The leading solar installer certifications are through the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). This organization offers numerous certifications for solar system installation and sales professionals. In addition, many solar installers are licensed electricians.
The GreenLancer network encompasses thousands of experienced solar contractors and electricians with extensive experience. Many of these contractors have solar energy certifications and are licensed in the states where they operate.
Unfortunately, numerous solar PV companies have gone bankrupt in recent years, sometimes without completing the solar installation. Other companies have folded up, but the solar panels and inverters they installed are still under warranty.
PTO for a solar power project refers to the official approval for a solar installation to begin operation. Before a solar power system can send electricity to the grid or serve on-site energy needs, it must go through a series of approvals and inspections to ensure compliance with safety, technical, and regulatory standards.
PTO formally acknowledges that the solar system has been installed correctly, meets all necessary building and electrical code requirements, and is considered safe and compliant. This approval is a key milestone in the development of a solar project. Depending on the jurisdiction, it may involve coordination with local utility companies, solar permitting agencies, and other regulatory bodies.
Some solar energy systems fail to receive PTO for various reasons. In some cases, the solar company didn’t complete the solar installation. In other cases, building or electrical code violations must be corrected. The GreenLancer network includes qualified solar contractors that can help a solar project obtain PTO status.