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Because we envision a world where our children will grow up in a clean, safe climate, TXSES supports bold solutions to educate and inspire every Texan to adopt solar energy as part of an equitable, 100% clean energy future.
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 the industry; protect clean air; build healthy, resilient communities; support local, well-paying jobs; and lay the foundation for building a strong solar foundation for a 100% clean energy future for Texas, one community at a time.
Solar News Of Note
Sharing the solar love
By Patrice 'Pete' ParsonsExecutive Director, TXSES Last weekend, I had the privilege of sharing our work at the annual/monthly meeting of the North Texas Renewable Energy Group (NTREG), one of our sister state chapters. As I began to put a presentation together to...
Industry Spotlight: The Solar Scouts
We talk with Nicholas Manto of The Solar Scouts, a TXSES Platinum Business member.
A New Year of Continued Partnerships
As energy demand continues to grow, so does the potential for greater energy risk. Despite statewide political efforts to subvert renewables, their growing numbers are enviable.
TXSES Impact
TXSES Report: “Texas Grid Reliability: 2022 Interruption Cost Analysis”
TXSES's new report analyzes the economic impact of grid service interruptions caused by extreme weather events in Texas. Executive Summary The Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES) is dedicated to enhancing Texas's energy infrastructure. This report presents an...
Solar + Storage vs. Generators in the United States
By Mohammad Alkhatib In the United States, the need for reliable backup power solutions is increasing due to frequent power outages and natural disasters. Solar storage systems and traditional generators are two prominent options for ensuring continuous power supply...
Report Commissioned by TXSES on the Value of Solar in Texas Released
By Patrice ‘Pete’ Parsons, TXSES Executive Director Until Hurricane Beryl, the biggest news in Texas energy this summer had stemmed from ERCOT Chief Executive Officer Pablo Vegas’s mid-June announcement to state legislators that demand for power in the ERCOT regions...
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.
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.
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.
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!
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Farmer Brittany Staie of Sprout City Farms, and farm manager at, picks tomatoes which have been growing at Jack’s Solar Garden. Jack’s is a 1.2-MW, five-acre community solar farm and is the largest agrivoltaic research project in the U.S. The solar project was designed and built by Namasté Solar. (Photo by Werner Slocum / NREL)