Solar Works Strives for Business & Homeowner Self-Reliance
Tiana Reid — March 15, 2012 — Social Good
References: solarworksca & facebook
Based in Sebastopol, California, Solar Works is a certified B Corporation and a solar contractor that offers state-of-the-art design and installation for community organizations, non-profits, homes and businesses alike.
"Since 1986, Solar Works has been giving people the power to make a difference," writes B Corproation on its profile of the social and environmental business. "John Parry, CEO and owner, built Solar Works from a one-person solar hot water business to a respected solar energy company that has installed more solar systems in Sonoma County than any other local installer."
The company also supports local NGOs and is committed to social justice.
Contact Information
Solar Works website
Solar Works on Facebook
"Since 1986, Solar Works has been giving people the power to make a difference," writes B Corproation on its profile of the social and environmental business. "John Parry, CEO and owner, built Solar Works from a one-person solar hot water business to a respected solar energy company that has installed more solar systems in Sonoma County than any other local installer."
The company also supports local NGOs and is committed to social justice.
Contact Information
Solar Works website
Solar Works on Facebook
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