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About Universal Renewables

Universal Renewables is a District of Columbia-based solar power system developer, installer, distributor, integrator and O&M provider - delivering custom elevated solar power solutions to commercial and government clients. Our team is focused on building solar power systems that maximize the hosting capacity of each client rooftop – routinely increasing installed capacity by 50% to +500%. Over 10 MW installed and growing.

Solar canopy at 3801 Connecticut Ave. with a neighboring brick building and treetops behind

Our vision

Our vision is to empower our commercial and industrial clients to harness the abundant energy of the sun through accessible, reliable, and sustainable solar solutions. We are committed to driving the transition towards renewable energy by delivering high-quality solar panel systems that not only reduce energy costs but also minimize environmental impact.

We proudly manufacture American-made racking solutions

Designed to maximize space efficiency on even the most crowded rooftops. Our commitment to quality and sustainability drives us to provide reliable and innovative solar energy solutions that meet the unique challenges of urban environments.

Universal Renewables at a glance

Based inWashington, District of Columbia
In renewables since2011
What we doDevelop, engineer, manufacture, install and maintain elevated rooftop solar systems
ClientsCommercial and government
Capacity gain per rooftopRoutinely 50% to +500%
ManufacturingMade in the USA by Universal Aluminum Products, 100% domestic content, 80% recycled industrial aluminum waste
Racking systemsW System, Elevated Flush Mount, Flush Mount, High Tilt

Our team

Meet our dedicated experts driving sustainable innovation and reliable solar solutions.

Mark Ballantine, President & CEO

Mark Ballantine

President & CEO
mark.ballantine@universalrenewables.com

Kyle Helton, Director of Corporate & Project Development

Kyle Helton

Director of Corporate & Project Development
kyle.helton@universalrenewables.com

Sam Eanes, Director, Regulatory Compliance

Sam Eanes

Director, Regulatory Compliance
sam.eanes@universalrenewables.com

Sayyed Haider, Manager, Finance & Strategy

Sayyed Haider

Manager, Finance & Strategy
sayyed.haider@universalrenewables.com

Universal Aluminum Products

UAP is our sister company that focuses on manufacture and distribute elevated racking solutions for highly obstructed flat rooftops. UAP’s innovative products are Made in the USA with 100% domestic content and 80% recycled industrial aluminum waste.

Our mission

Sustainably produce and deliver the highest quality elevated photovoltaic racking products and accelerate their deployment across US national markets through (i) installer certification training, and (ii) inspection and certification of each UAP system placed in service.

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Why Universal Renewables?

Universal entered the renewable space in 2011. Over the past several years, our efforts have been rewarded — acceptance of Universal Renewable’s Elevated Rooftop Racking Solar System solutions have exceeded expectations.

We are proud to manufacture our products Made in the USA, and are the only company in the world that both manufactures and installs our solutions. It is important to us to provide jobs and contribute to our local economy. We are team players and approach our partnerships expecting to earn trust through hard work, delivery of a stellar product, ongoing support, and strong product warranty.

Aluminum racking frame under construction on the roof of 20 M Street, beside a curved metal penthouse wall
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