Top 19 Solar Panels Manufacturers in California 2026

AWS Solar

Sun Valley, California

AWS Solar is a licensed C-10 electrical and solar contractor based in Sun Valley, California. The firm designs and installs rooftop solar arrays, Tesla Powerwall battery backup systems, electric-vehicle chargers, and main-panel upgrades for both residential and commercial customers.

California Renewable Energy

Roseville, California

California Renewable Energy is based in Roseville, California, and was founded in 1996. The company was created to address a need for affordable home energy solutions, aiming to help homeowners navigate the complexity of rebates, tax incentives, and government-backed financing.

Stellar Solar

Oceanside, California

Stellar Solar was founded in 1998 in Oceanside, California, and has grown into one of Southern California’s most experienced solar and battery storage installers. The company also operates a Michigan division under the same brand.

SunMade Smart Roofing, Solar Fresno & Electric

Fresno, California

SunMade Smart Roofing, Solar & Electric is based in Fresno, California, in the Central Valley. The company was officially established in 2016 by founder Oz Wardak, who began his journey in the solar industry in 2008.

Atlantica Mojave Solar Project

Hinkley, California

The Mojave solar plant sits near Hinkley in San Bernardino County, California, about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles. The 280‑megawatt (gross) parabolic‑trough facility reached commercial operation in 2014 and is owned by Atlantica, a global sustainable‑infrastructure company that operates renewable‑energy, natural‑gas, and transmission assets.

Cali Energy

Northridge, California

Cali Energy was founded in 2017 in Northridge, California, as a family-owned contractor serving the San Fernando Valley. The company began with a focus on roofing and expanded into solar, battery storage, and electrical work, operating under a single CSLB license (No.

Cali Solar - Lincoln Solar Panel Installation Contractor

Lincoln, California

Cali Solar is a solar installation contractor based in Lincoln, California, founded in 2018. The company serves residential and commercial customers throughout the state, focusing on solar panel and solar roofing system installations.

Pacific Solar

Clovis, California

Pacific Solar was founded in 1982 in the Central Valley city of Clovis, California. The family-owned business began as a local solar contractor serving homeowners and businesses across the region.

Poco Solar Energy Inc

Santa Clara, California

Poco Solar Energy Inc. was founded in 1984 in Santa Clara, California, by Paul Podesta and Greg Cordero.

Solar Optimum Glendale

Glendale, California

Solar Optimum is headquartered in Glendale, California, and has been operating since 2008. The firm specializes in residential and commercial solar panel installation, battery storage systems, roofing, and energy maintenance services.