Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Solar Energy Solutions
Pivot Energy is a renewable energy provider and independent power producer dedicated to developing, financing, building, owning, and managing solar and energy storage projects. As a Certified B-Corporation, we prioritize purpose-driven development, ensuring our projects deliver measurable environmental and community benefits. Our expertise spans multi-product solar solutions, including onsite solar, offsite solutions, community solar, and energy storage, tailored to help businesses and municipalities meet decarbonization goals. We integrate land stewardship practices, such as agrivoltaics and pollinator habitat restoration, to preserve agricultural land while advancing clean energy. Our community impact initiatives focus on affordable energy access, workforce development, and local economic growth, supported by over $1.2 million in charitable investments.With 3.5 gigawatts of solar energy built or in development, we avoid nearly 2 million metric tons of carbon annually. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in renewable energy, legal strategy, finance, and operations, ensuring projects align with ESG principles. Recognized as Solar Power World's Top Solar Contractor in 2024, we combine technical expertise with ethical practices to deliver reliable, cost-effective energy solutions. Our partnerships with corporations like Microsoft and Walmart demonstrate our ability to scale impactful projects nationwide. We maintain transparency through annual ESG reporting and adhere to the highest standards of social and environmental accountability.
Services
Onsite Solar
Community Solar
Energy Storage
Agrivoltaics
Land Stewardship
Solar Development
Offsite Solutions
Community Impact Initiatives
Solar Leasing
Pollinator Habitat Restoration
Highlights and features
- We have developed or are developing 3.5 gigawatts of emission-free solar energy projects.
- Our agrivoltaics practices restore soil health and create pollinator habitats.
- We prioritize community benefits through $1.2 million+ in charitable investments.
- Certified B-Corporation committed to environmental, social, and governance excellence.
- Award-winning team with expertise in nationwide solar project deployment.
Associations and certifications
- B Corp
Services
Onsite Solar
Onsite solar installations reduce utility costs, lower Scope 2 emissions, and increase property value through customized solar arrays. Our systems integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, providing reliable renewable energy for businesses and institutions. Projects are designed to maximize energy production while adhering to environmental and community standards.
Community Solar
Community solar programs allow subscribers to access solar energy without rooftop installations, supporting local projects and reducing energy bills. Participants receive credits for their share of energy production, promoting equitable access to renewable power across residential and commercial sectors.
Energy Storage
Energy storage solutions manage costs, enhance grid resilience, and enable 24/7 renewable energy dispatch by pairing batteries with solar installations. Our systems optimize energy use during peak demand and provide backup power for critical operations.
Agrivoltaics
Agrivoltaics combines solar energy production with agricultural activities, preserving farmland through practices like sheep grazing and pollinator habitat creation beneath solar panels. This approach maintains land productivity while generating clean energy.
Land Stewardship
Land stewardship ensures responsible solar project siting, using native vegetation and partnerships with graziers to protect ecosystems. We prioritize soil health and biodiversity, transforming project sites into regenerative landscapes that benefit local communities.
People
Tom Hunt
Chief Executive Officer
Tom Hunt drives revenue growth and project deployment at Pivot Energy, leveraging his leadership in community solar and role as Board Chair for the Coalition for Community Solar Access.
Jackie Murphy
Chief Legal Officer, ESG Officer
Jackie Murphy leads legal strategy and ESG initiatives, applying her expertise in market policies and sustainable business practices to navigate complex transactions.
Bret Labadie
Chief Financial Officer
Bret Labadie oversees financial strategy and capital market activities, guiding Pivot Energy's strategic and financial growth in renewable energy projects.
Brit Gibson
Chief Operating Officer
Brit Gibson ensures operational excellence and strategic execution, bringing extensive experience in energy technology and program implementation to Pivot Energy's projects.
Jon Fitzpatrick
Chief Development Officer
Jon Fitzpatrick manages project development, permitting, and financing, with a track record of delivering over 150 MW of distributed solar projects nationwide.
Questions
What solar solutions does Pivot Energy offer?
We provide onsite solar, community solar, offsite solutions, energy storage, and agrivoltaics tailored to business and municipal needs.
How does Pivot Energy support community impact?
We invest in local organizations, fund energy bill assistance, and create workforce pathways into the solar industry.
Are Pivot Energy's projects environmentally sustainable?
Yes, we use land stewardship practices like pollinator habitat restoration and dual-use agriculture to preserve ecosystems.
Can landowners lease property for solar development?
Yes, we offer land leases with stable revenue streams while maintaining agricultural land character.
Is financing available for solar projects?
We provide flexible financial structures and partnerships to support project funding.
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