." 

  

BOLD ALTERNATIVES
  • Type: Design, Installation, Sales and Service

  • Products Available: Solar Electric

  • Services: Complete system design, Sales, Site analysis, Cost-benefit & Feasibility, Installation, Service, Education & Training, and Financing

  • Memberships: Veteran-Owned Small Business, Green Energy Ohio, Entrepreneurs for Sustainability

  • Certified Manufacturers Training: Sanyo, Enphase, Andalay, SMA, Fronius, Outback, Xantrex, Solectria, Wiley, Unirac, Conergy

    CONTACT:
    2708 Dryden Road
    Shaker Heights, OH 44122
    Phone: 440-318-4131
    Fax: 216-472-2900
    sales@BoldAlternatives.com

    Comments: "Bold Alternatives is a NABCEP certified installer that provides the renewable energy solutions you need to harness free renewable energy.  Our expertise will turn your good intentions into successfully competed projects.  Our Solar Action Program (TM) absolutely minimizes the cost of bringing the benefit of solar to NE Ohio non-profits.  Our Solar Action Program (TM) absolutely mi
    nimizes the cost of bringing the benefit of solar to NE Ohio non-profits.

 DOVETAIL SOLAR AND WIND  

  • Type: Retailer, Service Provider, Contractor, Consultant
  • Products Available: Solar Electric (grid-tie, net metering, back-up and off-grid), Thin-Film Building Integrated PV, Wind Power Systems (1-50kW generators on tilt-up, guyed or free standing towers), Solar Hot Water Radiant/Hydronic Floor Heating, On-demand Hot Water Heaters, Microhydro Power Systems, Solar Water Pumps, Energy Efficient Appliances (refrigerators, washing/drying machines, lights), Portable Power Generators, Batteries, Battery Chargers, Inverters, Controls, Meters, RV and Marine Power Supply, Natural Lighting, Solar Attic Vents, High-Quality Air and Water Filters, Clean-Air Furnaces, Outdoor Wood-Fired Furnaces. Efficient Structures: Energy Wise Systems, Passive Solar
  • Dealerships: BP Solar, Sanyo, Schott, Sharp and other solar photovoltaic panels, Uni-Solar building integrated photovoltaic laminate & shingles (factory trained installer) Abundant Renewable Energy (ARE), AWP, Bergey, Kestrel, and Eoltec wind turbines, Fronius,-Outback, PV Powered, SMA, & Vanner power inverters and charge controllers, Trojan and other storage batteries, Heliodyne and Sunda solar thermal systems, Energy Wise Systems pre-built high efficiency building panels. Dankoff Solar and Pumps

  •  Services:  available for residential, commercial & non-profit clients worldwide
    Design, Installation, Sales, Feasibility Assessments
            - PV: 40 (15 grid interactive, 25 grid-tied/off-grid with batteries)
              - Wind: 9 (6 grid interactive, 3 off-grid)
              - Solar Thermal Heating
              - Component Sales
              - Technical Assistance/Advice
              - Maintenance/Servicing
              - Energy Use and Efficiency Assessment
              - Site Analysis
              - Renewable Energy System Design
              - Education/Training
              - Architectural Design
              - Construction/Green Building


Southeast Ohio Office:                                         Northern Ohio Office:
16675 Canaanville Hills Rd                                      9116 Lake In The Woods Trail
Athens, OH 45701                                                 Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
740-592-1800                                                         440-543-7069
www.dovetailsolar.com                                   
info@dovetailsolar.com
 
CONTACT:                                                            CONTACT:
Matthew Bennett                                                    Alan Frasz
NABCEP Certified PV Installer*                               Vice President
GLREA Certified PV Systems Integrator/Installer       afrasz@dovetailsolar.com

 

Central Ohio Office: Southwest Ohio Office:
89 South Stanwood Rd 513-253-1945
Bexley, OH 43209  
614-937-4486  
   
CONTACT:  
Dave Cohen  
dcohen@dovetailsolar.com  
   

Comments:
  "Renewable energy sources  are  a  great  financial,  environmental  and  personal investment.  Our trained professionals  specialize in renewable electrical power distribution systems.  All systems must start with a feasibility assessment so call us today.  Dovetail Solar and Wind, a full service provider of renewable energy systems, has been bringing appropriate technology to homes and businesses since 1994.  We specialize in solar and wind, building integrated photovoltaic arrays, solar hot water systems, and energy efficient structures.  We are one of the area's most experienced authorities on renewable power generation and "green" building.  Whether you want to add renewable energy generation at your existing home or business or you're planning new construction, we will help you determine the best options for your project." 

 

EXTREME SOLAR AND ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOLUTIONS

  • Type: Residential and Commercial Design, Sales, Installation, and Service

  • Products Available: Solar Electric and Solar Hot Water Systems

  • Services: Design and Installation Services:
            -Solar (PV) Power Systems
              -Solar Hot Water

  • Certifications and Memberships:
              -NABCEP Certified Solar Photovoltaic Installer
              -Member and Certified Installer of Green Energy Ohio
              -Member of American Solar Energy Society

        CONTACT: 
          Nathan Chamberlin
          1867 Millville Oxford Rd.
          Hamilton, OH 45013
          513-895-0697
          513-535-7000
          nathan@extremesolar.us
          www.extremesolar.us

 

FLS ENERGY, INC

  • Type: Full Service Commercial and Residential Solar Energy Generation Company

  • Products Available: Commercial and utility scale Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Energy Systems

  • Services: Complete design and installation services throughout the U.S. for:
            -Solar Hot Water
              -Solar (PV) Power Systems
              -On-grid and Off-grid systems
           
       -Funding through our Solar Energy Purchase Agreements (SEPA's)
             
  • Certifications and Memberships:
              -NABCEP Certified Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Installers

             -General Contractor License
              -Professional Engineers and Designers on Staff
              -Member of US Green Building Council and American Solar Energy Society

         Central Ohio Office:                                            Corporate Office
          5217 Westbreeze Court                                         239 Amboy Road
          Hilliard, OH 43026                                                 Asheville, NC 28806
                                                                                     Toll Free: 877-862-5050
          CONTACT:                                                           
Info@flsenergy.com
          Michael Newcomb                                                
www.flsenergy.com
          614-425-3334      
          
mikednewcomb@aol.com                                        CONTACT:  
                                                                                     Michael Shore
                                                                         

Comments:  "FLS Energy is a solar energy generation company.  Our mission is to establish solar as a mainstream technology.  FLS Energy provides engineering, planning, design, technology, installation and financing solutions to provide our clients a hedge against rising energy costs and a clean source of energy.  We empower clients to identify and implement holistic and sustainable strategies to improve their bottom line and enhance the environment.  With over 100 years of combined clean energy and corporate sustainability experience, the FLS Energy team provides creative solutions to meet our client's sustainability goals. 

FLS Energy has the capacity to install a range of solar energy systems from small commercial solar hot water and photovoltaic applications to utility scale solar farms.  We provide complete in-house system design and engineering.  Our systems are turn-key and are implemented by our designers, installers and project managers to insure every client receives the same level of quality the market has come to expect form FLS Energy.  See our portfolio of projects at http://www.flsenergy.com/."


HOME ENERGY, LLC

  • Type: Design, sales, installation, service and dealer

  • Products Available: Design, installation and service for residential, commercial, educational and non-profit organizations
            -Solar Electric - Grid-tie, Off-grid, Net Metering, Mobile and Remote
            -Solar Thermal - Water and Air Heating
            -Wind Generator Systems
            -Back-up Generators
            -Batteries and Battery Chargers
            -Inverters
            -System Display and Monitoring Controls
            -Complete Balance of System Components
            -RV and Marine Power Supply 

  • Dealerships: Kyocera, Sanyo, Schott, Sharp and other solar photovoltaic panels; Uni-Solar Laminate Solar Panels; Bergey, Kestrel, Evance Iskra and Southwest Windpower wind turbines; Outback Power Systems Midwest warehouse; SMA-America and Cotek inverters; Trojan, Surrette Rolls, Solar-One and Sun-Xtender batteries; Apricus, Rheem, SUN Equinox and Quietside Solar thermal systems; OutBack Power Systems, Midnite Solar, Sunny Boy, Wattsun and more BOS

  • Services:  System Design, Sales, Installation and Service for residential, commercial, educational and non-profit organizations by experienced and licensed professionals with NABCEP certification and Master Electrician


    CONTACT:

    Leon Bontrager                           
    NABCEP Certified PV Installer
    1013 Elroy Drive                       
    Middlebury, Indiana 46540
    Phone:574-825-4800
    Email: leonb@homeenergyllc.com
    Website:www.homeenergyllc.com

Comments:  "Home Energy specializes in solar electric and wind systems - grid-tie or off-grid - solar thermal systems, and battery back-up systems utilizing power inverters. We are a full service renewable energy contractor specializing in education, sales, installation and service.  Whether you are just beginning or you know exactly what you want, we can help! We carry an extensive line of Renewable Energy products. Our team includes professionals experienced and licensed in designing, installing and servicing Renewable Energy systems. We provide technical expertise with unmatched customer service." 

 
ICON SOLAR POWER, LLC

  • Type: Retailer, Service Provider, Contractor, Consultant
  • Products Available: Solar Electric (grid-tie, net metering), Solar Attic Fans, Solar Tubular lighting systems, “Green Switch” power savers, compact fluorescent lights, web based real time panel monitoring.
  • Dealerships: Green Switch, Suntech, Enphase Energy, Sanyo, Sharp, Sunnyboy
  • Services:  Available for residential, commercial & non-profit clients, Design, Installation, Sales, Feasibility Assessments
            -PV grid interactive systems
            -Technical Assistance/Advice
            -Maintenance/Servicing
            -Energy Use and Efficiency Assessment
            -Site Analysis
            -Renewable Energy System Design
            -Education/Training
            -Architectural Design
  • Memberships: Green Energy Ohio, American Solar Energy Society
  • Installers: NABCEP Certified Installer on staff, IBEW Union Electrician, Professional Roofer

Cincinnati Ohio Office:                                        Northern Kentucky Office:

          620 Rust Lane                                                       724 St. Matthews

          Cincinnati, Oh 45244                                              Taylor Mill, KY 41015

          513-396-7777                                                         859-743-2820

          www.iconsolarpower.com                                   

          zach@iconsolarpower.com

 

          CONTACT:                                                       

          Zach Wieber                                                         

         Operations Manager
          
zach@iconsolarpower.com


 
MARINER ENERGY SYSTEMS, LLC

  • Type:  Consultant, Installer, Service  Provider,  Dealer,  Contractor

  • Services:   Design, Consulting, Project  Management,  Installation,  Feasibility Assessments

  • Products: Complete  Solar  PV/ Wind / Hybrid   Systems  for  both  ON & OFF Grid, with or without  battery back-up  for  both  residential  and  commercial applications.

CONTACT:

Carl Scheutzow,                                         1487 Jefferson  Ave

NABCEP Certified Solar Installer                  Brunswick, Ohio  44212

NJATC Certified Solar Installer                      Phone:   330-273-3391
IBEW Certified Electrician, 22+ years           Cell:  216-375-6307

                                                                 Email: marinerenergy@adelphia.net 

   

MELINK RENEWABLE SOLUTIONS

  • Type:  Full-service distributor and integrator of renewable energy systems for commercial customers

  • Products Available:
            -Small pre-engineered, ground-mounted solar PV systems up to 10 kW (Melink)
            -Large custom-designed, ground or roof-mounted solar PV systems up to 1 MW (Abound)
            -Small low-wind 3-bladed turbine rated up to 6.5 kW for corporations & institutions (Tozzi)
            -Small low-wind 2-bladed turbine rated up to 11 kW for small businesses and farms (Gaia)
            -Integrated solar and wind power systems

     
  • Services:  Design, installation, maintenance, monitoring, financing, and distribution. 

          CONTACT:
          Jeremy Chapman or Dave Boezi
          Melink Corporation
          5140 River Valley Road
          Milford, OH 45150
          (513) 965-7300
          mail@melinkcorp.com
          www.melinkcorp.com
 

Comments: "Melink has been in business since 1987 and is a recognized pioneer and leader in green buildings.  Our headquarters was the first LEED Gold Certified - New Construction building in Ohio in 2006; and since then it has been LEED Platinum Certified - Existed Building and awarded an Energy Star 97 rating.  We are on track to achieve net zero energy by 2010.  Melink differentiates itself by: 1) Taking a holistic approach toward energy conservation, energy-efficiency, and renewable energy; 2) Serving as a distributor of solar and wind power systems that offer superior performance and value; and
3) Developing power purchase agreements (PPAs) that allow both for-profit and non-profit entities to benefit from renewable energy systems with little or no upfront investment." 

 

PATRICK SHERWIN

  • Type: Freelance Consultant

  • Products Available: Solar PV Solar Thermal Systems

  • Services: Design, Project Management, Honest Evaluation

  • NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer

CONTACT:
Patrick Sherwin
2146 Spinningwheel Ln.
Cincinnati, OH 45244
513-709-2519
patricksherwin@gmail.com

Comments: "Designer, LEED AP, NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer, Project Manager.  Started working with solar energy in 2001 and has been engaged ever since. Maintains a diverse background in construction, science, engineering, sales and marketing, and integration of renewables. Work experience includes significant leadership roles in many levels of the renewable energy industry and movement."

 

REpower SOLUTIONS for solar and wind electric systems for home and business
     - Home energy audits and ratings for existing homes and new construction
     - Energy audits for small commercial buildings

  • Type: Dealer, Installer, Trainer, Contractor, Consultant

  • Products: Solar PV and Wind systems and components for off grid and grid interactive applications

  • Services:
        - Design, Installation, Sales, Service, Technical Assistance
        - Workshops & Training

          CONTACT:
            Erika M. Weliczko
            Ohio Electrical License #44844
            NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer TM*
            Certified Home Energy Rater
            P.O. Box 91992
            Cleveland, OH 44101
            (cell) 216-402-4458
            (fax) 216-803-6739
            erika@repowersolutions.com 
            www.repowersolutions.com
 

 

 

SOLAR ENERGY SOLUTIONS, LLC 

  • Type Full Service Design, Installation, and Engineering

  • Products Available:  PV (including commercial and utility scale), Solar Hot Water
     
  • Services: Design, Installation, and Service Provider
        - PV
        - Solar Hot Water
        - System Design/Site Analysis
        - Maintenance/Servicing
        - Technical Assistance  
     
  • Two NABCEP Certified Photovolatic Installers; NABCEP Certified Solar Thermal Installer 

          CONTACT:
          Matt Partymiller
          832 Nandino Blvd
          Lexington, KY 40511
          859-312-7456
          matt@sesre.com
          www.solar-energy-solutions.com

Comments: "An experienced installation firm offering quality installations, NABCEP certified installers on-site, and   premium photovoltaic and solar hot water equipment."



SOLARIS BLACKSTONE
 
      ·         Type: Dealer, Contractor, Consultant, Installer
 
      ·         Products Available: Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Wind Power, Plumbing, Hydronics, Engineering
 

      ·         Dealerships: AEE Solar Dealer

        ·        
Services: Solar and Wind Products, Service and Training


            CONTACT:
            Steve Drago
            NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer TM*
            Solaris Blackstone
            1775 Meloy Road
            Kent, Ohio 44240
            330-221-2580
            Fax:  330-247-3988
            sdrago@solarisblackstone.com
            www.solarisblackstone.com

 

Comments: "Specializing in Grid Interactive Solar PV and serving NE Ohio in new construction, residential and commercial applications.   Solaris Blackstone Energy, LLC was  founded in 2007 on 20+ years experience in engineering, plumbing, hydronics, and contracting in NE  Ohio.   Solaris Blackstone employs a NABCEP Certified PV Installer, an OCILB Licensed Plumber, and contracts Ohio Licensed Electricians."

 

SUNROCK SOLAR, LLC

      ·         Type: Consultant, Installer, Service Provider, Dealer, Contractor

      ·         Services: Design, Consulting, Project Management, Installation

      ·         Products: Direct Grid Tie Solar PV and Solar Hot Water Heating Systems for residential and

                 commercial applications.

            
CONTACT:
            Carl Adams,

            NABCEP Certified Solar Installer

            11311 Foremark Drive,

            Cincinnati, OH 45241
            
info@sunrocksolar.com

  www.sunrocksolar.com


Comments: " SunRock Solar was founded based on the idea that renewable energy systems represent a viable and sustainable future for our communities. There is a limitless supply of sun, wind, and water energy available to us. Harnessing these resources to generate the power we need for our homes and businesses without polluting our environment is a sensible way forward for our energy future."

 

 



THIRD SUN SOLAR AND WIND POWER

  • Type: Commercial and Residential Renewable Energy Contractor, System Designer, Integrator, Installer, and Retailer
  •  Products Available:  Complete design and installation services for:   
    • Solar (PV) Power systems
    • Wind Power systems
    • Wind-Solar Hybrid systems
    • Solar Hot Water
    • On-grid and off-grid systems 
    • All other RE components available including batteries, inverters, power controllers, metering, etc. 
        
     
  • Dealerships:

    • Sunpower Corporation
    • Shuco Corp.
    • Bergey Wind Power (factory trained dealer)
    • All major PV equipment manufacturers (BP, Shell, Evergreen, Sharp, SMA, Trace/Xantrex, Outback, etc.)
       
  • Services: Design, Sales and Installation for residential, commercial and institutional customers. Total systems installed through 2007:

    • PV - 139

    • Wind - 34

    • Hybrid - 17 (solar and wind combined)

    • Solar Thermal (hot water) - 10

    • Full RE system design services

    • Fully insured and bonded
       

  •  Two NABCEP Certified PV Installers (Geoff Greenfield and Ben Appleby)

     

    • Two GLREA Certified PV Systems Integrator/Installers (Geoff Greenfield and Tim Dunning)
    • Licensed Electrician 
       
    • Electrical Engineers on staff 

Comments:  "Clean Energy, Expertly Installed.  Third Sun is the region's leading clean energy installer. Third Sun is a full-service and experienced renewable energy partner, provideing renewable energy solutions that work, whether for your commercial project or your home.  We draw on our technical knowledge and vast field experience to design and install the best system for each customer.  We are committed to excellent service and have a professional and friendly office and field staff that help you through every step of the design and installation of your solar or wind system.  We have electrical engineers, licensed electricians and nationally certified designers and installers on staff.  See what our customers have said about us at our website, http://www.third-sun.com/aboutus.html#testimonials" 

CONTACT:
340 West State St.

Unit 25

Athens, OH  45701

740-597-3111 phone

740-597-1548 fax

www.third-sun.com

info@third-sun.com

 

Contact: info@third-sun.com

Geoff Greenfield, Owner and President

NABCEP Certified PV Installer

GLREA Certified PV Systems Integrator/Installer



Other Identified Renewable Energy Installers 

NORTHEAST OHIO

 

AZURE ENERGY, LLC

  • Type: Wind Energy Consulting, Design, Engineering, Installation, Contracting, Repair, and Service

  • Products Available: New and Rebuilt Wind Turbines 100 kW up to 3 MW, Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA), IEEE 1547/UL 1741 Protective Relay Packages
     
  • Services: Wind Analysis, Siting, Permitting, Zoning, Community Outreach, Turbine Selection, Foundation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Contracting, Installation, Erection, Commissioning, and Maintenance Services

  • Memberships: AEE, EASA, Ohio Licensed Electrical Contractor, ANS, ASMI, Order of the Engineer


CONTACT:
Lorry Wagner, Ph.D.
4126 St. Clair Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44103
216-361-4250 x 101
lorry@phillipselectric.com

Comments: "We have been in the energy business since 1980 when we provided support for the Perry Nuclear Power Plant.  Since then we have worked on numerous projects from energy storage, hydroelectric, solar, and wind.  Our first wind project was the complete project management of the 225 kW Vestas V27 at the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland, Ohio.  Our team performed the siting analysis, geotechnical analysis,
foundation design, ODNR permitting, FAA approval, zoning approval, electrical design, foundation installation, electrical installation, erection, and commissioning.  Since then, we have secured other projects totaling over 5 MW.  Our goal is to bring the project home on time and exceed your expectations.

BRANDYWINE CONSTRUCTION, LLC / CASTLE ENERGY SERVICE

  • Type: Distubutor/Installer

  • Products Available: Wind Energy Systems

  • Services: Sales and Installation of Residential and Commercial Wind Energy Systems 
     
     

CONTACT: 
David Walters
7679 Brandywine Rd.
Boston Hts, OH
440-390-1340
dlwalters@castleohio.com

EXPEDITE RENEWABLE 
ENERGY

  • Type: Residential and Commercial Consulting and Installation of Solar and Wind from Start to Finish

  • Products Available: Solar Electric, Solar Hot Water, Wind Power Systems

  • Services: Consulting and Installation

     
     
CONTACT:
Stefanie Penn Spear
5 Skyline Dr.
Chagrin FallsOH 44022

216-387-1609
spear@ExpediteRenewableEnergy.com

Comments: "Expedite Renewable Energy (ERE) is your one-stop-shop to assess current electricity usage, strategize the best onsite renewable energy project(s) and implement your project from start to finish. ERE's assessment/feasibility report provides a complete return on invest and identifies the best project(s) for your site.  We work with your local government on zoning, apply for all applicable grants, project manage the installation of your renewable energy project and assist in creating a maintenance plan for the life of the project."


 

LAKE ERIE ELECTRIC
RENEWABLE
ENERGY SOLUTIONS

  • Type: Electrical Contractors and Engineers

  • Products Available: Any size solar or wind
    power system for both commercial and residential customers along with other energy savings options.

  • Services: Consulting, education/training,
    system payback analysis, grant and interconnection application assistance, building integration and system design, professional engineering, installation, commissioning and extended service, maintenance and monitoring contracts.  Professional Engineers and LEED Accredited Professionals on staff.
     
     
     
  •  Offices:  Cleveland (headquarters), Akron, Mansfield, Dayton, affiliated offices in Lorain, Sandusky, Toledo and Detroit, MI.
     

CONTACT:
Tom Whitby, PE
25730 First St.
Westlake, OH 44145
(440) 835-5565
twhitby@leeinc.com
www.leeinc.com

Comments: "Lake Erie Electric was founded in 1952
and has since been committed to providing electrical  construction services that strive to exceed customer expectations.  We are consistently ranked in the ENR 
top 50 for electrical contractors nationwide with over $100,000,000.00 in annual sales.  Renewable  Energy Solutions is a group of Lake Erie Electric and was created to provide innovative energy options using renewable energy sources such as the sun and wind 
to power businesses and homes throughout the Midwest.  We provide turnkey solar and wind power solutions as well as other energy savings options." 
    

LTI POWER SYSTEMS
 
CONTACT:
108000 Middle Ave., Bldg B
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 327-5050
sales@ltipowersystems.com
www.ltipowersystems.com


RENEWABLE ALTERNATIVES ENERGY INTERNATIONAL, INC.


CONTACT:

Qadwi Bey
6802 Carnegie Ave. #4
Cleveland, OH 44103
216-431-0200
raenergyint@earthlink.net

THE RENAISSANCE GROUP
An appropriate technology consulting think-tank

CONTACT
:
AAron Godwin, Founder
10299 Longview Drive
Kirtland, Ohio 44094

Phone: (216) 832-1931
Email: AAron@ConserveFirst.com 

WIND TURBINES OF OHIO, LLC


CONTACT
:
Greg Courtney
981 East State St.
Alliance, OH 44601
(330) 502-1250
gacourtney@sbcglobal.net
www.windturbinesofohio.com

 

   


 

NORTHWEST OHIOfd


BIO-GAS TECHNOLOGIES

Bio-Gas Technologies is an experienced builder, having built many types of power stations around the world. Builder of one of the first landfill gas-to-energy systems in the United States and one of the first Coal Mine Methane systems, we build and find solutions for both private industries and public entities.

 



CONTACT:

John Gaydos
1 Continental Way
Norwalk, OH 44857

(419) 663-8000
jgaydos@biogastech.com
www.BioGasTech.com

CUSTOM AGRI SYSTEMS

  • Type:  Full Service Design, Installation, Full Service Electrical Contractor, Specialize in Farming Applicaton
  • Products Available:  PV & Wind Power Systems (Commercial and Residential)
     
  • Services: Design, Installation of Renewable Energy Systems
            -Full Service Electrical Contractor for 
             all
     your electrical needs
            -Rebuild and Rewind Electrical Motors
            -Specialize in Farming Application



CONTACT:

Barry Ranzau
255 County Road R
Napoleon, OH 43545
419-599-5180
customag@bright.net

Comments: "Our Company has been family owned
and operated by Richard Jr. and Esther Storch
since 1982.  We have five locations; Napoleon,
Upper Sandusky, Attica, Ohio & Coldwater, Michagan
and our Indianna branch called Yagel Grain Systems located in Columbia City.  Our business primarily deals in agriculture.  We specialize on Renewable Energy on Farms, we are also able to install wind turbines very cost effective for our customers."

 


NORTHCOAST WIND AND POWER, LLC

  • Services: Utility grade wind power and generation facilities      
     


CONTACT:   
Linda Woods 
PO Box 298
Port Clinton, OH 43452  
(419) 341-7479
controller@northcoastwindandpower.com     

STARK'S INC./GREEN BY DESIGN
Green by Design is a division of Stark's Inc. that specializes in alternative energy and green construction.  Green by Design is an authorized dealer and installer for wind turbines from Southwest Windpower, Bergey, Helix and Swift.  Contact us to learn more about options in wind energy and green building for your home, business, and school.  

CONTACT:
19551 N. Dixie Highway
Bowling Green, OH 43402
877-636-3366
info@starksinc.com
www.starksinc.com



 

 

CENTRAL OHIO



ORIGINAL SOURCE ENERGY CO. LTD.

  • Type: Design, Sales, Installation, Dealer

  • Products Available: Solar Electric,
    Wind Power Systems

  • Services: Design, Installation, Consulting,
    Optimize Business Opportunities

CONTACT:
Alan E. Amstutz
6760 Willow Grove Pl. E.
Dublin, OH 43017

614-791-9933
alan@originalsourceenergy.com

SOLARWIND TEK

 

 
CONTACT:
Eric Sisco
London, OH
Phone: 740.837.0649
Email: esisco@solarwindtek.com
www.solarwindtek.com
 


TIPPING POINT RENEWABLE ENERGY

  • Type: Commercial and Residential Renewable
    Energy Contractor, System Designer, Integrator, Installer, Financing

     
  • Products Available: Solar Electric, Solar Thermal, Efficiency Services

  • Services: Design, Consulting, Project Management, Installation, Feasibiliby Assessments, Special Improvement District Creation

  • Memberships: Member of U.S. Green Building
    Council, American Solar Energy Society, Ohio Business Council for a Clean Energy Economy

CONTACT:
Eric Zimmer
2420 Farleigh Rd.
Columbus, OH 43221
614-395-5121
eric.zimmer@tipenergy.com
www.tipenergy.com

Comments: "Tipping Point Renewable Energy is a turnkey solar and energy efficiency solutions provider.  We provide a low cost, high quality model that focuses on customer Return on Investment and financing.  Another key area of our business is working with communities to create local jobs and wealth through energy projects."

 

 



 SOUTHWEST OHIO


BLUE CHIP SOLAR AND WIND


 

CONTACT:
Perry Leitner
10939-A Reed Hartman Highway
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Phone: 513.351.9463
Email: perry@BCSandW.com

 
 

C.N.E. SERVICES, LLC

·         Type: Distributor, Retailer, Dealer, & Service Provider

·         Products Available: GE, BP and Suntech manufactured Solar Panels, South West Wind Power Wind Mills, Solar Thermal Hot Water Heaters, Solar Attic Fans, Solar Lighting

·         Services: Installation, maintenance, energy audits, technical assistance, complete turnkey systems, consulting, lighting

Electrical License     Ohio # 44937   
                               
Kentucky # ME7423
 

CONTACT:
Eric Buescher, President
5765 Sovereign Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45241

Ph: 513-836-7168
ebuescher.cne@gmail.com
C.N.E. Services, LLC
5765 Sovereign Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Ph: 513-551-3916
cneservices@yahoo.com
www.cneservicesllc.com

 

ENTROPY, INC.

  •  Type: Retailer, Design, Build

  • Products Available: Solar Electric and Active Solar (Air and Liquid) Heating Equipment, Radiant Heating Systems, Wood and High Efficiency Gas and Oil Boilers

  • Services: Design, Installation and Maintenance. Residential and Commerical.





CONTACT:
Randy Sizemore
8927 Blossom Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Phone: 513.891.7620
Email: entran07@aol.com

Comments: "Getting involved from the very beginning stages allows us to offer more options and better integration of them into a project. Co-winner of the "1998 Ohio Governor's Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Education."


 

INSPIRAMENTAL CO.
  •  Type: Design & Installation

  • Services: Solar Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal Water Heating, and Other Renewable Energy Solutions

  • Commitments: Communication, Continued Education, Energy Efficiency, Professional, Durable, and Aesthetic Design of all system Components

  • Experience: 20 Years in Construction, Electrical, Plumbing, Excavating

 

CONTACT:
Sam Garber
Dayton, OH
Phone: 937.239.3895
Email:
sam@inspiramental.com

Contractors Licenses: State of Ohio Master Plumbing 10 + yrs, Vectren Gas Service Line Installer, NFPA 24 Fire Service Main Installer

RE Education:  Solar Energy International, PV Design and Installation


JAMES GROEBER

  • Type: Residential Design, Installation, Service and Repair

  • Products Available: Solar PV Systems, Grid Tie, Stand Alone and Grid Tie with Battery Backup

  • Services: Complete system design, Site analysis, Cost benefit and Installation

    Ohio Electrical License #31172


     
  • Memberships: Green Energy Ohio, Electrical Contractors Assoc. of Clark County, and The Building Industry Assoc. of Clark County

  • Awards: 2004 Governors Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency for the Joint Vocational School construction trailer solar system
CONTACT:
James Groeber
132 Englewood Rd.
Springfield, OH 45504
937-244-1402
jgroeber@aol.com
 

 



PENNSYLVANIA

APPALACHIAN WIND SYSTEMS, LLC

  •  Type: Distributor, Retailer, Dealer, & Service Provider

  • Products Available: Toko Asia wind turbines, Synergy wind turbines, Trace products, Trojan batteries, Photowatt solar panels, Sun Frost refrigerators, Staber washers.

  •  Services: Installation, maintenance, meteorological towers & wind studies, energy audits, technical assistance, complete turnkey systems, advice
    -PV: 15 (Systems sizes 1kW ? 8.6kW)
    -Wind: 12
    -Meterological Towers: 17 (ranging from 20 meters to 50 meters)

CONTACT:
James Wassel, President
264 Lindsay Road
Zelienople, PA 16063
Ph: 724-452-0326 Fax: 724-452-3872
aws@fyi.net

Comments: Appalachian Wind Systems, LLC has been in business for the past 4.5 years providing quality service and expert advice for renewable energy solutions for the home, farm, and commercial businesses.

 

*Inclusion on this list does not indicate an endorsement by Green Energy Ohio.*

 

 

 


 

[i] Certified installers have been designated as such by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP www.nabcep.org) and the Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association (GLREA www.glrea.org) where they have completed all testing and work experience as required by NABCEP & GLREA for certification.  For more about certification requirements, please visit the GEO website at www.greenenergyohio.org.

For a PDF version of this list, click HERE.

To see a list of national manufacturers of renewable energy products, click HERE

This list updated on January 25, 2010.