PNW’s Premier Solar and
Battery Experts
- Puget Sound's Experts In Complex Solar & Battery Systems
- More Than 20 Years Experience, Since 2003
- Backed By Generac - Trusted Reliability For Over 65 Years
PNW’s Premier Solar and
Battery Experts
- Puget Sound's Experts In Complex Solar & Battery Systems
- More Than 20 Years Experience, Since 2003
- Backed By Generac - Trusted Reliability For Over 65 Years
Award Winning Designer of Energy Systems, Residential and Commercial
The founders of Clean Energy Innovators have embraced complex solar + battery installations since 2003.
We love the most challenging projects, as well as the simple ones. Our lean team offers fair pricing for residential and commercial solar & battery systems in the Seattle area, including the greater Puget Sound region and the higher elevations of remote Western Washington.
From the world’s largest solar power plant in 2006, to Generac’s national Project of the Year in 2023, we have installed nearly 1,000 major utility scale, large commercial rooftop, and home rooftop and ground systems.
Our Most Recent Honor: Generac's Project of the Year
From thousands of Generac solar and battery installations throughout North America, Clean Energy Innovators was chosen for this national honor. We’re proud of Generac’s vote of confidence in our innovation, creativity, exceptional quality and
5-star white glove service.
“It was a privilege supporting this visionary homeowner with one of the most innovative projects of 2023, and delivering the highest-quality Generac solar + battery equipment in the industry. We work with integrity and dedication on these larger complex projects, as well as the smallest straightforward ones.” – Randy Sprout, Clean Energy Innovators Chief Operating Officer.
"This is the future…., and these are the guys to get it done."
Jason R, Olympia WA
Generac PWRcell Battery + Solar Trusted for 65 years…
Generac innovates beyond generators to bring you 100% clean, green solar and battery systems.
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Why Contact Clean Energy Innovators?
Fair Pricing
We are lean and fast. Generac provides us free engineering and sales/marketing and we pass that through to you. Usually our project pricing is the lowest among all competitors, especially compared to the larger Seattle or out-of-state companies.
Owner-Driven
Your project is handled from beginning to end by the company owners. No passing the baton to lower-level people. You will always have the personal cell number of the owner for all follow-ups and support.
We're Local
We install residential and commercial solar and battery systems in Seattle, including the greater Puget Sound and more remote areas of Western Washington. We'll always be close-by to support you.
Stability
We're partnered with Generac, a 65-year old Fortune 1000 company with nearly $5 billion annual revenue, and over 70% of the USA standby power market share. Every Generac project is backed by a 25-year warranty.
Depth of Experience
Company owners have more than 30 years combined experience in solar, battery and other complex clean energy projects. We built the largest solar power plant in the world, in 2006!
5-Star Service
We care about delivering spectacular white-glove service to every customer, with attention to every detail. Please read our reviews!
Complex Projects
Our superpower is designing and building the most challenging or tricky projects, although we love the straightforward ones as well.
Exceptional Quality
Unlike large solar companies that rush projects as fast as possible, we only deliver exceptional quality Tier 1 premium equipment, installed with stellar workmanship, with care and pride in every detail and aesthetic.
Top Installer Team
Our installers are the best in the state, with decades of experience in electrical work and solar panel installation.
What our Seattle Area Customers Are Saying
Clean Energy Innovators
Jocelyn Lawrence Working with Randy and Clean Energy Innovators was a breeze! We had quotes from others that were drastically overpriced and felt like just another sale to them. Randy took the time to explain all details and figure out the correct amount of panels we needed for the result we wanted while caring about us as customers. The installation was simple and the crew worked efficiently. We hardly noticed them working, which is huge with four kiddos! Since installation, Randy has checked in and confirmed all details with the final steps with PSE. Would recommend Randy and Clean Energy Innovators to anyone! KELLEY JONES Five stars just isn't enough for everyone at Clean Energy Innovators. Personal service is their game and we were all impressed with their expert attention to detail, quick installation and followup. A big "six stars" shout out to Randy and the crew! Ilia Gilderman I received a white glove service from these guys, and also an awesome present on top. Highly recommend. Karen Person After trying to work with two other solar companies who told us we had too many trees surrounding our house to have solar panels, Randy took the time to look at more pictures of our property and said we, in fact, could have solar panels installed and eliminate our electric bills each month. Working with a company that responds immediately to one's inquiries, going out of their way to make it work for you, is not only unusual, but an enjoyable experience. I appreciate the professionalism of Clean Energy Innovators and their customer service and response time are outstanding. R&K Vashon Island, WA Xiao Yang Randy Sprout, Owner/Operator of Clean Energy Innovators, was incredible to work with. He and his team went more above and beyond to make sure our system was operating correctly and efficiently. Our solar system had problems since the day we moved in the place. We tried many companies and made the countless calls but nobody care about it. We were struggling and almost gave up until we found Randy. We truly appreciated Randy’s professionalism, attention to detail, and his efforts to help us contact with Generac. Clean Energy gets our recommendation. They are the best in this area!!! Julie Miller I had been looking into solar energy when I saw a colleague who highly recommended Clean Energy with cofounder Randy Sprout. She was thrilled with her solar panels and said she pays nothing for her electric bill. I knew a bit more about solar power when I asked Randy to come speak to us. He gave us just the facts, a design plan that would bring us to no energy bills. He presented reflective solar panels, something I hadn't heard from the others, said they take on only one job site at a time and don't leave until they finish. They estimated about a week or so instead of several weeks other companies reported. More importantly he never pressured us to sign up for anything until we said we were ready. It is difficult to trust people who are hard core salespeople but I trusted Randy. His prices were competitive. I encourage anyone interested in getting solar energy to do their research and ask lots of questions. Interview different companies, get back up batteries or not. Clean Energy gets my recommendation. Jason Reese Absolutely incredible. We have used a lot contractors in the past several years and Randy and his crew with clean energy innovators are hands down, without a doubt the best. My family is committed to reducing our carbon footprint and self sufficient lifestyle and the solar panels with battery system integrating with our propane generator gives us complete energy independence. Truly remarkable. This is the future and these are the guys to get it done. Michael yonker Randy Sprout, Owner/Operator of Clean Energy Innovators, was incredible to work with. He designed a back up battery system that works seamlessly with our existing solar system. Randy and his team went above and beyond to make sure our system was operating correctly and efficiently. We truly appreciated Randy’s professionalism, attention to detail, and his commitment to our project. We could not be happier that we chose a Generac battery system, and Randy Sprout and his company to make this project a reality. Roger Switzer Clean Energy Innovators excels in professional planning and support of its Generac-based solar backup solutions. From our first contact with the company owner, communication has been exceptional. The proposed system was customized to meet our backup and electrical usage requirements. A detailed engineering and permitting plan was submitted for our review before installation, and our suggestions were incorporated into the plan before final submittal. The layout of our home was particularly challenging for placement of battery backup since the electric service entrance is at the lower corner of the house furthest from the garage where batteries are normally located. CEI provided great planning support to meet the safety requirements of both the city of Anacortes and the electrical requirements of Washington Labor and Industries. They also went the extra mile to make the equipment installation as neat as possible in our home. We did encounter some intermittent problems with solar production on one of the solar strings shortly after installation, but the owner of CEI stayed in close contact with us and Generac during the debugging process. The issue turned out to be an intermittent solar panel which was quickly replaced under warranty. CEI stands out from other businesses, when it comes to exceptional customer support. We are now producing all of our electricity needs and exporting the excess to the grid to be banked for usage during the lower sun winter months. So far, the electric bill is limited to the monthly connection fee, and we expect to make it through the rest of the year in that situation using the banked production. A feature of the Generac battery backup system that was attractive to us was the modularity of capacity in 3 kWh increments. We have the entry 9 kWh system which could be expanded up to 18 kWh if our electric backup needs should expand in the future. Since our heat and cooking is natural gas, the 9kWh battery will be sufficient for whole-home backup through an overnight power outage. The Generac battery and inverter system has been working well to meet our needs which originally were motivated by a desire for a backup power source. We are happy to have chosen the solar-powered battery backup over a natural-gas powered generator since we get the benefits every day that the sun rises. We are also very happy to have chosen Clean Energy Innovators as our solar backup provider. Kathy Wander The Generac Solar + battery system that was installed by Clean Energy Innovators has performed perfectly - precisely as promised and expected. We are delighted that Clean Energy Innovators helped us use the Generac PWRview app to diagnose and resolve water heater settings that were adding hundreds of dollars a year to our electric bill.
Our Specialty Design Areas
Step into a future of sustainable, affordable energy and declare independence from your utility company with a solar system installation. Harnessing the sun’s power, you’ll enjoy enhanced control over your energy consumption while diminishing your reliance on fossil fuels.
But remember, solar panels represent the first stride towards complete energy freedom and security. Consider pairing your solar array with a solar battery backup system to maximize your home energy system.
A Solar + Battery Storage system presents considerable power and capacity and equips your home with an inexhaustible energy source. This dynamic combination enables you to realize significant savings on energy bills while ensuring your home remains powered, even when the grid doesn’t cooperate.
A battery-only system can be customized to provide backup power ranging from a few hours to several days, ensuring your essential lights and systems remain functional during a power outage.
Battery backup systems offer a viable solution for those requiring immediate, dependable backup power. Whether you must safeguard sensitive data, support computer systems, or cater to critical medical needs, a battery backup system can provide the required resilience.
Solar-only projects are intended to created tremendous long-term economic benefit, eliminating a homeowner’s electric bill and saving $50,000 – $200,000 over the long term. While solar panels are warranted for 25 years, they often function well for 40-50 years. Free electricity for decades!
Imagine a home protection system that functions automatically; that’s exactly what a permanently installed home backup generator offers. Discreetly stationed outside your home, similar to a central air conditioning unit, it seamlessly integrates with your home’s electrical system to safeguard your entire property or just the essentials, depending on your needs.
What’s more, this home backup generator operates entirely on autopilot. There’s no need to start or turn it off manually; it handles those tasks by itself, whether you’re home or away.
Say goodbye to the inconvenience of running extension cords through windows or doors. Your home backup generator ensures safe and direct power delivery to your home’s electrical panel, simplifying your life while keeping your home powered and protected.
A microgrid typically operates in harmony with the primary grid, yet its standout feature is the ability to detach and run independently during crises like storms or power outages. Leveraging local energy generation provides an uninterrupted power supply when needed most.
You form a microgrid when you pair generators with solar and energy storage. Depending on the fuel source and management of its requirements, a microgrid can potentially operate indefinitely, making it an ideal solution for off-grid applications.
A microgrid might be the perfect fit if your property’s solar irradiance is limited due to tree cover, thereby rendering solar panels inefficient. Combining a small standby generator with batteries can deliver a reliable backup power source.
Critical Knowledge When Considering Clean Energy
Solar + Battery Cost Optimization
A home battery uses much of the same equipment as solar, therefore a solar + battery system is less expensive than the sum of separate projects.
Solar Alone Provides No Backup Protection
A home battery uses much of the same equipment as solar, therefore a solar + battery system is less expensive than the sum of separate projects.
Beware National Solar Financing
A home battery uses much of the same equipment as solar, therefore a solar + battery system is less expensive than the sum of separate projects.
Solar Creates Energy For Decades
Solar panels are warranted and guaranteed for a minimum of 25 years but may actually generate substantial power in a home for 40 or 50 years. Some solar facilities installed in the 60’s and 70’s are still in operation!
Excellent Incentives For Clean Energy
The recently-passed Inflation Reduction Act boosts the clean energy tax credit back to its full 30%, and this also now applies to home batteries alone, without solar. These incentives make solar + battery installations surprisingly affordable.
Solar Has A Good ROI In Washington
Washington State has a similar climate to Germany which until recently surpassed by China was the largest in solar installed base in the world. Yes, solar definitely makes strong economic sense in Washington.