Looking for ideas on how to start a business in the solar energy field any ideas out there?

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Looking for ideas on how to start a business in the solar energy field any ideas out there?

Answer 1

Solar installers are making a ton of money right now. It is a very fast growing profession where one-person company is feasible. You may need an assistant or two when you perform an installation. You could use contract labor at first until your business is well enough established to afford full time workers. It should have fairly low capital requirements as well. A few thousand dollars in tools and training is all that is required. The only big ticket item would be a truck. That is probably the best place for an individual to get involved in solar.

You will need training. Solar installation requires electrician knowledge, roofing knowledge, solar system integration knowledge, as well as permitting and system financing knowledge.

There are a number of organizations offering training. I recommend you to your homework before selecting one. This field is growing rapidly and therefore is starting to attract con artists. So protect yourself.