What is Amicus Solar?
Amicus Solar is a 100% member-owned cooperative made up of local, values-led independent solar energy companies. These businesses have excellent reputations and extensive experience operating right in your community. Born out of a desire to support smaller, impact-driven solar installers, Amicus Solar stands apart from the big corporate players. It’s all about community, integrity, and a shared vision for a cleaner future.
Main Benefits of Amicus Solar
Choosing Amicus Solar means tapping into a network that’s strong, experienced, and deeply committed to doing the right thing. Here are some key figures that highlight what makes them stand out:
- 80+ local independent solar businesses united
- 24 Certified B Corp businesses, showcasing high social and environmental standards
- 20+ average years of experience in the solar industry
- 21 employee-owned businesses, emphasizing shared ownership and responsibility
- A B Corp score of 135.4, reflecting their commitment to sustainability and ethical business
The Story Behind Amicus Solar
Back in 2011, a small group of independent solar installation companies saw the solar market shifting. Big corporations were moving in fast, and these smaller players wanted to hold onto their community roots and impact-driven missions. So, they came together to form North America’s first 100% member-owned purchasing cooperative for local solar businesses. It was a bold move — one that’s helped keep the focus on people, planet, and purpose ever since.
Core Values and Standards
Amicus Solar isn’t just about business; it’s about doing business the right way. The cooperative champions respect, fairness, collaboration, transparency, empathy, and inclusion. These aren’t just buzzwords — they’re the standards every member commits to uphold. Together, they’re setting the bar for conscientious business practices in the solar industry, proving that doing good and doing well can go hand in hand.
Membership and Community Impact
When you choose an Amicus member, you’re supporting more than just renewable energy. You’re investing in independent businesses that care deeply about their employees, communities, investors, supply partners, and the planet. The cooperative’s purpose is clear: to find, bring together, support, and empower companies that honor the solar industry by serving their communities with integrity and passion.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Learning and Advocacy
Amicus Solar goes beyond installation and business. The cooperative actively promotes advocacy and education within the solar industry. By sharing knowledge, supporting policy efforts, and highlighting the Amicus difference, they help shape a future where independent solar businesses thrive and communities benefit. It’s about creating a movement — one that’s stronger together, driven by shared values and a commitment to a sustainable tomorrow.
