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Community Solar, Onsite Solar, Businesses

Meet Remi Mignott, Director of Business Development,...

March 10, 2025

Introduction Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Remington “Remi” Mignott is the Director of Business Development, Rooftop Community Solar at Pivot Energy. He leads market expansion efforts, cultivates partnerships with commercial property owners, and...

Businesses, ESG

Planning and Budgeting for Your Company’s 2025 ESG...

February 28, 2025

As more companies commit to ambitious Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, the real challenge lies in execution. Setting high-level targets is the easy part—building a clear roadmap and equipping your organization with the necessary...

Onsite Solar, Businesses, Energy Storage

Unlock the Power of Solar + Storage to Boost Your...

February 12, 2025

After years of staying flat, U.S. electricity demand began to rise in 2024. Commercial energy consumption accounted for 60% of that growth. Many of these companies with growing energy use are aiming to cut their carbon emissions, reduce their...

News

Pivot Energy’s Year in Review

December 19, 2024

Pivot Energy has seen incredible growth throughout our organization this year, and we wanted to take a moment to celebrate all the accomplishments and team collaboration it took to get there. At Pivot, our mission is to fight climate change by...

Commercial Solar

For National Energy Awareness Month, Let’s Celebrate...

October 22, 2024

October is National Energy Awareness Month. First established in 1991, it’s a month in which the U.S. Department of Energy leads initiatives to highlight the importance of energy to our national prosperity, security, and environmental well-being....

Onsite Solar, Offsite Solutions

How Pivot Works With Client Sustainability Teams

October 10, 2024

Pivot Energy is, first and foremost, a solar developer—but we do more than just add megawatts of clean energy to the grid. We partner with clients to determine the best pathways to achieving their sustainability goals with clean energy procurement.

Community Solar, Onsite Solar, Offsite Solutions

Combining Pivot Energy’s Products to Tackle...

September 12, 2024

There is mounting pressure for corporations to decarbonize and become more sustainable. Investors are looking for companies committed to the planet's future health. According to a study by Morgan Stanley, 58 percent of investors are looking to...

Land Stewardship

How Pivot Energy Assists Its Partners With Water...

August 29, 2024

Water is fundamental for sustaining life on Earth. We use water for nearly every aspect of our daily lives – personal health and hygiene, farming, logistics, electricity, and beyond. Although water covers roughly 70 percent of the planet, only about...

News, ESG

Pivot’s 2023 ESG Report Highlights

June 25, 2024

At Pivot Energy, our robust Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework permeates every inch of our business and company culture – it’s an investment in who we are and contributes to our success as a leader in socially impactful and...

Businesses

Clean Energy Financing: Unleashing Optionality and...

June 6, 2024

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) introduced the ability to sell and transfer tax credits. This is a true game-changer for the renewables industry as it will accelerate the development of more clean energy projects. The transferable tax credit...

Businesses

Clean Energy Financing: Is the Transferable Tax Credit...

May 30, 2024

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) ushered in a new era of clean energy financing by introducing transferable tax credits. Previously, only companies with substantial tax liability could benefit from the tax credits associated with renewable energy...

Businesses, Offsite Solutions

Harnessing Virtual Net Energy Metering for Corporate...

May 9, 2024

In an era where sustainability efforts are not just appreciated but expected, many corporations are increasingly turning to innovative solutions to meet their decarbonization goals. One strategy gaining momentum is Virtual Net Energy Metering (VNEM)...

Businesses, Offsite Solutions

What Is Virtual Net Metering? (Net Metering vs....

May 2, 2024

Virtual net metering is a great way to support clean energy generation while avoiding system installation, maintenance, and upfront costs.This policy opens the door to many companies and other entities that would otherwise be unable to transition...

Businesses

Clean Energy Financing: Unlocking Renewable Energy...

April 10, 2024

The renewable energy procurement landscape is undergoing a dynamic shift with the introduction of tax credit transferability, making it easier for large and small corporations to support the clean energy economy. With the Internal Revenue Service...

Community Solar

Community Solar Markets: A State Review

March 18, 2024

Most American households cannot install solar on their property because they rent, live in a multi-tenant building, or experience other mitigating circumstances. In light of this issue, many states are turning to community solar (also known as...

News, ESG

Using Policy to Deploy Community Solar as Energy Bill...

February 9, 2024

Community solar is a powerful tool for low-income customers to achieve bill savings and access the benefits of the clean energy transition. As one of the leading low-income community solar providers, Pivot is proud to have over 58 megawatts (MWs) of...

Community Solar, News

Empowering Clean Energy: The Sweeping Benefits of...

January 31, 2024

State-level incentives for shared solar programs, or “community solar” projects, are critical to establishing an equitable and reliable transition to a clean energy economy. A well-thought-out shared solar program ensures everyone can access clean...

Community Solar, ESG

Community Solar's Economic Impact

December 6, 2023

Since 2007, community solar (otherwise known as shared solar) has proven to be a game-changer in local energy production, and its popularity has risen accordingly. But it’s not just a renewable energy solution; it's a catalyst for widespread...

Land Stewardship

Operations & Maintenance 101: Frequently Asked...

October 27, 2023

We sat down with Pivot Energy’s Angela Burke and Kwasi Lee to discuss operations and maintenance (O&M) and shed light on this crucial aspect of renewable energy project development.

Partners, Offsite Solutions

Solar Partnerships for a Brighter Future:...

October 19, 2023

At Pivot Energy, our goal is to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and reliable electric grid, providing local communities with equitable access to clean energy infrastructure. Since mitigating climate change is central to our strategic...

Community Solar, ESG, MUSH

Douglas County School District Partners with Pivot...

September 20, 2023

Douglas County School District (DCSD) proudly announces its partnership with Pivot Energy, a leading provider of solar energy solutions. The school district has contracted with Pivot Energy to subscribe to 920 kilowatts (kw) over two procurements...

Community Solar, ESG, Partners, Land Stewardship

Purpose-Driven Solar: How Pivot Delivers Impactful...

September 12, 2023

At Pivot Energy, we don’t just produce megawatt-hours of clean energy; we work diligently to develop community-centered projects that deliver meaningful social and environmental benefits. As a Certified B Corporation, we develop environmentally...

Commercial Solar, Businesses, Offsite Solutions

From Sunlight to Savings: What Your Sustainability...

August 28, 2023

Adding a solar array to your facility offers numerous economic benefits. By leveraging renewable energy solutions, organizations can generate savings and gain a competitive advantage, attracting new investors and loyal customers keen to support...

Community Solar, Landowners, Land Stewardship

Harvesting the Sun: Exploring the Parallels between...

July 13, 2023

Have you ever wondered why solar projects are often referred to as “solar farms”? The analogy between solar energy production and traditional farming practices runs deeper than you might think. In this blog, we'll explore the many similarities,...

ESG

Setting Legitimate Decarbonization Targets: Lead the...

June 22, 2023

In a world where climate change poses an unprecedented threat, businesses must take decisive action to reduce carbon emissions and embrace sustainable practices. Pivot Energy is reinforcing its commitment to driving meaningful change in the...

Landowners, ESG, Land Stewardship

Revolutionizing Sustainable Living: the Benefits of...

June 15, 2023

Living in a small town has its perks – you get to know everyone in your community, enjoy a more relaxed pace of life, and witness the beauty of nature. However, when it comes to accessing the benefits of clean energy, small towns are often left...

ESG, Offsite Solutions, MUSH

Decarbonization 101: How To Lower Your Carbon Footprint

May 31, 2023

Increasingly, business owners feel pressure from investors, clients, employees, governments, and society to adjust their day-to-day business operations to mitigate climate change. However, many different terms flying around make it difficult for...

Commercial Solar, Businesses, ESG, Offsite Solutions, Land Stewardship

Regenerative Business Practices: Maximizing Positive...

May 16, 2023

Updated 12/06/23 Setting science-based emissions targets for decarbonization is an excellent start, but reducing the negative environmental and social impacts of business initiatives should be expected, not praised. With consumers' expectations...

Community Solar, News, MUSH

National Solar Industry Veterans Pivot Energy and...

May 12, 2023

Pivot Energy, a national solar provider, and Chaberton Energy, a Maryland-based renewable energy project developer, are pleased to announce the groundbreaking of Catherine Community Solar and Catherine Aggregate Net Energy Metering (ANEM) on May...

ESG, Offsite Solutions

Elements of Additionality

May 4, 2023

“Additionality'' is a term that the clean energy industry has borrowed from the world of carbon offsets. It means that a specific renewable energy project and its generation would not exist if not for specific actions taken, like signing a power...

Community Solar, News

National Solar Companies Pivot Energy and Chaberton...

April 10, 2023

Pivot Energy, a national clean energy provider and Chaberton Energy, a Maryland-based, national renewable energy project developer, are pleased to announce the construction of four projects in Maryland, two of which are community solar. Construction...

News, ESG

Pivot Energy invests in PRIDE of Ticonderoga with $5K

March 24, 2023

Pivot Energy, a leading community solar developer, has donated $5,000 to PRIDE of Ticonderoga, a non-profit committed to promoting economic opportunities through affordable housing, community investments, and historic preservation in Ticonderoga and...

ESG

B Corp Month: We Go Beyond

March 24, 2023

Every March, the global B Corp community joins in celebrating and sharing what it means to be a B Corp and why we must improve our economic system. With this year’s #WeGoBeyond campaign, we’re joining our fellow B Corps in encouraging all businesses...

Community Solar, Onsite Solar, Businesses

The Business Benefits of Rooftop Community Solar

March 14, 2023

Rooftop solar isn’t just for homeowners; today, the world’s largest corporations are making long-term commitments to renewable energy, spurred on by the fact that it’s both the right thing to do, and it benefits their bottom line. Partially due to...

News, ESG

Pivot’s 2022 ESG Report Highlights

March 9, 2023

Milestones provide us with opportunities to reflect on past achievements such that we can capitalize on growth, improve strategies, and establish goals that align with our core values. At Pivot Energy, ESG principles have always been embedded into...

Offsite Solutions, MUSH

SRECs and the Future REC Market

February 28, 2023

As more and more organizations establish firm sustainability targets, carbon offset markets and renewable energy certificate (RECs) will serve as critical stepping stones towards achieving net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Understanding the...

Community Solar, Partners

Fixing Electric Grids: How Solar Developers Benefit...

February 2, 2023

This winter has provided more and more evidence that our nation’s power grid is vulnerable to extreme weather events and sudden energy demand increases. Long-term deferred maintenance has resulted in several impactful events for local ratepayers....

News, Onsite Solar

Extra Space Storage’s Solar Portfolio With Pivot...

January 24, 2023

National renewable energy provider, Pivot Energy, is set to install nine additional rooftop solar systems on Extra Space Storage facilities, adding 946.8 kilowatts of capacity to an expansive renewable energy portfolio that now totals 15 megawatts...

Commercial Solar, ESG, Offsite Solutions

Not All Offsets Are Evil: Achieving Net-Zero Emissions

January 11, 2023

Since the 2015 Paris Agreement, corporations and governments across the world have committed to curbing global temperature rise and pursuing efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, a critical threshold for avoiding the...

ESG, Offsite Solutions

Additionality: a Key Piece of the Net Zero Puzzle

January 4, 2023

In today's world, where the urgency to address global warming and mitigate climate change via decarbonization is more pressing than ever, organizations are increasingly seeking ways to showcase environmental responsibility. One essential piece of...

Community Solar, Landowners, ESG, Land Stewardship

Where To Build Solar: Working With Locals and...

December 22, 2022

Solar energy requires a lot of land, and not just any land will do. Ideally, solar arrays are located on flat, dry, sunny areas near existing power lines. In 2021, a report from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found that roughly 22,000...

Community Solar, Landowners, ESG, Land Stewardship

Community Solar in Your Town: What to Expect

December 19, 2022

Solar energy projects have become increasingly more common across our nation over the last 10 years, allowing more communities than ever to access the benefits of localized clean energy infrastructure. During this time, widespread solar adoption has...

News, ESG

2022 Year In Review

December 15, 2022

Year after year, Pivot Energy strives to do better and be better as a company. As 2022 comes to a close and the planning begins for an even more impactful year ahead, let’s take a look at some of our accomplishments from the last 12 months.

ESG

Solar Safety 103: Solar Panel Recycling

November 22, 2022

Despite supply chain issues, the solar industry has grown at a rather steady rate, but in order to ensure the long-term health of this crucial market we will need to establish a circular economy. In Q2 2022, the U.S. installed 4.6 gigawatts (GW) of...

ESG, Land Stewardship

Solar Safety 102: Installation Best Practices

November 17, 2022

Solar panels are one of the most prevalent technologies for generating affordable, clean energy. In the last decade, the cost to install solar in the US has dropped by more than 60%, leading the industry to expand into new markets and deploy...

ESG, MUSH

Pivot Energy Improves Sustainability Of Affordable...

November 15, 2022

National commercial and community solar provider, Pivot Energy, today announced it is supporting the sustainability goals of Mile High Ministries by investing $100,000 towards the development of a 50 kilowatts (kW) onsite solar array and providing a...

ESG

Solar Safety 101: How Do Solar Panels Work?

November 8, 2022

Solar energy is becoming more and more popular as a source of producing affordable, clean energy. The recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act has made renewable energy projects more cost competitive, introducing many to the environmental and...

Commercial Solar, Energy Storage

Combining Solar and Storage to Increase Energy...

November 2, 2022

Changing climate patterns are increasing the intensity and frequency of hazardous events that can cause costly damages. Greenhouse gas emissions from traditional electricity production methods contribute to rising global temperatures, escalating the...

News, Onsite Solar

Pivot Energy Secures $100 Million Revolving Loan...

October 18, 2022

National renewable energy provider, Pivot Energy, and Fundamental Renewables, an established provider of debt financing for renewable energy projects, today announced an agreement in which Fundamental Renewables will provide a $100 million revolving...

Community Solar, MUSH

CEJA Grows Renewables and Social Equality in Illinois

October 17, 2022

The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) raised the bar for Illinois’ electrical generation, setting a new goal for renewable energy to represent 40% of the energy generated by 2030, 50% by 2040, and 100% from carbon-free sources by 2050. To fund...

2025

Pivot Energy Receives Two Prestigious Awards for...

February 11, 2025

Cleantech Colorado’s High Impact Cleantech Company and Women in Sustainability Leadership Award for Annie Lappé, Pivot’s Vice President of Strategy & Impact

2025

Pivot Energy Donated Nearly $400,000 to Community...

January 16, 2025

Leading renewable energy provider gives to 22 community organizations in Colorado, Illinois, and Maryland.

2025

Silfab Solar, Pivot Energy Announce U.S.-Made...

January 8, 2025

BURLINGTON, Wash.--Silfab Solar Inc., the solar industry's market leader for innovative and high-performance PV modules, today announced a 350 megawatt (MW) supply agreement with Pivot Energy, a leading, national renewable energy provider and...

2024

Community Solar Continues its Success with Legislative...

December 19, 2024

WASHINGTON — The Coalition for Community Solar Access (CCSA) announced numerous industry wins from around the country, with pivotal legislative and regulatory victories positioning community solar for continued development in 2025. From shaping...

2024

Pivot Energy Secures Over $450 Million in Major...

November 21, 2024

The debt warehouse facility and structured equity investment will support construction of 300 Megawatts of U.S. community solar projects and is Pivot’s largest financing agreement to date.

2024

Pivot Energy’s Jackie Murphy Wins Climate Hero of the...

November 12, 2024

Murphy, Chief Legal & ESG Officer for Pivot, has been recognized for her exceptional leadership and efforts toward clean energy deployment and sustainability.

2024

Niagara University Powers Up On-Campus Solar Array

October 31, 2024

The $6.2 million project, completed in partnership with Montante Solar and Pivot Energy, helps make university electric consumption 100% carbon neutralNIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. (October 30, 2024) – Niagara University powered up a 17-acre...

2024

Two Kent County, Del., Community Solar Projects Among...

October 30, 2024

Chaberton Energy and Pivot Energy break ground at Project Crestone in Harrington, Del. Pictured from left to right: Erica Brinker, Chaberton Energy’s Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer; Seth Shafer, Pivot Energy’s Director of Project...

2024

Pivot Energy’s Mat Elmore, SVP of Strategic Accounts,...

October 17, 2024

Denver, Colo; Oct. 17, 2024 -- Pivot Energy, a leading, national renewable energy provider and independent power producer, is thrilled to announce that Mat Elmore, SVP of Strategic Accounts, was selected as the recipient of Elevate’s 2024 Solar...

2024

Leading Renewable Energy Provider and Independent...

September 9, 2024

Anaheim; Sept. 9, 2024 – To coincide with the start of RE+ 2024, Pivot Energy, one of the nation’s leading renewable energy providers and independent power producers (IPP), announced today that it will be attending and participating at the largest...

2024

Pivot Energy Receives Two Notable Renewable Industry...

August 20, 2024

Denver, CO.; Aug. 20, 2024 -- Pivot Energy, a leading, national renewable energy provider and independent power producer, is pleased to announce that it has received two prestigious renewable energy awards. Pivot was named a 2024 Top Solar ...

2024

Pivot Energy Collaborates with Microsoft to Develop Up...

August 8, 2024

Denver, Colo.; Aug. 8, 2024 – Leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy, announced today a 5-year framework agreement with Microsoft to develop up to 500 megawatts (MWac) of community-scale solar energy projects across the United...

2024

Pivot Energy and the University of Colorado Boulder...

July 23, 2024

Pivot Energy, a leading, national renewable energy provider and independent power producer and the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder), have reached a 5 megawatt dc (MWdc) virtual net metering agreement. Under the 20-year subscription...

2024

Pivot Energy Releases 2023 ESG Report, Outlining Huge...

July 19, 2024

Report highlights how it reduced emissions, impacted communities, and its future ESG goals

2024

Industry-Leading Collaboration: Pivot Energy and...

June 5, 2024

NEW YORK—June 5th, 2024—Today, leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy, and industry-leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider, GreenSpark Solar, announced the completion of a four project Upstate New York...

2024

Rivian Partners with Pivot Energy to Build Community...

May 22, 2024

DENVER,May 22, 2024/PRNewswire/ -- Leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energyis proud to announce a partnership with American EV maker Rivianon a total of 60 Megawatts (MWdc) of solar energy. Rivian has committed to purchasing...

2024

Innovative Commercial and Community Solar Project...

May 1, 2024

ROCKVILLE, Md. and DENVER, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chaberton Energy, a Maryland-based solar developer, and Pivot Energy, a national renewable energy owner and operator, announced today that they are powering up an innovative solar project in...

2024

Pivot Energy and the University of Denver Partner to...

April 24, 2024

DENVER—April 24, 2024—Leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy and the University of Denver (DU) are partnering to construct on-campus solar facilities and off-site net metering solar projects, totaling over 23 Megawatts DC (MWdc) of...

2024

In Landmark Deal, Walmart Invests in 19 Clean Energy...

March 26, 2024

DENVER (March 26, 2024) -- Leading national renewable energy providerPivot Energy announced today that Walmart is investing in 19 solar projects under development across the country including 15 community solar projects. The strategic tax equity...

2024

CordenPharma Colorado Signs Off-Site Net Metering with...

February 14, 2024

Leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy is proud to announce that CordenPharma, a global leader in the contract development and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy practices...

2024

Pivot Energy Donated Over $400,000 to Community...

January 23, 2024

Pivot Energy, a leading national renewable energy provider headquartered in Denver, proudly announces a significant milestone in its commitment to investing in positive impact in the communities where it operates. In 2023, Pivot Energy donated over...

2023

Pivot Energy Partners with Tapestry, Inc. Enabling New...

December 12, 2023

Leading national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy is proud to announce it is developing six community solar projects in Illinois, totaling 33 megawatts (MWdc), with Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR), a house of iconic accessories and lifestyle brands...

2023

Demonstrating Commitment to Sustainability, SeaWorld...

October 5, 2023

SeaWorld invests in Pivot Energy's state-of-the-art system that will generate 16% the park's electricity and provide shade to 1,200 parking spots.

2023

Pivot Energy Closes $200 Million Financing Facility...

May 9, 2023

Today, Pivot Energy is excited to announce the closing of a ~$203 million financing facility to support a multi-state portfolio of distributed generation solar projects. Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, will lead the...

In The News

Community Solar Continues its Success with Legislative...

December 17, 2024

In The News

Niagara University Powers Up 17-Acre, On-Campus Solar...

October 31, 2024

In The News

Solar Array Gets Niagara University to Net Zero Carbon...

October 31, 2024

In The News

Chaberton, Pivot Energy breaks ground on community...

October 30, 2024

In The News

Construction Begins on Two New Solar Projects in...

October 29, 2024

In The News

Colorado helped invent community solar. Here’s how it...

October 7, 2024

In The News

Growing food and generating green energy on the same...

October 7, 2024

In The News

How Community Solar Works

September 12, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy partners with Microsoft to develop up to...

August 14, 2024

In The News

Microsoft Partners with Pivot Energy to Develop...

August 9, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy and Microsoft announce community solar...

August 9, 2024

In The News

Microsoft Invests in Community Solar as AI Complicates...

August 8, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy, Microsoft partner on 500-MW community...

August 8, 2024

In The News

5 years, 150 projects, 500 MWac: Microsoft and Pivot...

August 8, 2024

In The News

Community Solar Is Coming For Your Fossil Fuels

August 8, 2024

In The News

University of Colorado Boulder Signs 20-Year Virtual...

July 29, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy and the University of Colorado Boulder...

July 23, 2024

In The News

How Distributed Generation Increases Power Grid Scale...

May 31, 2024

In The News

Rivian Partners with Pivot Energy to Advance Renewable...

May 27, 2024

In The News

RIVN Stock: New Partnership Will Help Rivian Run a...

May 25, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy, Rivian to build 60MW community solar in...

May 24, 2024

In The News

University's $7M solar project nears completion

May 20, 2024

In The News

Walmart announces major investment in several...

May 1, 2024

In The News

How Texas’ Booming Solar Power Industry Sites and...

May 1, 2024

In The News

Denver solar company, Walmart team for solar projects...

March 27, 2024

In The News

Walmart Invests in Nearly 1 GW of New Clean Energy...

March 26, 2024

In The News

Community solar: A powerful tool for expanding...

March 18, 2024

In The News

Pivot Energy and CordenPharma Collaborate for...

February 14, 2024

In The News

Logan Duran, VP of ESG Strategy Tapestry and Josh...

February 12, 2024

In The News

From Kilowatts to Kindness

January 2, 2024