2. SOLARCITY : MISSION
SolarCity is a national leader in clean energy
services.
Their approach is to install systems to the highest
engineering standards while making the switch
simple for customers.
Customers get a cleaner, more affordable
alternative to their monthly utility bill.
SolarCity calls this Better Energy™
3. SCOPE OF OPERATIONS (14
STATES)
Arizona New Jersey
California New York
Colorado Oregon
Connecticut Pennsylvania
Delaware Texas
Hawaii Washington
Maryland Washington D.C.
Massachusetts No Georgia!
9. BUSINESS MODEL
Better technology and a sustainable business model is helping
power a growing movement to cleaner more affordable energy
from the sun.
It is easy for customers to switch to cleaner energy. SolarCity
takes a comprehensive look at the customers' energy usage and
identifies opportunities for improvements.
They provide the full service - from permissions, designing
through installation, live-monitoring and repairs. They also
guarantee performance of the energy systems.
They do all their work in-house without involving third-party
contractors. They’re single-point of contact for all energy needs.
11. RESULTS!
Successfully reduce the cost of clean energy.
Set up charging station for fleet of fuel efficient vehicles.
Accurately brought down homeowners electricity bill per month.
Serves 14 states, 25000 customers with 25 local operating
centers.
Helps the environment by wasting less energy and requiring less
new energy production (energy efficiency)
Recognized with environmental leadership awards by Aspen
Institute and Acterra.
Recognized as the a Green Power Supplier of the year by DOE in
2010
Better for the planet, better for your pocketbook, and better for
your energy-focused lifestyle.
12. TIMELINES
2006 - Founded by Peter & Lyndon Rives. HQ in San Mateo, CA.
2007 - Becomes the leading provider of residential solar power in
CA
2008 - Actively providing solar services to business, government,
and non-profit organizations. Completed solar installation for eBay.
2009 - Introduces new financing options - zero upfront costs for
residences and new options for businesses.
2010 - Acquires Building Solutions, a software-enabled home energy
audit firm and begins to offer energy efficiency evaluations and
upgrades.
2011 - $280 million partnership with Google.
2012 - SolarCity is named #10 on Fast Company's list of the 50
most innovative companies in the world. 5000 solar panels on 14
Boulder Valley District Schools. $1 Billion project for U.S. Military.
16. MANAGEMENT TEAM
Lyndon Rive, Founder &
CEO Peter Rive, COO & CTO
SolarCity was founded in July, 2006 based on a
suggestion for a solar company concept from Elon
Musk.
17. WHO IS ELON Co-
founder
MUSK?
CEO &
Chairman
CEO &
Founder
Chairman, SolarCity.
21. 8 TEAM-VALUES
1. We Are Teammates
2. We are Innovators who Welcome Change
3. We Change the World for the Better
4. We Act with Honesty and Integrity
5. We Provide Quality Workmanship
6. We Strive to Exceed Customer Expectations
7. We Are Anchored in Safety
8. We Strive to Lower Costs
23. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Full medical, dental, and vision; flexible spending accounts for
employees and eligible dependents
401k plan
Pre-public stock options
Customer and employee referral bonus program
Carpooling, rideshare and bike to work coordination
Earth Team - volunteer groups
Annual company parties
25. EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION
Young, smart, professionals committed to sustainability
Friendly, fun-loving, driven & dedicated atmosphere: One team.
Fast paced environment and limitless opportunities.
Challenging and creative job roles.
Rapidly growing Industry - SolarCity is the market leader.
Proudly travel to work in Priuses, Teslas and bicycles over SUVs.
Directly impact the growth of solar energy and decrease
dependence on non-renewable energy in the United States.
Off-setting negative impact of carbon based fuels on the
environment and positively impacting our world.
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28. SOME NOTES -
The federal tax credit alone covers 30% of the solar system cost,
and combined with additional state and utility rebates, your net
cost of a solar system can be up to 50% off the retail price!
Join the clean, affordable energy revolution!