Blue Horizon Energy

What Blue Horizon Energy does

Blue Horizon Energy, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota (relocated from Minnetonka in May 2026), is a privately held full-service solar energy developer serving commercial, agricultural, municipal, and enterprise customers across the Upper Midwest — primarily Minnesota and Iowa with recent expansion into Colorado. The company designs, installs, and commissions turnkey solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, with specialized capabilities in dual-axis solar trackers (first-in-Minnesota at Prairie Gold Farms), custom solar carport structures (e.g., the 1.5 MW Excelsior Crossings canopy), battery energy storage systems (first-in-Minnesota BESS at Lakeview Industries, capable of off-grid operation and demand-charge reduction), and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Hardware draws on partnerships with Panasonic (Elite Installer designation; Panasonic N325 HIT modules used at the company's own HQ) and historically SolarWorld/Meyer Burger panels.

The business model is project-based, with revenue generated primarily from one-time installation fees plus ongoing monitoring and maintenance services. Pricing is custom-quote-based per project following site surveys and energy analysis — there are no standardized public tiers. Go-to-market is exclusively direct via consultative enterprise field sales, with secondary lead generation through partner referrals (notably from Mortenson Properties, Bridge Investment Group, and Tailwind Group), industry events, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and earned media. The four primary customer segments are Farms and Agribusiness, Commercial Property Owners, Civic and Municipal Buildings, and Enterprise-Scale Organizations; a secondary segment combines EV Charging and Battery Storage solutions, often layered onto solar installations. Notable enterprise customers include Sleep Number (flagship 650-store nationwide rollout), Lakeview Industries, Superior Third Party Logistics, Tailwind Group, and Bridge Investment Group, alongside municipal clients such as the Cities of Wayzata and Morris.

Operationally the company is lean (11–50 employees) and founder-controlled under CEO Griffin Dooling, with no disclosed external funding rounds; growth has been financed organically through project revenue. The company holds Class A Electrical Contractor licenses in Minnesota and Iowa, an Iowa Registered Contractor license, and U.S. DOT Interstate Private Carrier registration. Industry positioning is reinforced by MnSEIA Board leadership (Dooling as President since 2021), multiple 2021–2025 industry awards (Panasonic Midwest Commercial Solar Installer of the Year, MnSEIA Member of the Year, 2025 MnSEIA Solar Project of the Year, Star Tribune Minnesota's Best Commercial Solar Provider), and a 5-star Google rating across 108 reviews.

Name

Blue Horizon Energy

Legal name

Blue Horizon Energy

Website

https://bluehorizonenergy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Blue Horizon Energy is a Plymouth, Minnesota-based full-service commercial solar developer founded in 2009 that designs, installs, and services solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging systems for farms, commercial properties, municipalities, and enterprises across the Upper Midwest (primarily Minnesota, Iowa, and Colorado).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Solar Installation Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing (EUAMAHAC), Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts) (EUAMABAF), Renewable Energy Industrial Facilities Construction (Solar, Wind, Storage) (IMAFADAD)

Keywords

• Commercial solar installation
• Agricultural solar systems
• Battery energy storage
• EV charging infrastructure
• Solar construction services

Headquarters

HQ city

Minnetonka

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solar Energy System Installation: Full-service solar energy system design, installation, and commissioning for commercial, agricultural, municipal, and enterprise-scale customers. Projects generate reliable, efficient, and sustainable power with significant long-term economic savings. Revenue is project-based, derived from installation fees, with ongoing monitoring and maintenance services.
2. EV Charging & Battery Storage Solutions: Installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and battery energy storage systems, often integrated with solar installations to provide comprehensive energy solutions.
3. Construction Services: General construction services related to solar installations, including specialized expertise in directional boring, complex permitting, and multi-site project coordination.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Blue Horizon Energy is a full-service solar energy development company that designs, installs, and commissions turn-key solar PV systems for farms, commercial properties, enterprises, and municipalities across the Upper Midwest. Its offerings also include battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and related construction services such as custom solar carport structures, delivered as customized project-based solutions backed by warranties up to 25 years.

Product overview

Blue Horizon Energy is a full-service solar energy development company offering comprehensive clean energy solutions across multiple market segments. The core product portfolio consists of solar energy systems for farms/agribusiness, commercial properties, civic buildings, and enterprise-scale developments, complemented by EV charging infrastructure (EVSE), battery storage solutions (BESS), and construction services. The company also offers specialized products like Dual-Axis Trackers and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). Their projects are backed by industry-leading warranties up to 25 years on key components, ensuring reliable long-term performance and predictable savings. The company operates as a single unified offering with project-specific customization rather than a modular software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Solar Solutions for Farms and Agribusiness Custom solar PV systems for hog farms, dairy farms, grain farms, and family farms, including dual-axis trackers, roof-mounted, and ground-mounted configurations designed to maximize energy production on agricultural land and offset high, unpredictable electricity costs.
• Solar Solutions for Commercial Property Rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations for commercial buildings, warehouses, retail locations, and multi-tenant properties, designed to reduce operating costs and provide sustainable energy for business operations.
• Enterprise-Scale Solar Development Large-scale solar development for commercial real estate developers and businesses with significant energy demands, including turn-key development, tax equity partnership, and customized solar solutions for multi-property portfolios.
• Solar Solutions for Civic Buildings Solar installations for municipal buildings, schools, libraries, fire stations, and public facilities, with optional educational components for schools as part of STEM programming and power purchase agreement structuring available for public-sector buyers.
• EV Charging (EVSE) Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation and infrastructure services for commercial and enterprise customers, often integrated with on-site solar and battery storage deployments.
• Battery Storage (BESS) Battery energy storage system (BESS) deployment that enables facilities to operate off-grid during periods without sun or utility service and reduces demand charges by controlling peak energy consumption.
• Construction Services Full-service solar construction services, including custom solar carport structures, parking canopy installations, directional boring, complex permitting, and multi-site project coordination.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95%+ energy cost reduction for hog farm operations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Mortenson PropertiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2025Multiple solar installations for Mortenson including Denver headquarters (25% of building energy generated on-site, preventing 4,978 metric tons of CO2 over array lifetime) and Golden Valley headquarters. Projects include removing end-of-life solar arrays, delivering new arrays with increased power output, and ribbon-cutting ceremonies.
• Bridge Investment GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership with Bridge Investment Group on the Excelsior Crossings project in Hopkins, MN - a 1,503.88 kW DC solar canopy over an existing parking garage. The project was recognized as 2025 MnSEIA Solar Project of the Year. Bridge provided the property and Blue Horizon Energy delivered the solar installation.
• Sleep NumberflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2022Major nationwide sustainability initiative with Sleep Number Corporation targeting conversion of approximately 650 retail stores and distribution centers to solar power. Blue Horizon Energy provides strategic support and overall execution for customized solar solutions across Sleep Number's mixed-format, multi-state real estate portfolio. Target of 75% solar conversion with ~20% energy from solar by end of first year. Projected investment of nearly $5 million for the initial phase.
• PanasoniccoreTechnology or IntegrationBlue Horizon Energy is designated as an Elite Installer by Panasonic and has received multiple awards including Commercial Solar Installer of the Year for the Midwest Region. Company installs Panasonic N325 HIT solar modules and maintains close partnership for product quality and warranty support.
• Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO Griffin Dooling serves as Board President of MnSEIA. Company is deeply involved in association's development, educational programming, lobbying efforts, and strategic planning. MnSEIA represents over 125 member companies in Minnesota's solar industry.
• Minnesota Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVP of Development Mark Isaacson serves as volunteer board member on the Chamber's Environmental Sustainability Foundation. Company engagement in chamber activities and sustainability initiatives.
• Tailwind GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReal estate development company headquartered in Mankato, MN. Blue Horizon Energy delivered 1,070 kW DC of solar across two projects including Mankato Heights Mall and Profinium Building. Partnership enables short-term tax equity capitalization and long-term energy savings for Tailwind's multi-tenant properties.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ReVision Energy: Employee-owned commercial and residential solar installer serving the Northeast US. Direct peer as a regionally concentrated full-service solar EPC with strong brand reputation and vertically integrated design/build capabilities, mirroring Blue Horizon's Midwest model.
• Namaste Solar: Colorado-based employee-owned commercial solar EPC serving the Rocky Mountain region. Direct peer given similar full-service commercial solar model, complex project capabilities, and footprint in a state where Blue Horizon is also expanding.
• Semper Solaris: California-headquartered commercial and residential solar EPC with strong regional brand. Direct peer as a vertically integrated solar installer pursuing commercial, residential, and battery storage work with similar sales-led go-to-market.
• Renu Energy Systems: Midwest-based solar EPC serving residential and commercial customers in Missouri and surrounding states. Direct peer as a regional full-service installer focused on quality workmanship and long-term customer relationships.
• Firefly Solar: Upper Midwest commercial and residential solar installer based in Wisconsin. Direct peer with comparable regional focus on farms, commercial, and municipal customers and similar enterprise-style project capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• DSD Renewables: Large national commercial and industrial solar EPC and developer with broad geographic coverage. Broad incumbent given overlapping capability in commercial solar installation and ability to handle multi-site rollouts Blue Horizon competes for.
• Trinity Solar: One of the largest US residential and commercial solar installers. Broad incumbent covering a larger geographic footprint than Blue Horizon, with similar vertically integrated design-build-sale model and warranty-backed offerings.
• ION Solar: Multi-state residential and commercial solar installer expanding across the US. Broad incumbent offering solar systems with battery and EV charger add-ons, overlapping with Blue Horizon's integrated clean energy solutions.

Regional players

• Sundog Solar: Commercial and residential solar installer serving the Plains and Midwest US. Regional peer with comparable agribusiness and small commercial customer focus, operating primarily in geographies adjacent to Blue Horizon's footprint.

Others

• EnergySage Marketplace: Solar marketplace and consumer education platform connecting commercial and residential customers with vetted installers. Marketplace/comparable reference for installer selection and consumer acquisition dynamics in the commercial solar EPC channel Blue Horizon competes in.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/blue-horizon-energy
• Instagraminstagram.com/bluehorizonenergy
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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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