Stellar Solar is a leading San Diego County-based residential and commercial solar photovoltaic design and installation company with ten years of experience and 500+ San Diego County residential installations. Their commercial projects can be found throughout the state of California and range in size from 30mW to 1KW.
Stellar Solar Completing 125kW Installation at San Rafael Parish
The system spans four buildings on campus and will offset 75% of the parish electric bill, marking another San Diego County faith-based organization saving precious funds with solar SAN DIEGO, July 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 has completed nearly all of a planned 125.5kW installation […]
Stellar Solar's $2.99 per Watt Solar Breaks the $3.00 Threshold – Bringing Solar Power to the Masses
This historic pricing combined with 2.49% financing and 30 day installation will enable more homeowners than ever to afford solar, have it installed quickly and drastically reduce their return on investment SAN DIEGO, June 24, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 is now offering residential solar at […]
Net Energy Metering 2.0: The Upcoming Changes For Solar
CPUC has spoken: Changes are minimal; solar is still a great investment! SAN DIEGO, May 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — For the past year or so, San Diego homeowners have been hearing about changes in solar rules being sought by the utilities that would possibly make solar less economical. While it's true that "Net Metering 1.0" will […]
Stellar Solar Co-Founder Michael Powers Sees Rising Clout of the Energy "Pro-Sumer"
His recent speaking engagement hosted by the San Diego Renewable Energy Society and Global Energy Network Institute (GENI) highlighted the roles of Community Solar, Community Choice Energy, Peer-to-Peer Solar and the Expansion of Regional and Global Energy Grids could play in meeting future energy needs. SAN DIEGO, May 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The next 10 […]
Stellar Solar Named Growing Business of the Year from Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
This award recognizes the dramatic growth achieved by Stellar Solar in 2015 further solidifying their status as one of San Diego's premier residential and commercial solar providers SAN DIEGO, April 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 has won the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Growing Business […]
Stellar Solar Continues to Expand Sales Team With Three Key Hires
The addition of Connor Smith, Tom Woods, and Tai Navares from national competitors to locally owned and operated Stellar Solar is another signal towards a shift in homeowner preferences towards low-pressure sales and solar ownership SAN DIEGO, Dec. 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 and winner […]
Stellar Solar Voted Best Solar Panel Company in San Diego – Again
This significant achievement marks the third year in a row and fourth time in the past five years they have won the award, further solidifying their status as the preferred solar provider for San Diego home and business owners SAN DIEGO, Aug. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers […]
Stellar Solar founding partner Michael Powers to join with other clean energy leaders in forum on how to achieve 100% clean energy, create jobs, and increase public participation in shaping a clean energy future. SAN DIEGO, July 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of San Diego's leading residential and commercial solar installers since 1998 […]
Stellar Solar Commercial Business is Off to a Hot Start in 2015
The announcement of five new commercial projects in Q1 plus a strong pipeline bode well for a strong year of commercial sales for San Diego's best solar company SAN DIEGO, April 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of San Diego's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 announced several new commercial solar projects, including: Advanced […]
Stellar Solar Launches Innovative Regional YouTube and Television Campaign
The innovative videos highlight the 1.99% Financing, 30 Day Installation Guarantee, and the Stellar Solar Best Of San Diego status SAN DIEGO, Oct. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 has produced a series of commercials to be aired on CNN, ESPN, Fox News and YouTube […]
Stellar Solar is Spreading the Solar Word to Churches, Synagogues & Other Spiritual Communities
Founding Partner Michael Powers' educational presentations to these organizations on the incentives and financing for non-profit institutions has helped several of them to deploy solar and cut energy costs significantly SAN DIEGO, Oct. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 has installed systems on several faith-based […]
Stellar Solar Voted Best Solar Panel Company in San Diego Again
This significant achievement marks the third time in the past four years they have won the award, further solidifying their status as the favorite solar provider for San Diego home and business owners SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 has won […]
Stellar Solar to Power San Diego Harley-Davidson Project LiveWire Electric Motorcycle Event
Their Mobile Solar Station will be powering the festivities around this historic event being held July 24-26 at San Diego Harley-Davidson's new Morena Boulevard location. SAN DIEGO, July 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 is teaming up with San Diego Harley-Davidson to present the […]
Carlsbad Family Donates 8.9 kW Solar PV System to Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
Peder and Julie Norby team up with Stellar Solar to meet 45% of the Foundation's Discovery Center energy needs and provide an educational opportunity for visitors SAN DIEGO, May 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Carlsbad residents and Stellar Solar customers Peder and Julie Norby have provided the gift of renewable energy to the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation in the […]
The event will feature the latest electric cars, trucks and motorcycles plus a presentation by County Planning Commissioner Peder Norby on his zero-net-energy home. SAN DIEGO, April 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 is hosting their annual "Celebration of Solar" Dinner & Open House at […]
Stellar Solar Recognizes Dave Gersz for Joining the $10 Million Club
SAN DIEGO, March 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar installers since 1998 is pleased to announce that Dave Gersz has surpassed the $10 million mark in sales. This is a particularly impressive milestone for a Solar Specialist given that half of Dave's sales occurred in the past 2 of his […]
Stellar Solar Selected as an Authorized Hero Solar Installer
Solar Financing Though Property Taxes Now Available in Select San Diego County Cities Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Lemon Grove are on board SAN DIEGO, Feb. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998 has been authorized as a solar installer for the HERO program that was launched February […]
The 290-panel system will meet over 80% of their energy production needs SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998 was selected by the First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego to design and install a 73kW solar system. Stellar Solar was selected after a very […]
His session on creating an Integrated Marketing Plan for Residential Solar Installers is based on nine years of solar industry experience across the U.S. SAN DIEGO, Oct. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, is proud to announce their Director of Marketing and Business Development David Boylan […]
Stellar Solar Wins Best Solar Company in 2013 UT San Diego Readers Poll
The award marks the second time in three years they have been the top vote getter in the solar category SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, is proud to announce their selection as best solar company in San Diego County in the annual […]
Stellar Solar Expands Sales Team with Addition of Mark Mihelich
Strategic hire to bolster sales force and maintain high level of service to keep pace with Stellar Solar's explosive growth SAN DIEGO, Aug. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, is proud to announce the addition of seasoned sales professional Mark Mihelich to their sales team. […]
Stellar Solar Mobile Solar Station to Power 3 Events in June
Encinitas Environment Day, KPRi Green Flash Concert, Summer Fun on the 101 to be powered by solar SAN DIEGO, June 4, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, is kicking off their summer event season by powering three high profile events with their Mobile Solar Station (MSS). […]
Stellar Solar Activates 285kW Cedars-Sinai Solar Installation
Solar carport is part of new Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, added to their impressive resume of high profile commercial projects with the recent activation of a solar carport system that is part of Cedars-Sinai's new Advanced […]
Stellar Solar Celebrates 15th Year With Launch of Game-Changing Residential Solar Loan
Their no-money-down, 12-year 2.99% solar loan will enable many more homeowners to go solar SAN DIEGO, March 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators is celebrating their 15th year in business by offering a revolutionary new solar loan that is expected to allow even more homeowners to […]
Stellar Solar Seeks to Ease Political Divide With Innovative Marketing Campaign
Media campaign features Stellar Solar Republican and Democrat executives who have put political differences aside to build a thriving solar company SAN DIEGO, May 8, 2012 — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators, has launched a unique marketing campaign that highlights the political differences of their top executives and the […]
Electric and hybrid car and motorcycle enthusiasts to gather March 27 from 6-8pm SAN DIEGO, March 23, 2012 — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators, is hosting San Diego's first event to bring together electric vehicles, hybrids, and electric motorcycles. The event will be held at their Clairemont showroom which […]
Stellar Solar Posts Record Year in 2011
Over 17,000 solar panels or the equivalent of 4 MW installed on residential and commercial projects in 2011, plus recognition as San Diego's Best Solar Company, and opening the area's first Solar Store, firmly establishes the company as San Diego's leading solar company SAN DIEGO, Dec. 30, 2011 — Several high-profile commercial solar projects, combined […]
San Diego Cardiac Center Declares Energy Independence With Stellar Solar
New 60kW system will offset a significant portion of electric bill for one of San Diego's leading cardiac prevention and treatment centers SAN DIEGO, Dec. 15, 2011 — The San Diego Cardiac Center recently installed a 252-panel, 60kW commercial solar system that was designed and installed by Stellar Solar. Stellar Solar was selected based on […]
Stellar Solar Store Grand Opening Wednesday, October 26
San Diego's first retail solar store hosting an open house to celebrate the occasion SAN DIEGO, Oct. 18, 2011 — Stellar Solar has announced the grand opening on of their new Stellar Solar Store, located at 4730 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, adjacent to SDG&E's new Energy Innovation Center. The open house will show off the first […]
Encinitas Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair Installs 46kW Solar System
October 12 Celebration of Solar Launch Event to Showcase the System SAN DIEGO, Oct. 6, 2011 — Join Encinitas Foreign & Domestic and Stellar Solar as they celebrate the launch of their 46kW solar system on Wednesday, October 12 from 5-8 p.m. The system is the latest in a long line of efforts to make […]
Stellar Solar Voted Best Solar Panel Company by The San Diego Union Tribune
The award is another highlight in a record year SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2011 — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, has been voted Best Solar Panel Company by The San Diego Union Tribune and its website, http://www.signonsandiego.com . The award comes in the middle of a record-breaking […]
Stellar Solar Activates 1.15 Megawatt U.S. Foodservice Installation
The project marks the halfway point in a projected 6 megawatts of solar installed in 2011 SAN DIEGO, July 28, 2011 — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998, continues on its pace to install an impressive 6 megawatts of combined commercial and residential solar in 2011. The U.S. […]
Stellar Solar Opening First Solar Store in San Diego County
First-of-its-kind Stellar Solar Store to feature a residential and commercial solar showcase and sustainable lifestyle products SAN DIEGO, July 12, 2011 — Stellar Solar has announced the August 2011 opening of their new Stellar Solar Store, located at 4730 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, adjacent to SDG&E's new Energy Innovation Center. This is the first retail, open-to-the-public solar store […]
Sammy's Woodfired Pizza and Stellar Solar Team Up to Bring Solar Power to the People
Solar seminar and dinner format to be held at Sammy's San Diego County locations starting in July SAN DIEGO, June 14, 2011 — Sammy's Woodfired Pizza has teamed up with Stellar Solar to host a series of free solar dinner seminars at their San Diego County locations. The dinner seminars are in keeping with Sammy's […]
Stellar Solar Leading by Example With Solar-Powered Electric Car
Solar system on co-founder's home powering his Nissan Leaf ENCINITAS, Calif., May 19, 2011 — Stellar Solar is walking the talk so to speak when it comes to practical, real-world applications of solar power. Co-founder and Vice President of Sales and Marketing Michael Powers recently took delivery of a new 2011 Nissan Leaf electric car […]
Stellar Solar Now Offering Industry Leading Solar Lease and Financing Options
Stellar Solar's SunPower Lease and Loan will accelerate the adoption of residential solar in San Diego County by eliminating up-front costs to go solar SAN DIEGO, April 19, 2011 — Stellar Solar, one of California's leading commercial solar and residential solar installers since 1998, is now offering a residential solar lease and solar financing for […]
Former NASCAR Pit Crewman Making an Impact in Solar Industry
Walt Virack's skills from 20 years working the pits for NASCAR, Indy, and Off-Road teams proving to be invaluable in his new role as operations manager at Stellar Solar SAN DIEGO, Feb. 17, 2011 — Life in the world of motorsports and top level racing relies on split second decisions, mechanical prowess, teamwork, extreme organization […]
Stellar Solar Starts 2011 Strong with 2.5 Megawatts of Q1 Commercial and Residential Installations
Projects for U.S. Foodservice, Salk Institute, and Vandenberg Air Force Base plus strong residential sales combine for best Q1 start in company history SAN DIEGO, Jan. 19, 2011 — Stellar Solar, one of California’s leading commercial and residential solar integrators since 1998 is off to the best first quarter start in their 12-year history. Solar […]
Stellar's Mobile Solar Station to power Purdy Farms Del Mar and Carlsbad locations ENCINITAS, Calif., Dec. 1, 2010 — Stellar Solar is providing its Mobile Solar Station to power two San Diego Purdy Farms Christmas Tree lots. The Mobile Solar Station will power the CFL lights on the perimeter of the lots and the electric […]
Seaside Market Installs Stunning Solar Array on Front Awning
The Stellar Solar system is the first solar installation on an Encinitas grocery store and was funded in part by a facade grant from Cardiff 101 MainStreet CARDIFF-BY-THE-SEA, Calif., Nov. 9, 2010 — Seaside Market, one of North County San Diego's thriving independent markets, has installed a 3.8kW system on their front awning to help […]
Stellar Solar Launches Military Discount Program
Significant discounts on solar offered to active and retired armed forces in San Diego County SAN DIEGO, Oct. 8, 2010 — Stellar Solar announced today the launch of their military discount program that offers up to $2,000 in savings on residential solar systems for both active and retired military personnel in San Diego County. The […]
San Diego-Based DiscounTechnology Goes Solar With Stellar Solar
Their 30 kW solar system, with another 30kW planned, is just a part of the progressive technology integrator's extensive green initiative at their completely overhauled Mission Valley headquarters SAN DIEGO, Sept. 30, 2010 — DiscounTechnology is pleased to announce the installation of a 30 kW solar electric system at their San Diego, California headquarters. Plans […]
Salk Institute Going Solar with Stellar Solar
One of the world's leading scientific research institutes is adding 500kW of rooftop solar, establishing environmental leadership while preserving landmark buildings SAN DIEGO, Sept. 23, 2010 — The Salk Institute of Biological Sciences has selected San Diego solar company Stellar Solar to design and install a new 500 kW rooftop solar electric system for its […]
Stellar Solar Along With Peder & Julie Norby Present a Stellar Solarbration
The solar event of the year takes place September 23, 2010 from 5-8 PM and will feature 2 solar seminars, sustainability tours of the solar-powered Norby Heron's House residence and vineyards, and complimentary cuisine from Annel & Drew's Kitchen SAN DIEGO, Sept. 9, 2010 — Stellar Solar along with Peder and Julie Norby are hosting […]
Stellar Solar Forms Strategic Alliance with U Grow Sustainable Landscapes
Alliance to Tap Synergies Between Solar and Sustainable Landscape Customers; Joint Marketing Campaign to Launch Effort SAN DIEGO, May 27, 2010 — Stellar Solar, a leading San Diego-based residential and commercial solar integrator, has announced a strategic alliance with U Grow Sustainable Landscapes, headquartered in Encinitas, California. The alliance will enable both companies to market […]
Stellar Solar Launches New Branding Campaign
New logo, website, and integrated marketing campaign to support their Power, Pure and Simple slogan. SAN DIEGO, Feb. 5, 2008 — Stellar Solar, a leading provider of solar power solutions today unveiled their new logo, tagline and website (http://www.stellarsolar.net), designed to better reflect their status as a premier provider of solar solutions to the residential […]
