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The solar pioneer that helps you become a Solar Pioneer

Since 2006, Nautilus Solar Energy® has been a pioneer in solar energy. We've led the way by being one of the first companies to sell energy to a utility under a long-term contract. In the decades since, our 127 solar farms across the country have provided clean energy to our 40,000 Solar Pioneers. Our leadership and innovation have allowed us to make solar power available to everyone with no investment and lowered the cost of powering homes, apartments, and businesses. Today, we are a part of Power Sustainable, an industry leader in green energy.

Generating solar energy and impressive results.

lightingIn our 18 years of leadership in the solar power industry, our farms have generated over 377,000 MHz of clean energy, enough to power a city of 40,000 homes for a year. 

solar-panel (1) This massive amount of renewable energy has kept 26,000 Metric Tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere, the weight of 26 Eiffel Towers. 

community-1 Our 40,000 subscribers are making a difference for their planet, for their community, and their budget. 

worldwide We are actively promoting all forms of environmental action: from cleaner electricity to recycling to habitat preservation. Join our commitment to making a difference for our planet. 
2006

Co-Founders Jim Rice and Laura Stern meet at a local Starbucks and sketched out their vision on the back of a napkin.

2019

Acquired by Power Sustainable, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Corporation of Canada, Nautilus expands quickly using its institutional-scale permanent capital.

2022

Jim Rice and Laura Stern step into advisory roles as new CEO Jeffrey Cheng leads the company to a new era of growth and leadership.

Meet Our Dedicated Team

Our Pride and Commitment Shine Through

Jeffrey Cheng

Jeffrey Cheng

Chief Executive Officer

Courtney Matsuishi

Courtney Matsuishi

Chief Legal and Administrative Officer

Camelia Miu

Camelia Miu

Chief Financial Officer

Nick Addivinola

Nick Addivinola

Executive Director, M&A

Abigail Broedlin

Abigail Broedlin

Vice President, Asset Management

Melissa Hanson

Melissa Hanson

Executive Director, Marketing

Eric LaMora

Eric LaMora

Executive Director, Community Solar

Leah Neal

Leah Neal

Director, Human Resources

Eric Paul

Eric Paul

Vice President, Partner Development

Sean Reaney

Sean Reaney

Vice President, Construction

Laura York

Laura York

Vice President, Structuring & Development

Tom Helfrick

Tom Helfrick

Controller

Julian Erfurth

Julian Erfurth

Executive Director, Capital Markets

Michael French

Michael French

Executive Director, Business Operations

Explore our blog to learn more about the environmental impact of community solar

2006

Co-Founders Jim Rice and Laura Stern meet at a local Starbucks and sketched out their vision on the back of a napkin.

2019

Acquired by Power Sustainable, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Corporation of Canada, Nautilus expands quickly using its institutional-scale permanent capital.

2022

Jim Rice and Laura Stern step into advisory roles as new CEO Jeffrey Cheng leads the company to a new era of growth and leadership.

Mission

Mission:

To be the trusted provider of clean energy to local communities.

Vision

Vision:

To create a clean, sustainable future by offering an equitable and affordable renewable energy choice for all.

Purpose

Purpose:

To be the energy partner of choice.

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Nautilus Solar in the news

We are working hard for our subscribers and the planet. Visit our newsroom to get the latest on what our company, people, and organizational partners are doing to make a difference.

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Building solar farms that serve nature and their communities

When you build a solar farm the right way, the local environment and community are well served. The only way to achieve these twin goals is to build, maintain, and operate our own solar farms throughout their entire lifecycle. It starts with choosing sites that allow us to have the least impact on the productivity of the land or disrupt wildlife.

Often, our sites are built on lands that are in some way already compromised or unusable like quarries or landfills. And, after 40 years when our farms may be decommissioned, we restore the land to a healthy habitat according to our contract. We never delegate our responsibilities to you, to your community, or to the natural environment.  

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Our Name and Symbolism

The Nautilus name stems from the USS Nautilus, the world’s first operational nuclear-powered submarine, reflecting our co-Founder Jim Rice’s background as a Navy Submarine Veteran. Similarly, our logo is inspired by the chambered nautilus shell, symbolizing grace, growth, expansion, and renewal – all key elements of our journey at Nautilus Solar Energy.

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I’ve been with Nautilus for a couple of years now and the savings that I’m seeing on my bill is outstanding. It has, for us, been the best mix of getting solar energy without the cost of installing panels.
Anton Ascanio
June 2024
Group 33 (2)
I’ve been with Nautilus for a couple of years now and the savings that I’m seeing on my bill is outstanding. It has, for us, been the best mix of getting solar energy without the cost of installing panels.
Anton Ascanio
June 2024
Group 33 (2)
I’ve been with Nautilus for a couple of years now and the savings that I’m seeing on my bill is outstanding. It has, for us, been the best mix of getting solar energy without the cost of installing panels.
Anton Ascanio
June 2024
Group 33 (2)
I’ve been with Nautilus for a couple of years now and the savings that I’m seeing on my bill is outstanding. It has, for us, been the best mix of getting solar energy without the cost of installing panels.
Anton Ascanio
June 2024

Become a Solar Pioneer with us

Throughout our history, Nautilus Solar has enabled people like you to join the tens of thousands of other Solar Pioneers in creating a better planet by diversifying the power grid. Devote just a little time, and you can begin enjoying the benefits of solar power in just the first month of your farm going live. 

The chance to do a good thing for the environment is right now because each of our solar farms can only serve a limited number of subscribers. So sign up today. 

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