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At A&R Solar, we believe that trust isn’t given—it’s earned through accountability, continuous education, and alignment with organizations that hold us to the highest standards. Our professional memberships aren’t just badges on a website. They represent our commitment to you.

We’ve aligned ourselves with the organizations below. Each one reinforces our promise to deliver quality, integrity, and lasting value to homeowners throughout Washington and Oregon.

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The Certifications and Memberships Behind Our Work

Certified B Corporation

A&R Solar is a Certified B Corporation, a designation that holds us accountable to more than just our bottom line. B Corps are businesses verified by the nonprofit B Lab to meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and legal accountability. We’re part of a global community of companies committed to using business as a force for good.


What this means for you: Our business practices are regularly audited against standards that include worker well-being, environmental impact, community engagement, and governance. When you work with a B Corp, you’re choosing a company that has proven its values through third-party verification—not just marketing language.

NABCEP is the gold standard for solar professional certification in North America. Our team includes NABCEP-certified professionals who have demonstrated advanced knowledge of photovoltaic systems, battery storage integration, and electrical safety through comprehensive examinations and ongoing education requirements.


What this means for you: NABCEP certification ensures that the people designing and installing your system have been tested on their technical knowledge and continue to stay current with evolving industry standards. It’s an independent verification that your installation will be performed by trained professionals who understand the complexities of residential solar and storage systems.

AMICUS is a member-owned cooperative of independent solar companies committed to quality installations, ethical business practices, and knowledge sharing. As a member, we participate in regular peer reviews, share best practices with other leading installers, and maintain access to group purchasing power that helps keep costs competitive without sacrificing quality.

What this means for you: Membership in AMICUS means we’re part of a network that holds each other accountable. We learn from the collective experience of dozens of established solar companies across the country, bringing proven solutions to your project.

Beyond installation, long-term system performance matters. AMICUS O&M represents our commitment to professional operations and maintenance standards. Through this division of the AMICUS cooperative, we access specialized training, best practices, and support systems designed specifically for the ongoing care of solar and battery installations.

What this means for you: Your system will perform for decades, and our participation in AMICUS O&M means we’re equipped to support it throughout its lifetime with professional-grade maintenance protocols and expert troubleshooting resources.

A&R Solar is listed as a qualified Trade Ally contractor with Energy Trust of Oregon, the organization that administers energy efficiency and renewable energy incentive programs for Oregon utility customers. This qualification is essential for Oregon homeowners who want to access solar incentives through Portland General Electric and Pacific Power.

 

What this means for you: If you’re an Oregon homeowner served by PGE or Pacific Power, working with a qualified Trade Ally like A&R Solar ensures your project meets all requirements to access available incentives. We handle the paperwork and coordination so you can maximize your investment.

As a member of SEIA, the national trade association for the solar industry, A&R Solar stays connected to federal policy developments, industry standards evolution, and national best practices. SEIA membership means we’re engaged with the broader solar industry and committed to advancing solar energy across the United States.

 

What this means for you: We stay informed about policy changes, incentive programs, and industry trends that could affect your system’s value and performance. Our SEIA membership ensures we’re not working in isolation—we’re part of the national conversation about solar’s future.

WASEIA brings together Washington’s solar professionals to advocate for strong consumer protections, standardized installation practices, and policies that support solar energy growth. Our membership demonstrates our commitment to raising standards specifically within Washington’s solar industry.

 

What this means for you: We’re actively working to improve the solar industry in Washington, advocating for regulations that protect consumers and ensure quality installations. When issues arise in the Washington solar market, we’re at the table helping to solve them.

OSSIA serves the same role in Oregon that WASEIA serves in Washington: bringing together solar professionals to advocate for industry standards and consumer protection. Our membership reflects our commitment to Oregon’s solar community and our investment in the state’s clean energy future.

What this means for you: We’re part of Oregon’s solar leadership, working to ensure that the industry maintains high standards and that homeowners like you are protected by strong regulations and best practices.

Solar Oregon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to solar energy throughout the state. As a member organization, A&R Solar supports their educational programs, community outreach, and efforts to make solar accessible to all Oregonians.

What this means for you: Our membership shows our commitment to Oregon’s solar community beyond just our customers. We support the broader mission of expanding clean energy access across the state.

Similar to Solar Oregon, Solar Washington works to advance solar energy throughout Washington State through education, advocacy, and community building. Our membership demonstrates our long-term commitment to Washington’s clean energy transition.

What this means for you: We’re invested in Washington’s solar future for the long term. This isn’t just a business opportunity for us—we’re committed to being part of the state’s energy solution.

The CleanTech Alliance connects companies across the Pacific Northwest that are working to build a sustainable, clean energy economy. Our membership places us within a broader ecosystem of organizations committed to climate solutions and clean technology innovation.

 

What this means for you: We’re connected to the innovation happening across clean energy technologies, which means we stay informed about emerging solutions that could benefit your home’s energy system now and in the future.

A&R Solar operates as a Social Purpose Corporation in Washington State, a legal structure that requires us to consider the impact of our decisions on our employees, the communities we serve, and the environment—not just our shareholders. This is written into our corporate charter.

What this means for you: Our commitment to social and environmental responsibility isn’t just philosophy; it’s legally embedded in how we operate. We’re structurally designed to balance profit with purpose.

A&R Solar is listed as a Puget Sound Energy recommended energy professional, meaning we’ve been vetted by the utility for our technical competence, code compliance, and customer service. PSE maintains this list to help their customers find qualified contractors.

What this means for you: If you’re a PSE customer, you can trust that your utility has reviewed our qualifications and recommends our services. This third-party validation from PSE adds another layer of verification to our credentials.