Sun Light & Power

Sun Light & Power Sun Light & Power has been providing exceptional solar systems to Bay Area homeowners and businesses since 1976. SLP is a 100% employee-owned B Corp.

We design, build, & service PV, solar thermal, & battery backup systems. Contact us now for a quote! Passionate people tend to get very good at what they do. With 37 years of experience as a leader and pioneer in the solar industry, Sun Light & Power provides the highest possible design, engineering, and installation expertise for solar electric and thermal energy needs and places high value on la

sting customer relationships for both residential and commercial projects. Sun Light & Power has been in continuous operation since 1976. We offer Total Energy Solutions™, providing our customers with smart, cost-effective energy packages that combine solar electricity (photovoltaic) and solar water heating (solar thermal), along with energy efficiency and conservation. We are proud to be a certified B Corporation, which uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Corps, unlike traditional businesses, meet comprehensive and transparent social and environmental performance standards, meet higher legal accountability standards, and build business constituency for public policies that support sustainable business. We are an Alameda County Green Business and licensed ( #326203). Our team of award-winning solar engineers brings superior quality, the latest techniques and a passion for problem solving to each energy solution. The company embodies a strong sense of commitment to promoting alternative energy sources, improving the environment and maintaining customer-friendly attitudes. Taking pride in the quality of our work is not just a slogan; it is a basic tenet of our company’s culture. "Sun Light & Power Goes Beyond Solar. There are companies that attempt to greenwash by giving lip service to their environmental practices. And then there are companies that are awash in truly green technology. Sun Light & Power is a great example of a company that has integrated clean technology and energy efficiency throughout its organization." Matter Technology, March 20, 2009.

The numbers don’t lie: The rapid expansion of clean energy is actively making the power grid more resilient. ☀️🔋Despite ...
05/31/2026

The numbers don’t lie: The rapid expansion of clean energy is actively making the power grid more resilient. ☀️🔋

Despite forecasts for a scorching summer, the latest grid reliability assessment shows the U.S. power grid is in significantly better shape than last year. The credit goes to a massive boom in new infrastructure: 30.5 GW of solar and 16 GW of battery storage added over the past year alone, proving that clean energy is doing the heavy lifting to keep the lights (and air conditioning) on.

Read the full analysis on Canary Media:
👉 https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/grid-better-shape-this-summer

Upgraded & Future-Proofed in Oakland! ☀️Nothing says trust quite like a 20-year relationship! We recently helped a long-...
05/28/2026

Upgraded & Future-Proofed in Oakland! ☀️

Nothing says trust quite like a 20-year relationship! We recently helped a long-time Sun Light & Power customer in Oakland upgrade their home for the next generation of clean energy.

Sustainability was key for this project. We carefully removed their legacy solar system but reused the existing racking, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. We then installed some new JA Solar Modules, a SolarEdge Inverter, and a FranklinWH aPower battery for whole-home backup. 🔋

Thank you for trusting us with your home for over two decades!

☀️ Sunny days ahead for San Rafael! ☀️We wrapped up a gorgeous new residential solar and storage installation in San Raf...
05/21/2026

☀️ Sunny days ahead for San Rafael! ☀️

We wrapped up a gorgeous new residential solar and storage installation in San Rafael, CA, and this home is officially ready for anything California's grid throws at it. 🏡✨

For this project, we paired REC Solar Modules for maximum efficiency and sleek aesthetics with a SolarEdge Inverter to optimize performance at the individual panel level. To top it all off, we installed a FranklinWH aPower Battery for home energy storage.

Thinking about making the switch to clean, independent energy? Let’s chat about building the perfect system for your home. 📩

☀️ Big win for the clean energy workforce!🔋As solar and battery storage systems continue to boom across North America, t...
05/17/2026

☀️ Big win for the clean energy workforce!🔋

As solar and battery storage systems continue to boom across North America, the need for highly skilled, professional technicians has never been more urgent. So Amicus O&M Cooperative has officially launched its brand-new, online Solar PV and BESS O&M Tech 2 Training Program! 🎉

This 30-hour, self-paced curriculum bridges the gap between hands-on troubleshooting and advanced theoretical knowledge. It’s designed to empower early-stage technicians to become fully proficient, independent experts in advanced diagnostics, cybersecurity, battery systems, and safety.

Even better? It aligns perfectly with the SEIA 301 ANSI standard and counts toward both NABCEP certifications and continuing education credits. 🌍

Check out the full story here:
https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/amicus-launches-online-om-training-for-solar-and-storage-professionals/

☀️ We are thrilled to highlight a multi-family housing project right here in Oakland, CA, bringing even more clean energ...
05/14/2026

☀️ We are thrilled to highlight a multi-family housing project right here in Oakland, CA, bringing even more clean energy to the Bay Area.

The system features 139 Boviet Solar modules paired with a high-efficiency SolarEdge inverter, ensuring maximum energy harvest and smart monitoring for the entire site. Whether it’s dodging the coastal fog or soaking up a clear blue sky, this setup is engineered to perform for years to come.

Massive thanks to the team for making the community a little greener! 🌳

We’re all set up and ready to see you at the Sunnyvale Electrify Your Life Fair! Thinking about going solar or ditching ...
05/09/2026

We’re all set up and ready to see you at the Sunnyvale Electrify Your Life Fair! Thinking about going solar or ditching gas? Now is the perfect time to get your questions answered. Come say hi to the Sun Light & Power team - we’re here until 3 PM!

🎟 Cost: FREE to attend!
⏰ When: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Sunnyvale Community Center (550 E Re*****on Dr.)

Look for our booth and let’s talk about powering your home with the sun. See you soon! 🌿

☀️ Sunnyvale, let’s power up! ☀️We are thrilled to announce that Sun Light & Power will be at the Electrify Your Life Fa...
05/06/2026

☀️ Sunnyvale, let’s power up! ☀️

We are thrilled to announce that Sun Light & Power will be at the Electrify Your Life Fair this Saturday, May 9th! 🔌✨

Thinking about switching to solar, upgrading to battery storage, or just curious about how to electrify your home? Come by our booth at the Sunnyvale Community Center to chat with our experts and get all your questions answered.

📅 When: Saturday, May 10
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Sunnyvale Community Center (550 E Re*****on Dr.)

Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together. See you there! 🌿☀️

We’ve been  ! ☀️🌱We are incredibly honored to be featured in the latest   “Local Love” spotlight alongside our friends a...
05/04/2026

We’ve been ! ☀️🌱

We are incredibly honored to be featured in the latest “Local Love” spotlight alongside our friends at Arkin Tilt Architects and McCutcheon Construction.

For nearly 50 years, Sun Light & Power has been on a mission to turn sustainability into reality. From our founder Gary Gerber’s first solar project in 1976 to our current worker-owned model, we’ve treated solar not just as a business, but as a cause.

As a certified Benefit Corp for Good and Green Business, we’re doing more than just installing solar, we’re walking the talk. From our West Berkeley headquarters to the 3,000+ systems we’ve powered across the Bay Area, our values are built into everything we do.

Check out the full story on Berkeleyside to learn about our history, our impact (like offsetting 3.6 million pounds of coal!), and why we love tackling the "complex" projects others won't.

📖 Read the article here: https://www.discoveredinberkeley.com/2026/04/30/from-solar-rooftops-to-straw-bale-walls-and-beyond-these-berkeley-builders-turned-sustainability-into-reality/

A huge thank you to the City of Berkeley Office of Economic Development and photographer Kelly Sullivan for capturing our team and our mission. 📸

Cows and solar panels? It’s a match made in Tennessee! 🐄☀️Silicon Ranch just launched its "CattleTracker" technology at ...
05/03/2026

Cows and solar panels? It’s a match made in Tennessee! 🐄☀️

Silicon Ranch just launched its "CattleTracker" technology at the Christiana Solar Ranch, and it’s a total game-changer. While sheep have been the stars of solar grazing for a while, this new tech uses a special "grazing mode" so much larger cattle can safely roam and munch on grass right under the panels.

It’s all about agrivoltaics! Finding ways for clean energy and local farming to thrive on the same piece of land. Better soil, happy cows, and renewable energy for the community. Definitely a win-win-win! 🌿⚡️

Read the full story here: https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/silicon-ranch-debuts-cattle-friendly-solar-tracker-technology-in-tennessee/

Is AI driving up your monthly energy bill? 🔌📈As tech giants rush to build massive data centers to power the AI revolutio...
04/29/2026

Is AI driving up your monthly energy bill? 🔌📈

As tech giants rush to build massive data centers to power the AI revolution, the strain on our aging electrical grid is reaching a breaking point. While these facilities bring innovation, they also require massive infrastructure upgrades, and often, it's the ratepayers who end up footing the bill.

Learn how to protect your home or business with solar. ☀️👇
https://www.sunlightandpower.com/blog/data-centers-are-driving-energy-bills/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=blog&utm_term=data_center

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