Solar Landscape Named Nation’s Leading Rooftop Commercial Solar Developer by Solar Power World
As commercial real estate (CRE) owners seek innovative ways to enhance property value and maximize underutilized assets, rooftop solar energy has rapidly emerged as a strategic solution. With escalating demand for clean energy solutions and intensifying competition across the solar industry, the choice of the right solar development partner has never been more crucial.
In recognition of its leadership and consistent delivery of results, Solar Power World has named Solar Landscape the No. 1 National Rooftop Commercial Solar Developer on its prestigious 2025 Top Solar Contractors List. This honor cements Solar Landscape’s role as the go-to partner for CRE landlords looking to tap into the growing rooftop solar opportunity.
“This recognition isn’t just about square footage or megawatts. It’s about trust, execution, and long-term partnerships,” said Shaun Keegan, Co-Founder and CEO of Solar Landscape. “We lease rooftop space from commercial property owners, make the investment in solar ourselves, and manage every aspect of the project. Our partners get guaranteed revenue with zero capex, and we handle the rest.”
Redefining Commercial Rooftop Solar
Founded in 2012, Solar Landscape has built its reputation on a unique, full-service rooftop solar model. It started as a construction company and has since evolved into the largest developer, builder, owner, and operator of commercial rooftop solar installations in the United States. Its operational footprint extends across multiple states, and it now partners with over 100 commercial real estate landlords, managing hundreds of rooftop solar arrays.
Unlike traditional solar firms that often require capital expenditure or co-investment from property owners, Solar Landscape offers a capital-free model. It leases rooftop space directly from building owners, assumes all development costs, and takes full responsibility for system installation, maintenance, and performance. In return, property owners receive predictable, long-term lease payments, effectively turning idle rooftops into revenue-generating assets.
This model removes typical barriers to entry for commercial landlords who may lack the financial or technical capacity to invest in solar themselves. Solar Landscape’s approach allows real estate owners to enhance net operating income (NOI) without making upfront capital commitments or navigating complex permitting and engineering processes.
Why the Recognition Matters
Solar Power World’s annual Top Solar Contractors List is a highly respected benchmark within the clean energy industry. The rankings are based on the cumulative megawatts installed by companies across the residential, commercial, utility-scale, and specialized solar sectors. Being named the No. 1 rooftop commercial solar developer signals more than just capacity—it reflects consistent performance, trust-based partnerships, and long-term operational excellence.
In a time when many solar developers are navigating regulatory changes and market volatility, Solar Landscape’s ability to deliver results at scale stands out. The company has proven it can not only meet the technical challenges of rooftop solar but also align its interests with those of property owners, offering win-win solutions that create financial and environmental value.
This award reflects Solar Landscape’s ability to solve complex challenges—like utility interconnection delays, grid constraints, and regional permitting requirements—while still executing at scale. Its national leadership signals to commercial real estate stakeholders that there is a reliable and proven path to rooftop solar success, even in a shifting policy environment.
Value for Commercial Real Estate Owners
The case for rooftop solar in commercial real estate is growing stronger by the year. With rising utility costs, increasing pressure for ESG compliance, and growing tenant demand for sustainable buildings, solar is no longer a fringe investment—it’s a strategic business decision.
Solar Landscape enables CRE owners to monetize thousands of square feet of rooftop area—assets that have traditionally been underutilized or overlooked. By partnering with Solar Landscape, landlords benefit from:
- Guaranteed long-term revenue from rooftop leases
- No upfront costs or capital expenditure
- Zero operational burden—Solar Landscape handles everything from design and permitting to construction, monitoring, and maintenance
- Increased property value and improved ESG performance, which can attract environmentally conscious tenants and investors
- Alignment with long-term sustainability goals, meeting increasing stakeholder demands for cleaner operations
With inflationary pressure and energy insecurity weighing on property portfolios, the model Solar Landscape offers can serve as a financial buffer and value-add differentiator in an otherwise competitive marketplace.
A Scalable, Sustainable Model
As the solar market continues to evolve—shaped by federal tax policy shifts, emerging state-level mandates, and the drive for decarbonization—many CRE owners find themselves overwhelmed by the complexity of clean energy integration. Solar Landscape fills this gap by acting as a turnkey partner, simplifying every stage of the rooftop solar journey.
The company’s integrated model includes:
- Project feasibility assessments
- Custom engineering and system design
- Navigating interconnection and utility approvals
- Financing and procurement of equipment
- Installation and long-term O&M (operations and maintenance)
- Ongoing compliance and reporting for ESG initiatives
By managing the full lifecycle of rooftop solar assets, Solar Landscape eliminates friction for landlords and provides a scalable, repeatable pathway for clean energy deployment across regional and national portfolios.
The firm’s momentum is also bolstered by growing public and private sector support for renewable energy. With continued incentives available through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and emerging policy frameworks promoting clean electricity, Solar Landscape’s turnkey, capital-light approach positions it as a critical enabler of the commercial solar transition.
Trusted Partnerships That Deliver
One of the most distinctive aspects of Solar Landscape’s growth has been its partnership-centric approach. The company doesn’t view its relationships with landlords as one-off transactions—it builds long-term collaborations based on aligned incentives and transparent communication.
This focus on relationships—rather than transactions—has earned Solar Landscape a trusted place among some of the nation’s most prominent industrial, logistics, and retail property owners. Its consistent delivery of on-time, on-budget, and fully managed solar systems has generated repeat business and national portfolio expansions, further solidifying its industry leadership.
“We aren’t just a contractor—we’re a partner for the entire journey,” Keegan emphasized. “From the first conversation to year 25 of system operation, we’re aligned with the property owner every step of the way.”
