Our Vision:

 To educate and enable every Texan
 to adopt solar energy as part of an
 equitable 100% clean energy future.

Lighthouse Solar | 67kW PV;
200kWh storage | Dripping Springs TX

About Us

Because we envision a world where our children will grow up in a clean, safe climate, TXSES supports bold solutions to educate, inspire and enable every Texan to adopt solar energy as part of an equitable, 100% clean energy future.

As a 501c3 not-for-profit organization, The Texas Solar Energy Society’s guiding policy stands by the pursuit of an equitable, inclusive approach to deploying distributed solar energy.

For more than four decades, TXSES has been the pre-eminent statewide organization developing free thought-leading, independent, fact-based educational materials that inspire innovation, share best practices and educate decision-makers on the critical importance of sound, favorable solar policies that will grow a diverse, equitable industry; build healthy, resilient communities; support local, well-paying jobs; and lay the foundation for a 100% clean energy future for Texas, one community at a time.

TXSES Impact

Going solar in 2024. Who do you trust?

by Patrice ‘Pete’ Parsons, TXSES Executive Director According to a recent Forbes article, nearly 90%…

Holt Renewables: Industry Highlight

As a benefit of being a TXSES Platinum Business Member, we highlight the member’s company…

Sharing the solar love

By Patrice ‘Pete’ ParsonsExecutive Director, TXSES Last weekend, I had the privilege of sharing our…
Texas Solar Guys

Solar News Of Note

Going solar in 2024. Who do you trust?

by Patrice ‘Pete’ Parsons, TXSES Executive Director According to a recent Forbes article, nearly 90%…

Holt Renewables: Industry Highlight

As a benefit of being a TXSES Platinum Business Member, we highlight the member’s company…

Project Manager/Customer Service

The Solar Cowboys 205A Executive Way Desoto, Texas 75115 469.399.0009 TECL# 36304 Job Description: The…

Our Generous Partners

Thanks to our long-standing partners who help us fulfill our mission to inspire every Texan to adopt solar energy as part of an equitable clean energy future. Thank you!

Austin Energy Green Building

Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB) cultivates innovation in building for the enrichment of the community’s environmental, economic, and human well-being. In 1991, AEGB developed the first rating system in the U.S. for evaluating the sustainability of buildings, inspiring many cities to follow. AEGB supports TXSES for the annual Cool House Tour and other projects that make Austin a more sustainable place to live for generations to come. Learn More

Earth Share of Texas

EarthShare of Texas is a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation committed to making environmental support as easy as possible by donating through workplace payroll contribution campaigns. Since 1992, EarthShare of Texas has raised funds on behalf of more than 40 nonprofits like TXSES. TXSES is honored to be an EarthShare member charity. Learn More

ecoshare reliant

Reliant Energy EcoShare Program

Sign up for Reliant Energy’s EcoShare™ program and a small monthly charge will be added to your electricity bill. Part of that charge will go to EarthShare of Texas, and a portion will go toward purchasing carbon offsets. Reliant EcoShare™ participants have helped raise more than a million dollars to help EarthShare of Texas support dozens of local environmental groups like TXSES. Learn More

The Texas Solar Energy Society is a member of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES), the nation’s leading association of solar professionals and advocates. ASES is a catalyst and a valuable resource in the emergence and re-evolution of America’s new energy economy, in a way that deeply values the role of all stakeholders in a collaborative and transparent co-creative process. They have been shining a light on the solution since 1954. Become a member and receive Solar Today Magazine. Take a tour!

Donors

For more than four decades, TXSES has been a strong voice for solar energy awareness and action at the local level. Thanks to our donors whose financial support makes a substantial impact on our mission to ensure equitable access to solar energy for every Texan.

$500-$50,000+

Ariane Beck and Eric Sebesta
Amy Cullen
Laura Doll
Michael Ebbers
Robert Foster
Cliff Gladstein
Michael and Jane Gladstein
Margie and John Haley          
Ann Hamilton
Dave Hanson 
Georgina Maldonado and Greg Hook    
Jack Martin 
Vic and Mary McNally          
Vivienne Schiffer      
Alan Shumann


Boone Family Foundation
Dallas Community Foundation     
Educational Foundation of America 
Jacob and Terese Hershey Foundation  
The Meadows Foundation
The Mitchell Foundation   
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory      

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