What Elemental Energy does

Elemental Energy is a privately held solar PV design and installation firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2010 by graduates of the first accredited Bachelor of Science program in Renewable Energy Engineering. The company designs and installs residential and commercial solar PV systems, custom battery storage and backup solutions (including Tesla Powerwall and SPAN smart panels), and related electrical work such as EV charger and panel upgrades, primarily serving homeowners and commercial properties across Oregon and Southern Washington. A dedicated service department supports both Elemental-installed and legacy third-party systems, generating ongoing touchpoints beyond the initial sale. The company also runs a charitable solar program in partnership with Twende Solar, with installations in Portland-area communities and abroad in Peru and Ethiopia.

The business operates on a direct, sales-led go-to-market model: an in-house team of 55 employees handles free site evaluations, system design, permitting, installation, and post-install service, eliminating subcontracting for core installation work. Revenue streams include hardware sales (PV systems, batteries, electrical equipment), professional services (installation labor, electrical work), and a Prepaid Solar Power Purchase Agreement that provides multi-year recurring revenue with a five-year ownership transfer option. Customer segments are led by residential homeowners, with secondary exposure to commercial businesses, HOA communities navigating architectural guidelines, and low-to-moderate-income homeowners eligible for Energy Trust of Oregon Solar Within Reach incentives. Geographic reach is concentrated in Oregon and Southern Washington, supported by exclusive Solarize Approved Contractor status in Hillsboro and North Portland community-led campaigns and a $700 referral program. Awards include five consecutive years on Solar Power World's Top Solar Contractor list and NABCEP certifications across the technical sales and installation staff.

Name

Elemental Energy

Legal name

Elemental Energy LLC

Website

https://elementalenergy.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Elemental Energy is a Portland, Oregon-based solar PV design and installation firm founded in 2010, serving residential and commercial customers across Oregon and Southern Washington with solar panel systems, battery storage, and electrical services delivered by a 55-person in-house team.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Installation Services

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Distributed Generation (DG) Solar & Small Wind (EUAMAJAD), Home Energy & EV Charging (HEMS, Smart Meters, Batteries, Chargers) (HSAPAQAF)

Keywords

• Solar PV installation
• Residential solar
• Commercial solar
• Energy storage systems
• Battery backup installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Panel System Sales and Installation: Complete solar PV system design, equipment sales, and professional installation for residential and commercial customers. Includes system customization, permitting, and inspection management.
2. Energy Storage Systems: Battery storage system installation including Tesla Powerwall and other battery solutions. Provides backup power and energy independence capabilities.
3. Electrical Services: Licensed electrical work including EV charger installation, panel upgrades, and meter upgrades for residential and commercial properties.
4. Prepaid Solar PPA: Prepaid Solar Power Purchase Agreement offering upfront payment for solar energy over a multi-year term, with option to assume ownership after five years.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Elemental Energy designs, sells, and installs solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and energy storage solutions for residential and commercial customers in Oregon and Southern Washington. Services include custom system design, permitting, installation of solar panels, Tesla Powerwall battery backup, and related electrical work such as EV charger and panel upgrades, all delivered by an in-house team of 55 employees.

Product overview

Elemental Energy is a solar installation company offering a unified portfolio of products centered on residential and commercial solar panel systems, energy storage solutions, and electrical services. Their core offerings include Residential Solar, Commercial Solar, Energy Storage, Tesla Powerwall installations, Electrical Services (EV chargers, panel upgrades), and Charitable Solar initiatives. The company also provides a Prepaid Solar PPA financing option. All services are delivered by a 55-person in-house team covering Oregon and Southern Washington since 2010.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Solar Residential solar panel installation services for homeowners in Oregon and Washington, including custom system design, shade analysis, permitting, installation, inspection management, and long-term support. Recognized as one of the nation's top residential solar installers.
• Commercial Solar Turnkey commercial solar PV and energy storage installation services for businesses, municipalities, vineyards, and organizations across Oregon and Washington, including permitting, utility coordination, and incentive management.
• Energy Storage Custom battery storage and backup system design and installation providing energy independence and resilience during outages for Oregon and Washington homes and businesses.
• Tesla Powerwall Installation Certified installation of Tesla Powerwall battery systems (Powerwall II offers 13.5 kWh storage) with seamless solar integration for residential backup power and energy management.
• Electrical Services Licensed electrical services including EV charger installation, electrical panel upgrades, meter upgrades, and other residential, commercial, and industrial electrical work.
• Charitable Solar Worldwide charitable solar installations and educational partnerships bringing renewable energy to communities lacking electricity access in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia, including volunteer installations at Dignity Village.
• Prepaid Solar PPA Prepaid Solar Power Purchase Agreement financing option allowing customers to make a one-time upfront payment covering solar energy costs for a multi-year term, with the option to assume full system ownership after five years.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tesla (Powerwall)coreTechnology or IntegrationTesla Powerwall Certified Installer serving Oregon and Washington. Provides solar backup power day and night through certified installation of Tesla Powerwall battery systems.
• Twende SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit partner for charitable solar projects. Elemental Energy team members volunteer for Twende Solar initiatives including Dignity Village installations and international projects in Peru and Ethiopia.
• Benson Polytechnic High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to bring renewable energy to educational institutions through innovative solar solutions like bifacial solar awnings, providing hands-on learning opportunities for students.
• Solarize OregoncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity-led bulk purchasing program bringing solar to neighborhoods through group purchasing and grassroots outreach. Elemental Energy named exclusive approved contractor for Hillsboro and North Portland campaigns.
• Girls Build (Portland University)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership helping young women learn about solar technology through hands-on experience building solar night lights.
• Energy Trust of OregoncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCash incentive programs for customers of Pacific Power and PGE installing new home solar power systems. Energy Trust of Oregon Solar Within Reach (SWR) increased incentive program for qualifying LMI homeowners.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Solar Optimum: Southern California-based residential and commercial solar installer with battery storage offerings. Comparable business model to Elemental Energy but operating in a different geography with utility and incentive structures specific to California.
• Imagine Energy: Portland-based residential and commercial solar installer serving Oregon and Washington. Direct geographic competitor to Elemental Energy with similar service portfolio, customer base, and business model in the Pacific Northwest market.

Others

• EnergySage: Online solar marketplace that connects homeowners with vetted installers like Elemental Energy. Not a direct competitor but a key channel and competitive benchmark for customer acquisition cost and lead generation in the residential solar industry.

Direct peers

• Lumio: Residential solar installer offering in-house consultations, design, and installation across multiple states. Closely parallels Elemental Energy's sales-led, full-stack residential solar installation approach with similar target customers and service offerings.
• Sunrun: Largest U.S. residential solar, battery storage, and energy services company. Directly comparable to Elemental Energy in the residential rooftop solar + storage installation model, though at national scale with capital structures (lease/PPA/loan) unavailable to a small private operator.
• Blue Raven Solar: Multi-state residential solar installer offering in-house sales, design, and installation with BluePower Plus+ financing. Closely matches Elemental Energy's regional installer model, though operating across many more states.
• Pure Power Solar: Regional residential and commercial solar installer with Pacific Northwest operations. Competes head-to-head with Elemental Energy on rooftop PV design, installation, and battery storage offerings for Oregon and Washington customers.
• Greenlight Solar: Residential and commercial solar installer delivering custom PV and battery storage systems. Comparable to Elemental Energy in the consultative, custom-design residential solar model and in offering Tesla Powerwall integrations.

Broad incumbents

• Tesla Energy: Tesla's energy business manufactures Powerwall and offers solar roof and panel installations. Elemental Energy is a Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer, making Tesla both an upstream supplier and a direct competitor for residential solar + storage customers nationwide.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ElementalSolar
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elemental-energy-llc
• Instagraminstagram.com/elementalsolar

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments2 records

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