Grid Alternatives

Makes clean, affordable solar power accessible to low‑income communities and builds solar jobs.

729 employees

3 open positions

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Installation Solar Power Systems

Job Training

Low-Cost Technical Assistance

Clean Mobility

Battery Storage Incentive Programs

Community-Powered Solutions

Residential Solar

Solar-plus-storage

Green-tech Economy Workforce Development

About Grid Alternatives

Launched during California’s energy crisis in 2001 by two engineers who believed solar electricity should be available to all.

Became California’s SASH program manager in 2008.

Expanded regionally across California, into Colorado, and launched mid

Atlantic operations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia by 2014.

Now the largest nonprofit solar installer in the U.S., delivering projects for families, multifamily, and community solar installations.

Develops solar

plus

storage microgrids and international energy access programs in Nicaragua, Nepal, and Mexico.

Oversees grants and public funding spanning hundreds of millions annually.

Led design or advocacy for low

income solar programs contributing over $1 billion in public solar investments.

Unique among nonprofits in combining solar deployment, technical assistance, community training, and policy leadership.

Culture & Values

Our mission is to build community‑powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

Our vision is a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Conflict of interest and whistleblower policies listed; document retention and board meeting minutes maintained.

Audit, oversight and transparency: Audit and oversight committee in place; full credit on financial statements.

Quick Info

Company Size729 employees

Open Positions3 jobs available

IndustriesInstallation Solar Power Systems, Job Training, Low-Cost Technical Assistance +6 more

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Key Highlights

$87+M Revenue2024 Revenue FigureGenerated over $87 million in revenue in 2024, reflecting significant growth and impact.

2B kWh GeneratedCumulative Energy OutputDelivered over 2 billion kilowatt-hours of clean energy through solar installations.

Million Tons CO₂ SavedCarbon ImpactPrevented over one million tons of carbon dioxide emissions through solar projects.

Tens of Thousands TrainedSolar Workforce DevelopmentEngaged tens of thousands of individuals in solar career training and development programs.

98% IndependentBoard IndependenceThe majority of board members are independent, ensuring diverse perspectives and reducing conflicts of interest.

49 Independent MembersBoard CompositionThe board is composed of 49 independent members, reflecting a strong emphasis on governance and accountability.

130 tons CO₂ eliminatedAnnual Carbon ReductionSolar installation at the San Fernando clinic reduces carbon emissions significantly.

20% industry growthSolar Industry ExpansionSolar trainees are connected to a rapidly growing industry, with annual growth rates of 20%.

4.3/5 RatingEmployee Satisfaction ScoreThe company earned a 4.3/5 rating on Glassdoor for Diversity & Inclusion, based on 48 anonymous employee reviews.

900+ SystemsSolar Access InitiativeInstalled over 900 residential solar systems through the National Tribal Solar Program, improving solar access for communities.

9 YearsYouth Development ProgramsWorkforce development includes paid internships and volunteer service learning across K–14 youth programs.

Open Positions

3 jobs available

Outreach CoordinatorCoordinate outreach to low‑income families for solar programs across Central Valley and tribal areas.

Experienced (8-12 years)

1 week ago

Construction Assistant (On-site)Assist with site visits, permits, design, and data entry for residential solar installations.

Los Angeles, CA