“Winning a national award; a multifaceted achievement which brings recognition, validation, and awareness to our heartfelt mission.“

In an era where sustainable energy and corporate responsibility intersect, PV Squared (Pioneer Valley Photovoltaics), an award winning solar installer and worker-owned cooperative based in Greenfield, is thrilled to announce that it has been named the 2024 Winner for the “Most Forward-Thinking Contractor” Award.

Presented by Solar Power World, a nation-wide media outlet for the U.S. Solar Market, recognizes excellence in the solar industry by celebrating companies that demonstrate outstanding innovation, sustainability, and impact in their field.

This prestigious award celebrates individuals, teams, and organizations that have demonstrated exceptional foresight, creativity, and dedication to advancing the Solar Energy industry. The “Most Forward-Thinking Contractor” Award aims to honor those who are not only keeping pace with the current trends but are also setting new benchmarks and envisioning the future of our field.

The company’s dedication to “Heart & Solar” (heartfelt service, thoughtful design, and expert installation) coupled with a commitment to social and environmental sustainability, has propelled it to the forefront of the local solar energy industry. Empowering employees with the worker-owner option further solidifies the firm’s position as an industry leader not just in sustainable energy, but also in fostering a fair and inclusive workplace.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized as Solar Power World’s “Most Forward Thinking Contractor”, said Brittany Hathaway, PV Squared’s Marketing & Outreach Specialist and proud worker-owner. “Our worker-ownership structure has been at the heart of PV Squared’s mission for over 23 years, and brings a deep sense of pride and meaning to our work.”

“As a cooperative and democratically run business, we thrive on the shared success of all our members, and the positive impacts our work can have on our community, and the environment. We know that we can do so much more by working together, in collaboration and partnership, than we could ever do as individuals working in a traditional corporate hierarchy.”

This special moment in PV Squared’s history showcases a model of responsible and ethical business practices in an industry where environmental impact and social responsibility hold significant weight. It is anticipated that the announcement of this award will not only benefit PV Squared but will also set a precedent for other firms in the renewable energy sector to follow suit.

Rachel Levey, Inside Sales Specialist and proud worker-owner states, “To be recognized for our effort by a national outlet like Solar Power World not only fills me with pride, but also doubles down on the idea that the values-forward way we do things is truly worthwhile! It also signals a growing understanding in our highly-competitive industry that “business as usual” isn’t always the right way, and I hope the PV Squared success story inspires others to explore different business models and ways of being!”

“As worker-owners, we collectively set policies that are equitable and fair and in which no one feels exploited. This creates a virtuous circle in which our workers feel respected and have a sense of ownership, and as a result, they bring their best to the job every day, and we deliver for our clients and earn their referrals and repeat business. The secret sauce is no secret at all – do right by your customers AND your workers AND your community, and your business will thrive.” says Commercial Design & Sales Consultant and worker-owner Josh Hilsdon.

PV Squared’s winning of the “Most Forward-Thinking Contractor” Award will be announced in the upcoming “2024 Top Solar Contractors” Magazine, both in print and digital, taking place in July 2024. This annual publication brings together industry experts to celebrate the achievements and advancements of solar energy technology, policy, and impact.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

• Brittany Hathaway, Marketing & Outreach Specialist,
• Kate Carter, Director of Sales and Operations,