- Georgia Solar Energy Association: A non-profit organization working to promote renewable energy in the state of Georgia through, education, research and advocacy. The Georgia chapter of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES).
- Florida Solar Energy Center: Created by the Florida Legislature in 1975 to serve as the state’s energy research institute. The main responsibilities of the center are to conduct research, test and certify solar systems and develop education programs.
- Southface: Southface promotes sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance.With a longstanding reputation for providing sound environmental education and outreach programs, Southface has been recognized for excellence by the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, American Institute of Architects, American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers, Georgia Environmental Council, Earth Share of Georgia and numerous other industry and community organizations.
- North Carolina Solar Center: The North Carolina Solar Center serves as a clearinghouse for solar and other renewable energy programs, information, research, technical assistance, and training for the citizens of North Carolina and beyond.
- California Solar Energy Industries Association: CALSEIA’s purpose is to expand the use of all solar technologies in California and establish a sustainable industry for a clean energy future.
- The Vote Solar Initiative: In order to bring solar to scale, Vote Solar is working at the state level to implement the necessary policies to build robust solar markets — and pave the way for a transition to a renewable energy economy.
- Solar Nation: Where citizens rally and convince their leaders to make America a true Solar Power
- American Solar Energy Society: Established in 1954, the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is the nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the use of solar energy, energy efficiency, and other sustainable technologies in the U.S.
- DSIRE: DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Established in 1995, the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency is an ongoing project of the North Carolina Solar Center and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.
- Solar Decathlon: For three weeks in October 2009, the U.S. Department of Energy will host the Solar Decathlon—a competition in which 20 teams of college and university students compete to design, build, and operate the most attractive, effective, and energy-efficient solar-powered house.
- Solar America Cities: Through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar America Cities partnership, 25 major U.S. cities are working to accelerate the adoption of solar energy technologies for a cleaner, more secure energy future. The Solar America Cities program has engaged over 180 organizations, including municipal, county, and state agencies, solar companies, universities, utilities, and non-profit organizations. These partners have made a commitment to power their cities with clean, safe, reliable energy — solar energy.
- The Solar Foundation: For over 30 years, The Solar Foundation has promoted the use of solar energy technologies to help meet the world’s energy needs. Through education, research and market transformation, The Solar Foundation strives to increase the use of solar energy, our cleanest, greatest, and most available energy source.
- Solar Energy Industries Association: Established in 1974, the Solar Energy Industries Association is the national trade association of solar energy industry. As the voice of the industry, SEIA works to make solar a mainstream and significant energy source by expanding markets, removing market barriers, strengthening the industry and educating the public on the benefits of solar energy.
- Cooler Planet: We help you take steps to reduce your impact on the planet, while saving you both time and money.
- Solarserver: A forum and news site for solar energy related issues.
