Join Legacy Solar Co-op, Driftless Area Land Conservancy and Ethos Green Power Cooperative at the Cates Family Farm in Spring Green for a free workshop: “Installing Solar Panels at Rural Properties”, taking place Friday, October 20 from 1:00-3:00 pm.
After touring the Cates Family Farm solar array, we’ll learn all about choosing an installer, grants to apply for, tax rebates, site selection, post-installation items such as kW generation and billing, and more to help others along their path to greater sustainability!
Interview with Larry Steffen, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing, and David Pluym, Senior Solar Energy Consultant of Eagle Point Solar
Dave Plyum, Eagle Point Solar
Larry Steffen, Eagle Point Solar
Tell us a little about Eagle Point Solar
Founded in 2010, Eagle Point Solar is dedicated to providing renewable solar energy solutions throughout Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. We design, engineer and build systems of all sizes for residential homes, small businesses, large commercial facilities, agricultural operations, local governments, academic institutions and local utilities. Eagle Point Solar is one of the largest solar installers in the Midwest, and consistently ranked as a Solar Power World Top Solar Contractor and Solar + Storage Installer in the U.S. In addition to providing turnkey energy management solutions, Eagle Point Solar also offers; sales, design & engineering, permitting, utility interconnection, construction and service and support.
Troy Farm is an urban training and production farm located in Madison and operated by the nonprofit organization Rooted, WI, Inc. Rooted’s programs are devoted to increasing equitable access to land, fresh food, and learning opportunities in Madison and throughout Dane County.
Legacy Solar Co-op helps our members and nonmembers navigate their project and financing options – and even write grants – through our solar consulting services.
There are several grant and incentive programs available federally and in the state of Wisconsin.
Below, we outline grant options available to Wisconsin businesses and homeowners interested in adding solar to their property. Read more
Legacy Solar Co-op worked with member Arch Solar C&I to install a 38kW rooftop solar array at Racine County Foodbank and a 60kW rooftop solar array at HALO (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization), Inc. in Racine, WI. HALO’s array is expected to offset about 60% of the organization’s electricity annually.
Photo courtesy of Arch Solar C&I.
Solar Consulting
Make your solar vision a reality with expert help. At Legacy Solar Co-op, we specialize in supporting organizations and businesses through every step of the solar installation process, ensuring that your project is successful and sustainable. From research to financing, we’ve got you covered. We dedicated to helping you make informed choices about solar energy, connecting you with reliable vendors, and exploring funding opportunities to make your project affordable. Learn more about our solar consulting services today.
Slice of Sun Solar Bonds
Legacy Solar Co-op sells Slice-of-Sun Solar Bonds to any member who would like to support a Solar Legacy project like this one, and earn interest on their bonds purchased through the co-op. Ready to get involved?
Interview with Hartman Hoel, Project Development Manager at Sunpeak
Tell us more about how Sunpeak began.
In 2014, co-founders Chad Sorenson and Karl Huber saw a unique opportunity to start a commercial solar company in the Midwest focused on quality, customer education, and project efficiency. By blending Chad’s engineering and business expertise with the extensive finance and renewable energy development experience Karl had gained in more mature solar markets overseas (Germany and Japan), they created and honed SunPeak’s process-based approach to solar engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance. Read more
In 2023, Legacy Solar Co-op worked with member Arch Solar C&I to install a 91kW rooftop solar array at St. Robert Catholic School in Milwaukee, WI. The array is expected to offset about 30% of the organization’s electricity annually.
LOCATION: Green Bay, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 280 kW | COMPLETION DATE: January 2023
SOLARCONTRACTOR:
Curative Connections is a non-profit in Brown County, Wisconsin that helps seniors and adults with disabilities navigate options that support their goals for independence through a proactive approach to care and a clear focus on individual needs. Founded in 1948, they are a mission-driven and values-focused organization supporting a culture of gentleness.
We congratulate Emmanuel Community United Methodist Church in Menomonee Falls as one of our newest projects to go solar this year. Installed by member installer Arch Solar, the church invited us to help them advise them on their project in 2021. Their system is within weeks of commissioning by WE Energies, but they couldn’t wait to celebrate the solar savings they will soon realize! LSC staff attended their ribbon cutting on May 7th.
2025 LSC Annual MeetingDecember 5, 2025 - 1:09 am
A Warm Welcome to Our Newest Member: Sun Vault RoofingDecember 2, 2025 - 12:18 am
Solar Workshop: Installing Solar Panels at Rural Properties
/in EventsFriday, October 20: 1:00-3:00pm
Join Legacy Solar Co-op, Driftless Area Land Conservancy and Ethos Green Power Cooperative at the Cates Family Farm in Spring Green for a free workshop: “Installing Solar Panels at Rural Properties”, taking place Friday, October 20 from 1:00-3:00 pm.
After touring the Cates Family Farm solar array, we’ll learn all about choosing an installer, grants to apply for, tax rebates, site selection, post-installation items such as kW generation and billing, and more to help others along their path to greater sustainability!
For more information and to register, click here.
Pine Valley Community Village
/in ProjectsLOCATION: Richland Center, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 179.8 kW | COMPLETION DATE: September 2023
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Pine Valley Community Village consists of a 80-bed skilled care facility, and a 16-unit Assisted Living facility.
Read more
Installer Member Feature: Eagle Point Solar
/in Member InstallersInterview with Larry Steffen, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing, and David Pluym, Senior Solar Energy Consultant of Eagle Point Solar
Dave Plyum, Eagle Point Solar
Larry Steffen, Eagle Point Solar
Tell us a little about Eagle Point Solar
Founded in 2010, Eagle Point Solar is dedicated to providing renewable solar energy solutions throughout Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. We design, engineer and build systems of all sizes for residential homes, small businesses, large commercial facilities, agricultural operations, local governments, academic institutions and local utilities. Eagle Point Solar is one of the largest solar installers in the Midwest, and consistently ranked as a Solar Power World Top Solar Contractor and Solar + Storage Installer in the U.S. In addition to providing turnkey energy management solutions, Eagle Point Solar also offers; sales, design & engineering, permitting, utility interconnection, construction and service and support.
Read more
Rooted: Troy Farm
/in ProjectsLOCATION: Madison, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 5.18 kW | COMPLETION DATE: August 2023
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Troy Farm is an urban training and production farm located in Madison and operated by the nonprofit organization Rooted, WI, Inc. Rooted’s programs are devoted to increasing equitable access to land, fresh food, and learning opportunities in Madison and throughout Dane County.
Read more
Solar Grant Options for Wisconsin Businesses and Homeowners
/in Advice/Education, Featured, Financing SolarLegacy Solar Co-op helps our members and nonmembers navigate their project and financing options – and even write grants – through our solar consulting services.
There are several grant and incentive programs available federally and in the state of Wisconsin.
Below, we outline grant options available to Wisconsin businesses and homeowners interested in adding solar to their property.
Read more
HALO (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization), Inc.
/in Projects, UncategorizedLOCATION: Racine, Wisconsin
CAPACITY: 60KW
COMPLETION DATE: August 2023
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Legacy Solar Co-op worked with member Arch Solar C&I to install a 38kW rooftop solar array at Racine County Foodbank and a 60kW rooftop solar array at HALO (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization), Inc. in Racine, WI. HALO’s array is expected to offset about 60% of the organization’s electricity annually.
Photo courtesy of Arch Solar C&I.
Solar Consulting
Make your solar vision a reality with expert help. At Legacy Solar Co-op, we specialize in supporting organizations and businesses through every step of the solar installation process, ensuring that your project is successful and sustainable. From research to financing, we’ve got you covered. We dedicated to helping you make informed choices about solar energy, connecting you with reliable vendors, and exploring funding opportunities to make your project affordable. Learn more about our solar consulting services today.
Slice of Sun Solar Bonds
Legacy Solar Co-op sells Slice-of-Sun Solar Bonds to any member who would like to support a Solar Legacy project like this one, and earn interest on their bonds purchased through the co-op. Ready to get involved?
Installer Member Feature: Sunpeak
/in Member InstallersInterview with Hartman Hoel, Project Development Manager at Sunpeak
Tell us more about how Sunpeak began.
In 2014, co-founders Chad Sorenson and Karl Huber saw a unique opportunity to start a commercial solar company in the Midwest focused on quality, customer education, and project efficiency. By blending Chad’s engineering and business expertise with the extensive finance and renewable energy development experience Karl had gained in more mature solar markets overseas (Germany and Japan), they created and honed SunPeak’s process-based approach to solar engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance. Read more
St. Robert Parish
/in Projects, UncategorizedLOCATION: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
CAPACITY: 91KW
COMPLETION DATE: July 2023
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
In 2023, Legacy Solar Co-op worked with member Arch Solar C&I to install a 91kW rooftop solar array at St. Robert Catholic School in Milwaukee, WI. The array is expected to offset about 30% of the organization’s electricity annually.
Read more
Curative Connections
/in ProjectsLOCATION: Green Bay, Wisconsin | CAPACITY: 280 kW | COMPLETION DATE: January 2023
SOLAR CONTRACTOR:
Curative Connections is a non-profit in Brown County, Wisconsin that helps seniors and adults with disabilities navigate options that support their goals for independence through a proactive approach to care and a clear focus on individual needs. Founded in 1948, they are a mission-driven and values-focused organization supporting a culture of gentleness.
Read more
Congratulating Emmanuel Community United Methodist Church in Menomonee Falls
/in Events, Project UpdatesWe congratulate Emmanuel Community United Methodist Church in Menomonee Falls as one of our newest projects to go solar this year. Installed by member installer Arch Solar, the church invited us to help them advise them on their project in 2021. Their system is within weeks of commissioning by WE Energies, but they couldn’t wait to celebrate the solar savings they will soon realize! LSC staff attended their ribbon cutting on May 7th.