Georgia Bright

Name

Georgia Bright

Legal name

The Capital Good Fund, Inc.

Website

https://georgiabright.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Solar Leasing and Community Solar Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Financing, Leasing & Ownership Platforms (Tax Equity, PPA, Securitization) (EUAMABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB), Community Solar Development & Subscription Management (EUAMAJAA), Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ)

Keywords

• Solar leasing programs
• Low-income solar access
• Community solar energy
• Residential solar installation
• Commercial solar procurement

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Federal Solar for All Grant Funding: Georgia BRIGHT received a $156 million allocation from the EPA's Solar for All program on Earth Day 2023. The funding supports free and low-cost solar installations for low-to-moderate income households across Georgia through mid-2029. The program was currently paused following termination notices from the current administration, though the funds are obligated and the team is pursuing legal avenues to reinstate the program.
2. Privately Capitalized Solar Programs: Following the Solar for All pause, Georgia BRIGHT is developing privately capitalized versions of its residential and commercial solar programs, targeting a commercial launch in January 2026 and a residential launch by mid-2026. Programs operate under a solar lease model where Georgia BRIGHT owns, monitors, and maintains the systems.
3. Safe Harbor as a Service: Capital Good Fund is pursuing a safe harbor strategy for solar tax credits under current rules. By purchasing at least 5% of project equipment before year-end, tax credit eligibility is locked in through 2029. For every $1 spent on safe harbor, $12 of projects can be supported. This model targets CDFIs, green banks, community banks, credit unions, and mission-aligned capital providers.
4. Capital Good Fund Lending Operations: Capital Good Fund, the parent nonprofit, has financed more than 16,000 loans totaling over $52 million to clients in 11 states since founding in 2009, through its DoubleGreen and HomeGreen loan programs. This provides operational expertise and financial infrastructure that underpins Georgia BRIGHT.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Georgia BRIGHT is a nonprofit solar program administered by Capital Good Fund that delivers affordable rooftop solar to Georgia residents through four distinct offerings: the No-Cost Solar Plan (a fully prepaid solar lease for income-eligible homeowners), the Residential Solar Savings Plan (a lease with guaranteed 20%+ day-one savings), the Community Benefit Solar Plan (a Solar Energy Procurement Agreement for commercial properties that share 80% of savings with low-income households), and the Utility-Led Community Solar Plan (grants to utilities for shared solar credits). Installation, monitoring, and maintenance are delivered by a vetted network of eight licensed solar contractors operating statewide.

Product overview

Georgia BRIGHT is a multi-program initiative led by Capital Good Fund that offers four distinct solar programs under the Solar for All umbrella: the No-Cost Solar Plan providing free solar systems to income-eligible homeowners, the Residential Solar Savings Plan offering leased solar with guaranteed savings, the Community Benefit Solar Plan enabling businesses to share solar savings with low-income households, and the Utility-Led Community Solar Plan providing grants to utilities for shared solar programs. The company also offers Safe Harbor as a Service to preserve access to solar tax credits. All programs are designed to make solar energy accessible to low-to-moderate income communities in Georgia, with emphasis on those historically excluded from clean energy transition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• No-Cost Solar Plan: Free fully maintained solar system with no upfront costs for income-eligible homeowners, funded through Solar for All
• Residential Solar Savings Plan
• Community Benefit Solar Plan
• Utility-Led Community Solar Plan
• Safe Harbor as a Service
• Capital Good Fund BRIGHT Lease

Products and services

• No-Cost Solar Plan A fully prepaid solar lease providing free rooftop solar systems to income-eligible Georgia homeowners at or below 80% of Area Median Income or residents of disadvantaged census tracts. Recipients face no upfront cost, no monthly payments, and no maintenance fees for the life of the plan. Georgia BRIGHT (via Capital Good Fund) installs, owns, monitors, and maintains the system, and recipients receive all electricity produced. Selection occurs through a randomized drawing, with approximately 400 systems in the first drawing and another ~400 in spring 2026.
• Residential Solar Savings Plan A solar lease program providing custom rooftop solar installations at no upfront cost with low monthly payments that guarantee at least 20% savings on energy bills from day one, net of monthly payments. The package includes all installation, monitoring, and maintenance, plus an option for battery storage for storm resilience. Approximately 2,000 systems are planned across Georgia through Solar for All funding.
• Community Benefit Solar Plan

Quantifiable outcome

• Participants save 50–70% on electricity bills through the No-Cost Solar Plan
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• City of AtlantacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2023City of Atlanta is a named Coalition Member in the Georgia BRIGHT Communities Coalition. Atlanta is one of Georgia's largest cities and serves as a key implementation partner and service area for the Solar for All program.
• City of SavannahcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2023City of Savannah is a named Coalition Member and the origin city of the Georgia BRIGHT program (sparked by a cold email from Savannah's Clean Energy Program Manager to Capital Good Fund's CEO). Savannah is committed to 100% clean energy by 2035 and is a key implementation partner.
• City of DecaturcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2023City of Decatur is a named Coalition Member. Decatur's Energy and Sustainability Manager (David Nifong) serves on the Georgia BRIGHT Advisory Board. Decatur participates as a key municipality partner.
• Georgia BRIGHT Communities Coalition (91+ Partners)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Beyond the three named coalition cities, the Georgia BRIGHT Communities Coalition includes 91+ additional partner organizations providing letters of support. Coalition partners include nonprofit organizations, municipalities, faith communities, implementation partners, and citizens. Partners include Georgia Interfaith Power and Light, Southern Environmental Law Center, Georgia Conservation Voters, and others working toward shared climate, economic, and social justice goals.
• Alternative Energy SoutheastcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlternative Energy Southeast (AES) has been designing, installing, and servicing solar power systems for Georgia homeowners since 2007. NABCEP-certified team with a 20-year Power Performance Guarantee. Selected as a vetted Georgia BRIGHT solar contractor partner after a rigorous evaluation process.
• Be Smart Home SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBe Smart Home Solutions is a vetted Georgia BRIGHT solar contractor that provides comprehensive energy efficiency assessments alongside solar installations, treating the home as a complete energy system. Selected through Georgia BRIGHT's rigorous vetting process.
• Better Tomorrow SolarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBetter Tomorrow Solar is a mission-driven solar and battery installation company, a trusted partner in Georgia BRIGHT's Solar for All pilot program since 2019. Recognized by Forbes as Top 3 Solar Installer in Georgia, A+ BBB rating, 4.9-star Google reviews. Multilingual staff (Spanish, French, Farsi, and more). Selected as a vetted Georgia BRIGHT contractor.
• Do Everything Wonderfully (D.E.W)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorD.E.W, owned and operated by Abioduni Martin, specializes in Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Signage Installation. OSHA 10 and 30 certified, MBE certified. Has completed projects with the City of Atlanta's Department of Watershed, Porsche Atlanta, and the Emory Musculoskeletal Institute. D.E.W's owner serves on the Georgia BRIGHT Advisory Board.
• Infinite Energy AdvisorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInfinite Energy Advisors, founded by Georgia Tech alumna Olivia Amyette (40 Under 40 honoree), is Georgia's fastest community-driven solar company with in-house crews and the state's only government-registered solar apprenticeship program. Recognized with Best of Georgia and Best of Gwinnett honors. Partnered on solarizing 68 Habitat for Humanity homes. Founder serves on the Georgia BRIGHT Advisory Board.
• Solar Energy PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSolar Energy Partners is a trusted leader in renewable energy solutions serving homeowners and businesses across Georgia and South Carolina. Members of the Georgia Solar Energy Association (GA Solar) and Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. NABCEP-trained professionals and certified master electricians. Regional Sales Manager Jared Wells serves on the Georgia BRIGHT Advisory Board.
• Sunpath SolarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSunpath Solar is a Georgia-based, community-focused turnkey solar contractor handling every step in-house — from design and permitting to installation and long-term support. Has installed hundreds of solar systems across Georgia, known for craftsmanship and five-star customer service. Selected as a vetted Georgia BRIGHT contractor.
• Zero Grid Power SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZero Grid Power Solutions is a locally owned solar company based in Meansville, GA, with over 40 years of combined professional experience and more than 2,500 residential solar projects completed since 2020. In-house team handles every step — no subcontracting. Selected as a vetted Georgia BRIGHT contractor.
• Georgia Solar Energy AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Georgia Solar Energy Association (GA Solar) is a professional industry association of which Solar Energy Partners (a Georgia BRIGHT contractor) is a member. The association supports professional standards, industry leadership, and ongoing education in the Georgia solar industry.
• Solar Knowledge InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Solar Knowledge Institute, founded by Olivia Amyette (Infinite Energy Advisors), is Georgia's first DOL-Approved Registered Apprenticeship program focused on solar construction. It trains the next generation of solar professionals, aligning with Georgia BRIGHT's workforce development goals.
• Habitat for Humanity (Georgia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInfinite Energy Advisors (a Georgia BRIGHT contractor partner) partnered with Habitat for Humanity to solarize 68 Habitat for Humanity homes, a notable community impact initiative referenced in contractor profiles.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PosiGen: Solar leasing company focused on low-to-moderate income homeowners with a guaranteed-savings model, directly comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's Residential Solar Savings Plan. Serves a similar LMI segment with lease-based rooftop solar.
• GRID Alternatives: National nonprofit installer that provides no-cost rooftop solar to low-income households, directly comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's No-Cost Solar Plan and Community Advisory Board model. Operates across multiple states with a similar coalition + vetted-contractor delivery structure.

Broad incumbents

• Capital Good Fund: Parent nonprofit CDFI that administers Georgia BRIGHT; operates DoubleGreen and HomeGreen loan programs across 11 states with $52M+ deployed. Comparable as the financial-infrastructure backbone of the program and a model for other CDFI-led solar initiatives.
• Sunrun: Largest US residential solar lease/PPA provider; comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's solar lease model and the Residential Solar Savings Plan. Operates at national scale and represents the commercial incumbent whose model Georgia BRIGHT adapts for LMI households.
• GoodLeap: Leading residential solar and home improvement financing platform; comparable to Capital Good Fund's lending infrastructure that underwrites Georgia BRIGHT's lease program and similar in providing mission-aligned capital to LMI borrowers.

Others

• EnergySage: Solar marketplace that educates consumers and connects them to vetted installers; comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's role as a trusted intermediary that matches LMI customers with pre-vetted Georgia contractors and handles the lease-financing wrapper.

Emerging players

• Solar United Neighbors: Nonprofit that organizes solar co-ops and educates households on going solar; comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's community outreach and education channels via its 40-member Advisory Board and community-led GTM motion.
• Sunlight Financial: Solar loan and lease financing provider; comparable to the lease/financing structure that Capital Good Fund provides to Georgia BRIGHT customers under the BRIGHT Lease product.

Regional players

• ReVision Energy: Regional mission-driven solar installer operating in the Northeast; comparable to Georgia BRIGHT's vetted-contractor model and its emphasis on LMI and community-benefit installations.
• Habitat for Humanity (Georgia): Affordable housing nonprofit with a Georgia chapter that has partnered with Georgia BRIGHT contractors (e.g., Infinite Energy Advisors solarized 68 Habitat homes); comparable as a community-housing delivery channel for LMI solar installations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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