Irvine, California | July 22, 2025 — The renewable energy industry is entering a tumultuous time, with deep federal cuts to programs that stoked astronomical growth over the past four years. Still, the solar industry broke record after record in 2024, the largest single year of new capacity added to the grid by any energy technology in over two decades. OC Solar is one of the companies that contributed to the milestone installation year and is recognized as a 2025 Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World.
The Top Solar Contractors List is the most recognized annual listing of solar contractors in the United States. It is compiled annually by industry magazine Solar Power World to recognize the work of solar installers to decarbonize the grid and support home-grown, local energy. Companies on the Top Solar Contractors List are grouped and listed by specific service (developer, electrical subcontractor, EPC, installation subcontractor, installer, sales partner), market (commercial, community solar, residential, utility), and state by 2024 installed capacity (in kWDC). OC Solar is ranked at No. 203 in the nation.
“At a time when the federal government is doing everything it can to cut solar power down, the gigawatts put up by our 2025 Top Solar Contractors emphasize just how crucial it is to our nation’s energy mix,” said Kelsey Misbrener, managing editor of Solar Power World. “From the smallest residential projects to the largest utility-scale solar farms, these installations are keeping the lights on and keeping power affordable. We’re thrilled to recognize another outstanding class of Top Solar Contractors, and look forward to persevering through legislative hurdles to celebrate our 15-year edition next year.”
The country installed nearly 50 GW of new solar capacity in 2024, with solar and storage accounting for 84% of all new electric generating capacity added to the grid. Companies on the Top Solar Contractors List are undoubtedly preparing for a tough hill on the solarcoaster, but the need for quick buildout of new energy resources is only going to grow. OC Solar is expected to double in size within the next year, in order to serve the demand of the seven-county service area (Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Diego County, Ventura County, and Kern County).
OC Solar employs over 100 workers who installed 5,976 kW of solar power in 2024. Since its founding in 2016, the company has completed over 3,000 residential solar installations. The company is on a mission to restore trust in contractors by actually delivering on our promises and providing customers with the outcome they were expecting. The team at OC Solar strives to earn trust through transparent practices, quality service, and a proven track record of success. Our mission at OC Solar is to lead by example, setting a new standard for trust and reliability among contractors.
About Solar Power World – Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development, and technology. Since 2011, SPW has helped U.S. solar contractors — including installers, developers and EPCs in all markets — grow their businesses and do their jobs better.