ASHEVILLE, NC – With renewable energy expected to be the fastest growing source of U.S. electricity generation for at least the next two years, local solar installer Pine Gate Renewables is happy to be contributing to the country’s energy mix. Pine Gate has been recognized by magazine for its installation efforts, achieving a rank of 28 out of 415 solar companies on the magazine’s. Solar Power World 2019 Top Solar Contractors list
The Top Solar Contractors list is developed by Solar Power World to recognize the work completed by solar contractors across the United States. Produced annually, the Top Solar Contractors list celebrates the achievements of U.S. solar developers, subcontractors and installers within the utility, commercial and residential markets, and ranks contractors by kilowatts installed in the previous year.
“Solar Power World enjoys assembling the Top Solar Contractors list each year, and our 2019 edition features hundreds of companies making big impacts in local energy markets,” said Kelly Pickerel, editor in chief of Solar Power World. “Solar power is becoming competitive with traditional electricity sources in more markets, and cities and states are demanding more renewable energy options. It’s a great time to be a solar installer, and we’re happy to highlight the best installation companies in the country on our list.”
Pine Gate Renewables employs 72 workers who installed 86,713.7 kilowatts of solar power in 2018. Since its founding in 2014, the company has installed 218,500 kilowatts of solar. The company develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar farms across the U.S. The team specializes in project siting, development, financing, construction, and operation.
“Pine Gate is delighted to make the list of Top Solar Contractors,” said Chris Dunbar, Chief Construction Officer at Pine Gate Renewables. “Our experienced team of engineering and construction professionals are dedicated to delivering projects that meet the highest quality standards at industry low costs. We look forward to moving up the list in the future.”