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EGT Solar Named a 2026 Top Solar Contractor (for Ten Consecutive Years!)

July 24, 2026

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For the tenth year in a row, EGT Solar has been recognized as a top solar installer in Solar Power World’s Top Solar Contractors List. The 2026 list was unveiled this week, and is the 15th anniversary edition of the solar industry’s most recognized annual listing of solar and energy storage installation companies in the United States.

Companies on the Top Solar Contractors List are grouped and listed by specific service, market, and states by 2025 installed capacity (in kWDC).

EGT Solar installed 3.119 MW of solar power in 2025, increasing our number of installed kilowatts by 150 percent over the previous year. We are ranked at No. 266 in the nation, and are the only Southwest Idaho-based installer on the 2026 list.

Top Solar Contractor Recognition a Win for EGT and for Idaho

It’s an honor for us to be recognized as a top solar contractor in Idaho, and to have done so for ten consecutive years is a huge accomplishment, not just for our company, but for our entire state. And we know we wouldn’t be here without the confidence and support of our customers who also understand the importance of divesting from the major utility companies to generate power right from their own rooftops.

2026 is proving to be a milestone year for the renewable energy industry, with the U.S. recently surpassing six million individual solar installations, and solar regularly the most-installed source of new electricity in the country. Based on these numbers, one thing is clear: despite policy and supply hurdles, the U.S. solar market shows no signs of slowing down.

And it’s fair to say that solar professionals are veteran members of the energy industry. That experience is reflected in the 2026 Top Solar Contractors List, with over 72 percent of listees having at least 10 years’ experience in solar — 58 percent have more than 15 years’ experience in solar, storage and energy construction. EGT Solar has installed residential and commercial solar in Idaho for 16 years.

A few notable commercial projects EGT has completed over the past year include the Caldwell Executive Airport, Whittier Elementary School, and Bogus Basin Ski Resort’s Rental Shop.

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The rooftop solar array at Whittier Elementary School in Boise, Idaho; installed in 2025 by EGT Solar

“Well-run companies are those that can adapt to a changing industry,” said Billy Ludt, managing editor of Solar Power World. “And we believe the 2026 Top Solar Contractors List features the strongest names in solar development, construction and installation.”

Resilience Amid Solar Industry Changes

Although our industry has certainly seen its share of changes, we have weathered them all — and we plan to continue serving Idaho long into the future. Our priority has always been an education-first sales approach, while keeping residents’ money in our state and advocating for clean energy policy. This is an ethos that our clients appreciate and has served our company well.

While the top five states for installations in 2026 matched last year (California, Illinois, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania), less populated states like Idaho also remain viable for rooftop solar.

As population growth continues surging in Idaho, demand for electricity is increasing. More people moving to our region means more strain on the grid, more frequent utility disruptions, and rising energy costs — which are only expected to increase. Rooftop solar and battery storage are a beneficial investment for homeowners and business owners who are looking to reduce their dependence on outside energy sources and create more long-term stability.

Even as our industry and our state continue to change and grow, we plan to continue empowering our community with energy alternatives, helping homeowners and business owners get relief from rising energy costs.

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Brody Barnes

Originally from Kansas, Brody built his career in the blue-collar trades, earning certifications in CDL operation, welding, and heavy equipment operation, all before discovering his calling in solar. He worked for solar companies across the U.S. before moving to Idaho in 2022 and joining EGT in 2024, where he helps make energy independence attainable for Treasure Valley homeowners and business owners. Today, his hands-on skills and years of experience in the solar industry give him a well-rounded perspective that benefits both our team and our customers.

Now based in Meridian, Brody values EGT’s culture of teamwork and credits our colleagues for making solar work both meaningful and enjoyable. When he’s not on-site, Brody enjoys spending sunny days golfing and taking his dog for walks around his community.

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Daniel Aguilar

As an Electrician and Project Manager, Daniel Aguilar brings more than two decades of hands-on electrical and solar experience to the projects he oversees at EGT Solar. His background includes roles as Journeyman, Foreman, and Project Manager for commercial electrical, HVAC, and general contracting companies, as well as ownership and operation of his own electrical contracting business. He has designed and installed electrical and control systems for banks, federal facilities, and commercial clients nationwide, including large-scale HVAC controls and solar arrays for institutions such as Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo, and has completed dozens of residential and commercial solar installations, from conduit and wiring through final commissioning.

In addition to his field experience, Daniel is well-versed in building automation and energy management systems, with a history of working on building management controls and remote commissioning for multi-site portfolios. He holds a C-10 Electrical General Contractor License in California and is a licensed Journeyman Electrician in Idaho, and he remains committed to continuing education in HVAC, lighting controls, and building automation. He especially enjoys working in the evolving renewable energy industry and has a particular interest in battery backup systems that enhance reliability and resilience for our customers’ solar installations.

Based in Meridian for the past six years, Daniel values hard work, family, and service to others. He names his daughters, Danielle and Nicole, as his greatest personal achievement and is proud to support causes that honor and assist veterans. On sunny days away from the jobsite, he enjoys skydiving or relaxing on the water while paddleboarding.

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Mitch eauclaire

As Supervising Electrician at EGT Solar, Mitch Eauclaire brings expertise, precision, and a deep commitment to quality craftsmanship to every solar installation. Since joining our team in 2018, Mitch has played an integral role in ensuring that each project meets the highest standards of safety and performance. His career in the electrical and construction trades, combined with his completion of electrician school in 2022, reflects years of hands-on experience and a strong dedication to continuous learning. Mitch takes great pride in helping homeowners and businesses benefit from reliable, renewable power.

A lifelong Idahoan now based in Kuna, Mitch is passionate about protecting the state’s natural beauty and public lands. When he’s not at work, you’ll often find him fly fishing, rafting, or exploring the rivers and mountains.

Austin Quapp.

Austin Quapp

Austin is EGT’s most tenured and experienced employee having joined the team in 2015. As service demand rapidly increased with accelerated growth Austin was a key part of EGT’s success in the early years. Austin is extremely knowledgeable and experienced with the majority of Solar systems on the market and is currently accredited with over 10 different battery manufacturers. With his extensive experience in all things Solar Austin manages all client interactions for service needs and system monitoring, is in constant communication with system and battery manufacturers providing them with much-needed feedback on the true results of product performance and assists all other departments with insight and expectations to make sure our messaging is consistent and accurate throughout the entire process.

Austin is regularly a client favorite and usually the last face our clients see to complete their projects which is critical to protecting the overall client experience and future referrals. His sincere demeanor and empathy for our clients’ needs is why Austin has grown to be a true leader within EGT and will be a tremendous asset and resource for many years to come.

Caitlin Trojacek.

Caitlin Trojacek

Caitlin Joined EGT in 2023 after three years of managing internal operations for one of EGT’s well-known competitors. Caitlin brings a vast amount of experience to our team with knowledge of each aspect from sales and customer acquisition to project processing and installation. She is proficient in project planning, resource allocation, and risk management, ensuring seamless project execution from inception to completion. Caitlin is well-versed in industry best practices, regulations, and jurisdictional and utility requirements. Her work ethic and incredible organizational skills have simplified and expedited much of the day-to-day tasks for project processing and scheduling, allowing EGT to take on more projects and maintain the standard of service that has been paramount to EGT’s continued success. As she develops and implements structured processes for our electricians and installation crews and provides fine-tuning of the flow and management of internal and external communication we know that our clients, our partners, and our staff are receiving the best possible experience. 

Caitlin is known for her bright spirit and collaborative leadership style in fostering teamwork and communication. She believes in building strong relationships with our internal and external stakeholders to ensure a harmonious working environment and successful project outcomes. Her attention to detail, organization, and ability to navigate complex challenges is why Caitlin will be a critical factor in EGT’s continued growth and success.

Dan Bennett.

Dan Bennett

Dan left his twelve-year career in the spring of 2022 as general manager of one of the largest furniture retail locations in the country to take on this role for EGT Solar. His extensive experience in managing sales, service, and operations ensures integrity and a customer-first commitment in all facets of project processing.

As consistent, honest, and transparent messaging is vital to the solar industry, Dan has developed and implemented a rigorous training regimen for our sales and design consultants to effectively and accurately provide information to our clients and the solar community in Southern Idaho. He has undertaken the study and execution of all internal and external processes to better understand an ever-changing solar market affected by innovation, legislation, utility-level policy, and financial targets of our consumers. Dan uses this continued education and research to provide our clients, staff, and the Southern Idaho solar community with information regarding new product offerings, proposed policy changes, and potential effects of incoming legislation. This information provides our base with a unique advantage in battling for-profit utilities and mitigating inflation — while generating clean, green solar energy for themselves, their families, employees, and neighbors.

Dan is committed to the growth and development of EGT Solar, and we are pleased to have his level of dedication and work ethic shine through in our education, sales, and marketing efforts now and for many years ahead.

Rob Black.

Rob Black

Rob started in the solar industry with EGT in 2015 and quickly became a huge asset to the team, leading the charge for revenue growth and providing education to our community; Rob was tasked with learning all facets of this industry and implementing core procedures into the daily operations of EGT Solar, including but not limited to internal processes from permitting, finance, design, and battery integration as well as sales management and project intake. Rob was promoted to Vice President in 2019 and was responsible for all internal operations while maintaining a robust sales portfolio. Shortly thereafter Rob married his wife, Adrienne in 2020. Adrienne has provided a solid foundation of support and understanding, allowing Rob to make the sacrifices an INC. 5000 company demands of its executive management and key revenue producers.

Rob’s financial background prior to joining the solar industry has been a remarkable benefit to our clients as he continually strives to keep the cost to install solar as inexpensive and fruitful as possible. EGT Solar would not be where we are today without Rob’s tremendous dedication and work ethic and we are pleased to have Rob take on the CEO position and lead this company and this industry in Southern Idaho towards the tremendous growth we are sure to see in years to come.

Bryan Lawley.

Bryan M. Lawley

Bryan founded EvenGreen Technology Inc. (DBA EGT Solar) in 2010 when alternative energy products had a very small market in southern Idaho; with a mere fifty-four (54) Solar installations in the state.  Bryan knew the latest changes in technology would allow for growth in demand. As his intuition became a reality and the market started quickly growing in 2013 Bryan made a commitment to his community and his staff that above all else, honesty and transparency in all facets is the mode of operation for this company. This foundational culture quickly lifted EGT to the top-rated solar company in Idaho and it is still in this position today.

Bryan, born and raised in southern Idaho, has a true commitment to the strength and longevity of the Idaho solar market. Bryan is proud to offer a truly local option for Idahoans and prioritizes giving back to local community charities each year. Because of how he chose to operate EGT Solar, Bryan was nominated Idaho CEO of the Year (2016) and again in 2018. He is truly committed to his employees and ensures that EGT is an unbeatable company to work for. EGT has 5-star ratings on all social media platforms and is BBB A+ accredited since 2015. EGT has been named a Top 500 Solar Contractor 2015-2022; one of the only single branch operations to carry this accolade and the only Idaho-based solar company. In the last two years, EGT Solar has been listed among the INC. 5000 fastest-growing companies nationwide and continues to grow to this day thanks to Bryan’s continued commitment to his employees and this community.

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